As a Social Worker for nearly 30 years, I have experienced people from all walks of life who need someone to confide in, someone to talk with, & encouragement. I received my clinical license in 2019. Since that time, I have used my knowledge and skills to support individuals, from ages 5 to 65 years old with issues related to life stressors. My specialization is in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with people who have experienced trauma. Trauma often results in anxiety and depression. I currently provide therapy in a private practice setting, both for in-person and teletherapy clients. I work with individuals and families experiencing many types of minor and major stresses. As I am also a mother of 3 grown men, 2 of whom have young children of their own. I live in the Arlington, Texas area and enjoy being a full-time faculty member at a local university in the School of Social Work, where I have been for 19 years. I'm excited that I now offer an experiential therapy on Fridays using art. Please see the "specializations/tools" area.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we typically will discuss what brought a client into therapy and what their expectations might be for sessions. We will discuss logistics such as scheduling. Sometimes, we are able to provide some homework or agreed upon solutions to the issues at hand. It is always the client's choice to share what they are comfortable, understanding the sessions are confidential, within the limits of the law.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

As a therapist, my strengths are in the areas of communication, education, explanation, and guidance. A relationship between a therapist and client is one of strong ethical commitment as well as personal strength to support others. I love to laugh and enjoy helping clients explore themselves and their own strengths. I'm not opposed to exploring the deep emotions needed to fully heal.

About LaShaunn Bold, LCSW-S