Mikayla James-Locke
LICSW providing trauma-informed support for individuals and families
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About
Mikayla James-Locke is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Massachusetts who focuses on supporting individuals, children, adolescents, and families through complex life transitions and challenging systems. Her work centers on empowering people to explore personal identity, strengthen self-esteem, and navigate stress and anxiety with compassionate, affirming care. She emphasizes respect and dignity for the whole person beyond any diagnosis or presenting concern.
Her practice includes attention to women's experiences such as pregnancy, childbirth, fertility concerns, and the postpartum period, as well as issues related to body image, caregiving stress, and family and workplace relationships. She draws on a trauma-informed and culturally responsive framework while integrating evidence-based practices to help clients develop practical strategies for emotional well-being and personal growth.
Mikayla partners with clients to create collaborative treatment plans that address communication difficulties, life purpose, and coping with change. She works with people facing symptoms of anxiety and depression, challenges related to adoption and foster care, and those seeking to build self-love and resilience during transitional seasons.
Her practice includes attention to women's experiences such as pregnancy, childbirth, fertility concerns, and the postpartum period, as well as issues related to body image, caregiving stress, and family and workplace relationships. She draws on a trauma-informed and culturally responsive framework while integrating evidence-based practices to help clients develop practical strategies for emotional well-being and personal growth.
Mikayla partners with clients to create collaborative treatment plans that address communication difficulties, life purpose, and coping with change. She works with people facing symptoms of anxiety and depression, challenges related to adoption and foster care, and those seeking to build self-love and resilience during transitional seasons.
- Location:
- Massachusetts, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Body image, Communication problems, Eating and food-related issues, Fertility issues, Life purpose, Postpartum depression, Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MA LICSW LICSW1121339
- NPI Number: 1639420474
- License: LICSW (Massachusetts)
Remote care rooted in trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice
Mikayla offers online sessions that reflect a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach, combined with evidence-based practices. She focuses on building collaborative plans with each person, centering their goals and lived experience while addressing concerns such as stress, anxiety, body image, caregiver strain, and life transitions including pregnancy and postpartum changes.
Her remote work is intended for people who want to explore identity, strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, or manage difficult life changes. The sessions emphasize practical strategies and emotional processing suited to individual needs, with attention to women's health, family relationships, and young adult concerns as documented in her practice focus.
Teletherapy sessions are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options are used to match communication preferences and to support ongoing collaboration between therapist and client.
What is Mikayla James-Locke's background and clinical focus?
She is a licensed social worker in Massachusetts with ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults on issues like self-esteem, anxiety, communication, and life purpose. Her practice pays special attention to women's experiences, fertility and perinatal concerns, and caregiver stress.
What credentials does she hold?
Mikayla holds a LICSW and is licensed in Massachusetts. License details listed are MA LICSW LICSW1121339.
Which languages does she speak?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
She practices in Massachusetts.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions operate via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected with her services.