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Lucia Walker

Lucia Walker, LCSW

Missouri

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LCSW - Anxiety and mood concerns

  • CBT methods
  • Solution-focused work
  • Brief 30 minute sessions

About Lucia

Lucia Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri with 12 years of experience. She lists stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and guilt and shame among her areas of focus. Lucia speaks English and accepts international clients.

She trained with a bachelor’s in psychology and a master’s combining criminal justice and social work. Her background includes outpatient mental health centers and inpatient psychiatric hospital settings. That range shaped how she balances short, focused sessions with deeper work when needed.

Lucia favors clear, practical conversations. Sessions are often 30 minutes to respect busy schedules, and can be extended to 45 minutes when a longer check-in is useful. She listens without judgment and gives direct feedback aimed at concrete changes and alternative ways of looking at problems.

Her main methods include cognitive behavioral work and solution-focused techniques. She also uses client-centered ideas and EMDR in cases involving traumatic memories. In session she guides people to identify small steps, test new behaviors, and adjust plans as they go.

Clients seeking help with eating and sleep struggles, communication problems, forgiveness, chronic pain or life changes will find those topics listed among her focus areas. Lucia combines practical problem-solving with attention to social, physical, mental, and spiritual factors that affect daily life.

To begin, readers should use the site button to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-centered work focuses on listening and following the person’s lead, helping them name what matters and set the agenda for sessions. This approach supports issues like self-esteem, relationship worries, and feelings of shame by prioritizing the client’s perspective and goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and small experiments to test new ways of thinking and behaving, which can help with anxiety, depression, panic, and rumination about past events.

EMDR is a method used with traumatic memories to reduce the intensity of distressing recollections. In plain terms it guides people through structured processing so memories become less disruptive to daily life.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Lucia will discuss options and collaborate on what fits a person’s goals and preferences. She adapts the plan as people try techniques and report what helps.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they can fit appointments into a workday, avoid travel, or use shorter meetings for focused problem-solving. Lucia’s practice often favors 30-minute sessions with 45-minute options for deeper conversations, which can make scheduling easier around busy days.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Missouri

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she support?

She lists stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and guilt and shame among her concerns.

How does she approach guilt and shame?

She uses practical conversations and feedback to help people reframe thoughts, test small behavior changes, and work toward better self-understanding.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She holds a bachelor’s in psychology and a master’s in criminal justice and social work, and has 12 years of clinical experience in outpatient and inpatient settings.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Missouri.

Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.

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