Aisha Jakachira, LPC
LPC specializing in trauma and recovery
- Trauma and addictions
- LGBT-affirming care
- 15 years experience
About Aisha Jakachira
Aisha Jakachira is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a master's-level therapist qualified to provide counseling, based in Arizona with 15 years of experience in mental health and addictions. She earned a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Psychology and Addiction Studies from Alverno College in 2007 and completed a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling with a minor in Addiction Studies in 2010. Originally from Wisconsin, she holds LPC licensure in both Wisconsin and Arizona and brings a wide-ranging clinical background to her practice.
Aisha works with people facing stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, LGBT concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem and career issues, and compassion fatigue, with additional focus on areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, codependency, dissociation, and substance use. Her counseling style is warm and interactive; she approaches clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels. She tailors dialogue and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs and integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness Therapy as appropriate. Aisha has provided services in many settings - online, inpatient, outpatient, residential, in-home, community programs, comprehensive treatment centers, corrections, and schools - and has facilitated groups as well as worked with individuals, couples, and families. She is committed to supporting and empowering people seeking more fulfilling and resilient lives.
Aisha works with people facing stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, LGBT concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem and career issues, and compassion fatigue, with additional focus on areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, codependency, dissociation, and substance use. Her counseling style is warm and interactive; she approaches clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels. She tailors dialogue and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs and integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness Therapy as appropriate. Aisha has provided services in many settings - online, inpatient, outpatient, residential, in-home, community programs, comprehensive treatment centers, corrections, and schools - and has facilitated groups as well as worked with individuals, couples, and families. She is committed to supporting and empowering people seeking more fulfilling and resilient lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Aisha Jakachira have?
Aisha Jakachira has 15 years of experience in the mental health and addictions field.
Is Aisha Jakachira a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential. Her licensure details are WI LPC 5578-125 and AZ LPC LPC-16412.
In which languages does Aisha Jakachira provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Aisha Jakachira located?
She is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Aisha Jakachira as my therapist?
You can work with Aisha Jakachira through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Aisha Jakachira work with international clients?
Yes, Aisha Jakachira works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Aisha Jakachira cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online care and healing
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while helping clients explore their own goals and values; it is helpful for building self-esteem, relational concerns, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to develop practical coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, often used for PTSD and other trauma-related concerns.Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Aisha works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques over time so therapy evolves with the client.
Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility by allowing work to take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across locations, and stay connected with a therapist when in-person visits are not practical, while preserving the therapeutic relationship and progress over time.