- Family of origin issues
- Communication problems
- CBT and Gottman
About Lamar
Lamar Sykes is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Indiana with 14 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, family concerns, and other life challenges listed in his profile. He also supports people dealing with parenting strain, communication problems, and issues linked to family of origin patterns.
He uses clear, conversational methods in sessions. He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to focus on each person's perspective. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also integrates the Gottman Method for relationship work and Mindfulness techniques when helpful.
Early in his career he worked in school-based therapy and in private practice. He earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Butler University. He has experience with individuals, couples, teenagers, young adults, and Veterans, and he brings that range into his clinical work with adults now.
In sessions he helps people talk through communication patterns, codependency, grief, career stress, and the impact of family expectations. He includes practical exercises and conversational feedback so people can try different approaches between meetings. He also addresses specific concerns such as ADHD, addictions, bipolar, and first responder stress when relevant.
Outside of work he lives in Indianapolis with his wife and three children. He follows sports and enjoys comedies and family time when he is not seeing clients.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's perspective and priorities. In practice this means the therapist listens for what matters most to the person and adjusts conversations to reflect their goals. It helps when people are sorting through family roles, relationship expectations, or emotional reactions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress or anxiety. CBT uses short, practical exercises and between-session work to test new patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and workplace or school-related struggles.
The Gottman Method offers structured tools for improving communication and managing conflict in relationships. It includes specific skills people can practice in sessions and at home to change how they argue, connect, and repair after fights.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to recommend methods based on their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That choice can shift over time as needs change.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules call for them. Many people find that doing practical exercises between meetings helps transfer what was discussed into daily life.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family issues, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, and related topics listed in his profile.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on the person's perspective and combines that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Gottman techniques when relevant.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience, including work in school-based therapy and private practice settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMFT licensed in Indiana and sees clients based in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are used?
Confirm current session formats before booking; the profile advises selecting the See online therapy options button to view up-to-date session choices.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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