Lanika Laster
Compassionate, practical therapy for relationships and self-esteem
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About
Lanika Laster is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New York with two decades of experience. As an LCSW she has supported people facing relationship challenges, shifts in self-worth, and major life transitions. Her work also includes attention to compassion fatigue and concerns often important to women and multicultural clients.
She addresses relationship patterns, communication problems, and family of origin issues while also attending to body image, self-love, and life purpose. Lanika draws on a wide range of therapeutic resources to tailor sessions to each person rather than using a single fixed method. She works collaboratively to set goals and build on strengths.
Lanika aims to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where practical strategies are developed to address what brought someone to seek support. Her approach emphasizes empathy and action: identifying priorities, testing small changes, and adjusting plans as needed. Prospective clients who want a strengths-focused, personalized path for navigating stressors, relationships, or role changes may find her style aligns with their needs.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Relationship issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Body image, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 080324
- NPI Number: 1780156760
- License: LCSW (New York)
Remote care and collaborative methods
Lanika Laster structures remote sessions to mirror the collaborative work she describes in person. She emphasizes a strengths-based approach that begins with identifying a client’s priorities and existing resources. From there she and the client set practical, measurable goals and create steps to test new ways of relating or managing stressors.
In addition to a strengths focus, Lanika uses goal-oriented planning to develop concrete strategies for concerns such as communication problems, life changes, and compassion fatigue. This can include practicing new communication habits, exploring family of origin patterns, or developing routines that support self-esteem and body image goals.
Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options are intended to allow collaborative work that fits different schedules and preferences, with attention to tailoring each plan to the individual’s context and goals.
How much experience does Lanika Laster have?
Lanika Laster has 20 years of professional experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and licensing details?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in New York as NY LCSW 080324.
Which languages does she speak?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
Lanika practices in New York.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states she does not accept international clients.
What does it cost to work with Lanika?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process of working together?
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