Lakinta Garner Verified Provider

Lakinta Garner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with Avance Behavioral Health at the Centers of Excellence in Raleigh. She works with individuals and families, and she accepts self payment as well as BlueCross and BlueShield and MedCost.

Specialized Mental Health Care for Kids, Teens and College Students

Lakinta has particular experience treating preteens, teens, adults and college students. She specializes in addressing mental health concerns like stress, depression, anxiety, self esteem and behavioral issues. She also helps clients navigate school challenges and relationship difficulties. Her goal as a therapist is to help clients bring about lasting change in their lives. 

Mindfulness and Evidence Based CBT and DBT

I’m impressed by the wide range of treatment methods she uses in sessions. She employs a variety of mindfulness and evidence based interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and motivational interviewing. She takes a collaborative approach, partnering with clients in the therapy process and working with each individual at their own pace. Her aim is to forge strong and trusting relationships with her clients.