- Client-centered care
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Self-esteem focus
About LaJuana
LaJuana Walker-McGill is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 24 years of experience. She practices in Missouri and focuses on relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
She uses a straightforward, person-focused approach. She starts by listening to what a person says about their story and strengths. She views the client as the expert on their own life and builds on what already works for them.
In sessions she often blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques. That means she listens for what matters most to the person, and then offers practical ways to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. The work is aimed at reducing moments of intense anger, managing ongoing frustration, and improving interactions with others.
LaJuana also addresses self-esteem, motivation, forgiveness, and self-love. She helps people identify small steps they can take day to day. Conversations tend to be direct and solution-oriented while still respecting each person’s pace.
People who reach out can expect a focus on real problems like losing their temper at home, tension at work, or resentment that builds over time. The early sessions establish goals and practical strategies. From there the focus shifts to skills people can use between meetings to see steady progress.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says. Online sessions using this approach let the therapist follow the client’s lead, clarify concerns, and help set realistic goals for handling anger and relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills. In an online setting CBT can include identifying unhelpful thoughts, practicing new responses, and assigning brief between-session exercises to reduce anger and low mood.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review goals, trial techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. Clients and the therapist decide collaboratively which methods to focus on and how quickly to move from learning skills to applying them in daily life.
The practical benefit of online sessions is that they can fit into a busy life. Talk-based methods and written exercises can be completed without travel. If you want to check which session formats are offered, confirm the current options before booking. That helps ensure sessions match timing and communication preferences while keeping the focus on manageable steps for improving anger and relationships.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Iowa, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes, plus forgiveness and self-love work.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered combined with cognitive behavioral techniques, emphasizing listening first and then practical steps to change thoughts and behavior.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.