Shekeithra McLamb, LMHC

Shekeithra McLamb, LMHC

Psychotherapist
NY
4.99
“Dr. McLamb is EXCELLENT! She was a great listener, clearly understood my issues, and gave me relevant, actionable advice, and actions to take to help me better understand myself and make choices that best serve my needs.”
Keri C.June 12, 2024
Highly recommended
99% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.99

Average wait time

4.89

Bedside manner

4.95
“Dr. McLamb is EXCELLENT! She was a great listener, clearly understood my issues, and gave me relevant, actionable advice, and actions to take to help me better understand myself and make choices that best serve my needs.”
Keri C.June 12, 2024
“She's an amazing person! Extremely empathetic, took the time to understand our perspectives, overall 10/10 experience. Already booked a next appointment! :)”
Rachel W.April 6, 2024

About Shekeithra McLamb

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shekeithra McLamb

Ms. Shekeithra McLamb is a compassionate psychotherapist. She offers virtual counseling through Open Arms Mental Health Counselling Pllc in the State of New York Only. Ms. McLamb received her master's degree in mental health counseling from Long Island University, Brooklyn. She stays current with the latest research, trends, and developments in her field. During consultations, Ms. McLamb encourages her patients to express themselves freely and guides them through their journey to recovery. She assigns homework to apply skills learned in each session. She prioritizes their comfort and helps them navigate life's challenges by developing healthy coping strategies.

What should a new client know about working with you?

If you are serious minded about your mental care each person gets a tailored treatment plan to assist them with managing their life. We will talk through trauma and develop coping skills, explore phobias and work to over come them, dive into interpersonal relationships assisting you with setting boundaries. The overall goal is the help you gain insight about yourself and help you to better yourself.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Using the latest evidence based techniques in cognitive behavior therapy, I focus on assisting clients with identifying problem behaviors and thoughts that lead to low mood, maladaptive behaviors, thoughts and depression, these are the catalyst for anxiety and other deficits of mood.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 60 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Depression
    Hoarding Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Psychosexual Evaluation
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Therapy
    Young Adult Issues
    Depression
    Hoarding Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Psychosexual Evaluation

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • Long Island University Brooklyn, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

    NPI number

    1053024406

    Patient reviews

    All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
    Overall rating
    4.99
    Wait time
    4.89
    Bedside manner
    4.95
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    She is very personable and extremely easy to talk to. I felt completely at ease and I look forward to future appointments.
    Verified patient
    Dr.McLamb is a great listener and very direct, which I like. She provides tools/activities to work with.
    Verified patient
    We had a brief conversation to unpack a few things but we will speak more tomorrow
    Verified patient
    She was so phenomenal! I look forward to continuing my sessions.
    Verified patient
    My appointment was very helpful, looking forward to my next one
    Verified patient
    my first session and I am confident I will be back. top tier !!
    Verified patient
    Easy to talk too! Very helpful
    Verified patient
    Dr. McLamb is EXCELLENT! She was a great listener, clearly understood my issues, and gave me relevant, actionable advice, and actions to take to help me better understand myself and make choices that best serve my needs.
    Verified patient
    She's an amazing person! Extremely empathetic, took the time to understand our perspectives, overall 10/10 experience. Already booked a next appointment! :)
    Verified patient
    Mrs She was the best. I cried but she made me feel so so much better. And One thing Everything she pointed out to me was RIGHT ON POINT… To The Tee. And I needed to Hear it Now I must SAY IT and ADMIT to it… Shes Great… Looking forward to all Visits…
    Verified patient
    The appointment was everything that I needed. She is very good at listening and providing tools for you to get even more out of the process. I definitely will be staying with her and recommending her to others.
    Verified patient
    So helpful! Very empathetic and really challenges you to do the work to heal emotionally. I have really enjoyed our sessions.
    Verified patient
    Mrs. McLamb made me feel good after our first session I was not expecting to cry on the first session but I did I would highly recommend her.
    Verified patient
    Very welcoming and supportive. I come out of every session with new tools and a new perspective! I look forward to each session and always feel much lighter
    I got some really great insight from Shekeithra and she was very easy to talk to. I loved that she was very knowledgeable about what I’m dealing with and so it didn’t feel like I needed to over explain myself. I’m feeling very optimistic and empowered about my journey through this next chapter in my life with her as my coach/guide.
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    The appointment was very professional. She was a great listener and took everything I said with care and respect. Happy to have found a good therapist.
    Verified patient
    Very friendly and easy to talk to.
    So far I have only had one session, but I enjoyed speaking with Shekeithra McLamb. She was very easy to open up to, I felt at ease right away.
    Verified patient
    This was my very first session and I loved her feedback and energy. So far, Ms. Mc.Lamb has me intrigued and eager for our next session.
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    What are common reasons for patients to see Shekeithra McLamb?

    Shekeithra McLamb frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shekeithra McLamb on their profile.

    What languages does Shekeithra McLamb speak?

    Shekeithra McLamb speaks English.

    How do patients rate Shekeithra McLamb in reviews?

    67 patients have reviewed Shekeithra McLamb. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.99/5. They have a 4.95/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.89/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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