Lasheka D. Chappell, Ph.D., LPA, HSP-PA

Bio

Clinical Interests:
I have significant experience in supervision as an administrative and clinical supervisor, with an intentional, collaborative, transtheoretical approach that hones the supervisee’s skilled strengths and effectively addresses growth edges. My clinical interests include psychological well-being, healthy families, mental health stigma/utilization, psychological testing and assessment, spirituality, family issues, and BIPOC-related experiences. I enjoy serving clients, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, complex trauma, first-generation students, graduate students, and international students. I also has a particular interest in inclusivity, psychological assessments, and well-being for BIPOC college students.

Counseling Style:
I approach each session with an integrated person-centered focus. Theoretically, I believe that our early experiences not only shape our personality development but give insight to our present. I value research informed care through cognitive-behavioral intervention paired with cultural humility. As a proponent of the scientist-practitioner model I implement evidence-based programs that target diverse groups, encourage proactive care for prevention, quality treatment, reduction of mental health crises, and promote wellness.  I seek to explore the risk and protective factors in systems that impact treatment seeking behaviors and engagement in wellness services. I work to help minoritized and marginalized group members overcome the barriers to mental health services. Furthermore, I endorse collaborative teams to address clients’ needs because the team approach enhances continuity of care and quality of care.

Personal:
I find joy in spending time with my loved ones, engaging in self-care, and mentoring. On an ideal day you will find me shopping the best sales, listening to soulful music, reading, traveling, and enjoying great food.