Practitioner record · Checked 7 Oct 2026

Latonia Grissom-Blue Pollard has been in practice 18 years and is licensed in Michigan. Latonia lists stress, Anxiety, trauma and abuse and bipolar disorder among 37 subjects on the BetterHelp roster.

Everything below is either quoted from Latonia's own BetterHelp listing, taken from public licensing records, or written by Maker Therapy and labelled as such. Nothing here is an availability promise, a review, or a rating.

18years in practice
37subjects listed

01 · Who Latonia works with

Latonia works with stress, Anxiety, trauma and abuse and bipolar disorder

Latonia lists 5 specialisms and 32 further focus areas. Specialisms are the subjects Latonia chose to list first, which is the closest a listing gets to “this is my actual practice”.

Specialisms
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • ADHD
Also experienced with
  • Antisocial personality
  • Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  • Avoidant personality
  • Co-morbidity
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Dependent personality
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Family problems
  • Forgiveness
  • Impulsivity
  • Intellectual disability
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Somatization
  • Women's issues
  • Young adult issues

02 · In Latonia's own words

What Latonia says about the work

Reproduced in full and unedited - not summarised, not tightened, not rewritten in a house voice.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan with over 17 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, respect, and clinical expertise. My professional background spans a range of settings, including private practice, telehealth, and school-based environments, allowing me to work effectively with diverse populations across the lifespan, including adolescents, teens and adults.

I recognize that life can feel overwhelming at times. While some challenges may be manageable on your own, there are moments when additional support can make a meaningful difference. Seeking therapy is a courageous and important step, and I am committed to providing a safe, nonjudgmental, and culturally responsive space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.

My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all model; instead, I work closely with you to understand your unique experiences, goals, and strengths. I view therapy as a partnership, one in which your voice is valued, and your input guides the process. Together, we will focus on fostering insight, building emotional resilience, and creating sustainable, meaningful change.

My clinical experience includes helping clients navigate a wide range of concerns, such as ADHD, anger management, anxiety, autism spectrum, mood disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, learning disabilities, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem challenges, self-harm, social anxiety, stress, and trauma.

My work is grounded in an integrative, evidence-based framework. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-Based Practices, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. This comprehensive approach allows me to meet you where you are and equip you with practical, effective tools that support growth both in and outside of the therapy session.

At the core of my practice is the belief that healing, growth, and transformation are possible for every individual. Whether you are navigating emotional distress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or seeking greater self-understanding, I am here to support you in moving forward with clarity and confidence.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel uncertain, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I welcome the opportunity to work with you and support you on your journey toward an improved well-being and a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Latonia Grissom-Blue Pollard, on the BetterHelp listing · read 7 Oct 2026

03 · What happens next

From this page to a first session

Latonia practises through BetterHelp, so the route in is BetterHelp's. This is that sequence, written by Maker Therapy from the platform's published process - not a description of Latonia's own practice, and not a promise about how quickly anything happens.

  1. A questionnaire, not a booking form

    BetterHelp opens with a set of questions about what you are dealing with, what you want from therapy, and any preferences on the therapist. You are not booking Latonia at this point.

  2. Naming Latonia specifically

    BetterHelp matches algorithmically by default, so asking for Latonia is a step you have to take. There is a field for requesting a specific therapist during sign-up, and you can switch afterwards from your account. Starting from a link on this page does not by itself assign you to Latonia.

  3. If the caseload is full

    You will be offered somebody else rather than put on a waitlist. Worth knowing, because it is easy to assume a match is the person you asked for.

  4. The first conversation

    A first session is typically history and orientation: what brought you, what has been tried, what you want to be different. It is also where the questions in the next section belong.

  5. If the fit is wrong

    Changing therapist on BetterHelp does not need a reason. A first session that does not click is common and is not a verdict on therapy. That option existing is the main practical difference between a platform and a private practice.

04 · Before you commit

3 questions worth asking Latonia

Built from what Latonia actually lists, so they are answerable and specific rather than generic. Maker Therapy's, not Latonia's - Latonia has not seen them and is under no obligation to answer any of them.

  • “How do you decide when someone is ready to work on a traumatic memory itself?”

    Pacing is the biggest safety question in trauma work. A clear, unhurried answer here matters more than any credential.

  • “With 18 years in, what has changed most in how you work?”

    Long experience is only an advantage if it has been examined. This tends to surface whether it has.

  • “How do you handle the gap between sessions if something comes up?”

    On BetterHelp this varies a great deal by therapist. Better to know the rhythm now than to discover it on a bad week.

05 · Practical details

Credentials and licensing

Credential
LMSW
Licensed in
Michigan
Licence
MI LMSW 6801119307
Licence number
6801119307
Licence expires
19 Nov 2027
NPI
1033460373
Years in practice
18
Gender
Female
Languages
English
International clients
Not accepted
Listed since
12 Jun 2026

06 · Provenance

Where every line on this page came from

Latonia's name, credential, state, subjects, approaches and biography are read from BetterHelp's therapist roster, which Maker Therapy re-reads once a day; this page reflects the reading taken on 7 Oct 2026. The licence number and NPI are cross-checked against public registers.

The plain-English method descriptions, the first-session walkthrough and the questions are written by Maker Therapy and labelled as such wherever they appear.

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