The holiday season can be joyful, but it can also surface stress, conflict, and complicated family dynamics. Today's guest, Dr. Carter, shares expert insights on recognizing and managing unhealthy relationship patterns, setting healthy boundaries without guilt, protecting your mental health during gatherings, and practical ways to reduce stress and nurture meaningful connections.
La Keita D. Carter, PsyD is a licensed psychologist in Maryland who specializes in trauma.
In addition to being a licensed psychologist, Dr. Carter is also a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LCPC-S) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC) in Maryland.
Affectionately known as "DrL" by her patients and students, Dr. Carter holds several certificates in psychology. She is a Diplomate in Rape Trauma (American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress) as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
Through the National Board of Certified Counselors, Dr. Carter is also an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and a Board-Certified Telemental Health Professional (BC-TMH).
Dr. Carter owns and operates the award-winning Institute for HEALing, LLC (iHEAL), a wellness agency based in Owings Mills, MD that specializes in the treatment of mental health disorders.
Her team has being recognized as Largest Women-owned Business, Fastest-growing Women-owned Business, and Largest Minority-owned Business in the Greater Baltimore area in 2021 and 2022. In 2021, iHEAL was honored to be heralded as 7th Fastest Growing Private Company in the Greater Baltimore area.
Dr. Carter is a sought-after speaker and presenter on topics related to trauma and cultural competence in professionals. She has been featured in a number of television, radio, and print media discussions, sharing her insight on important mental health topics and how they relate to current events and societal structures.