Tanisha Winfrey

Practical therapy using CBT and skills-based tools

LCSW Louisiana

Experience: 3 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Tanisha

Tanisha Winfrey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana who integrates practical, evidence-informed strategies into collaborative care.

Background and approach

With three years of experience, she draws on cognitive behavioral methods alongside dialectical behavior and solution-focused techniques to help people address stress, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and a range of interpersonal and life challenges.

She offers a nonjudgmental, empathetic presence and aims to create space where clients can explore difficult experiences, from trauma and grief to intimacy and relationship questions. Tanisha also supports those navigating career concerns, ADHD, parenting struggles, eating issues, and identity-related topics including LGBT concerns.

Her work emphasizes measurable skills, clearer thinking patterns, and stepwise problem-solving to make everyday coping more manageable. Sessions are available through multiple online formats to fit varied schedules, and she welcomes international clients who communicate in English.

Prospective clients can begin by using the platform’s matching flow to select Tanisha and arrange sessions that fit their availability.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can help with mood instability, intense emotions, and relationship challenges. Both approaches are practical and skills-oriented, offering concrete tools that can be practiced between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and the specific issues they bring, then tailor techniques and pacing to match what feels most helpful. Adjustments are made over time based on progress and client feedback to find the best fit.

Online therapy provides flexibility through multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging - so people can access care from different locations and schedule times that suit busy lives. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and fit therapy into work, family, or travel commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tanisha commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, eating concerns, parenting and career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBT-related matters.

What is her therapeutic approach and style?

Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution-Focused techniques, emphasizing practical skills, clearer thinking patterns, and collaborative problem-solving.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience as a licensed social worker providing behavioral health support.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is an LCSW licensed in Louisiana with licence number LA LCSW 14325 and practices from that state.

Can non-U.S. clients work with her and which languages are offered?

Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

Which session formats are available for working together?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English