LaShonda "Ann" Aycock , LCSW

LaShonda "Ann" Aycock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina. She uses straightforward, person-centered care to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship problems, and other life challenges. Ann writes and talks in plain language so clients know what to expect from sessions.

Ann leans on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help people change unhelpful thoughts and build on their strengths. She also uses Solution-Focused strategies and Motivational Interviewing to set small, practical goals that fit day-to-day life. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to help with emotion regulation and grounding.

Over a decade of practice has given Ann experience with a wide range of concerns. These include depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, self-esteem and body image, identity and LGBT issues, and challenges around parenting, caregiving, and blended families. She also supports people facing career stress, burnout, and coping with big life changes.

Sessions are collaborative. Ann works with each person to find clear steps forward. She helps clients identify habits to change, skills to practice between sessions, and small measurable goals to track progress.

People who choose Ann can expect sessions focused on practical tools and steady support. She aims to create a respectful space where people can speak openly, gain clarity, and build resilience as they move toward their goals.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a collaborative relationship so people feel heard and understood. In online sessions this helps set clear priorities and tailor each meeting to the person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it works well online because homework, thought records, and skill practice can be reviewed together during video or messaging sessions. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple exercises for grounding and emotion regulation that can be practiced in short daily routines and reinforced between meetings.

Finding the best approach is a joint process. The therapist will work with each person to test methods, adapt techniques, and choose what fits their goals and lifestyle. That collaborative planning helps shape sessions so they stay focused and useful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and do interactive exercises together. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins, step-by-step coaching, and written reflections that can fit into busy days. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, caregiving, or travel while keeping therapy practical and consistent.