Meet Lakeita

Roberts Cook

Licensed Professional Counselor

About me

I work with individuals and couples who are overwhelmed by being needed and feel as though no one is looking out for them. I recognize the imbalance of showing up at work, for friends, family, and within relationships, while having little left for yourself. Saying no can feel selfish or irresponsible, especially when you come from environments that haven’t made space for your needs. Whether individually or as a couple, your support system may see you as strong and unwavering, even when you feel exhausted or checked out. My goal is to hold space for you to address the concerns that feel less hopeful or harder to change.

For me, therapy is an opportunity to dissect and re-evaluate performance markers that were set without your consideration. I work with adults and couples with complex trauma histories who haven’t been given the tools or time to process their experiences. I am also deeply committed to supporting Black women and other women of color through challenging and transitional life experiences.

You can expect a collaborative approach to exploration and a space that encourages a deeper understanding of self or your relationship. Together, we will work to create a safe and healthy environment where you can reconnect with your needs, allow for more relational awareness, and move toward becoming your best self.

I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients navigate trauma and relational stuck points. EFT offers a framework that prioritizes helping partners rebuild connection after disconnection or conflict. EMDR supports the processing of past experiences, so they feel less overwhelming and more integrated, allowing for greater understanding and relief in the present.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

EMDR Trained Therapist
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Trained
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Masters of Science in Counseling, Southern Methodist University
Bachelors of Science, Jackson State University