Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Anger management
- Depression
- ADHD
How Lamar works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMFT
- Licensed in
- Indiana
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Lamar
Lamar Sykes is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who blends practical techniques with a calm, direct manner. He focuses on helping people manage anger, reduce stress, and strengthen relationships. Lamar writes short-term goals with clients and uses clear tools that are easy to try between sessions.
He draws on 14 years of clinical experience in school-based settings and independent practice. That background means he has worked with individuals, couples, teenagers, young adults, and Veterans.
Background and approach
He uses everyday language in sessions and aims to make therapy feel like a useful conversation rather than a lecture. His work often centers on improving communication and finding concrete solutions. Lamar uses approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful patterns and test new behaviors.
He also uses Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing to support coping and motivation. Clients can expect sessions that mix listening, practical skills, and small experiments to try at home. He pays attention to family of origin issues, codependency, workplace stress, and the effects of trauma.
Lamar also helps with parenting strain, first responder issues, and managing life changes. Originally from southern California, Lamar earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Butler University. He lives in Indianapolis with his wife and three children and values sports and humor outside of work.
What Lamar works with
Everything Lamar lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Lamar's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Anger management
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- First responder issues
- Infidelity
- Men's issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Lamar lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's own goals and experience at the center of work. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead to build trust and clarity, which can help with issues like relationship strain and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It breaks problems into steps and gives practical exercises that work well over video or text when people need concrete tools to manage anger and anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lamar will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and tailor techniques together. That means trying out different strategies and choosing what fits best for the client’s life and rhythm.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let the therapist and client work face-to-face for deeper conversation. Phone sessions are a good option when video isn’t possible or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging provide brief check-ins and the chance to share thoughts between appointments. These options help fit therapy into work, family, and busy days while keeping a steady course toward goals.
Questions people ask about Lamar
What concerns does Lamar help with?
He works with a wide range of issues including anger, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, trauma and grief.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and solution-focused with clear tools to try between meetings. He blends listening with practical skills and short experiments.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience, including work in school-based therapy and independent practice.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds an LMFT license in Indiana and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
He meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.