Therapists in 70501

Hi there and welcome. I imagine many of you have come here overwhelmed, and unsure about how to pick the right therapist for you or your loved one. This can be a daunting process for sure. So, who am I? I'm 44 years old, I've worked in several different areas as a therapist; addictions, schools, grief/hospice care and I have been in private practice for 10 years. I work with a variety of mental health struggles such as anxiety, OCD and depression.

I think being human is hard. I believe on some level, most people know who they want to be, but it gets really hard to show up in our lives when the bad feelings-fear, guilt, shame, embarrassment, anxiety-are present. I think my role as a therapist is to help people learn how to show up in their lives and grow enough to have these bad feelings, and be people they can be proud of.

My goal as a professional is to provide a safe environment where my clients are given the space to begin healing and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Many people suffering with addiction also struggle with issues that include communication, interpersonal relationship conflict, coping skills, stress and anger management, relaxation training, and self-esteem deficits.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and my passion in life is working with children and their families. It is my joy to help children through difficult times at home or at school - divorce, grief/loss, bullying, poor academic performance, peer issues, anger management, self-esteem, anxiety, coping skills/adjusting to new situations, ADHD. I have worked in the school system as a teacher and school counselor for almost 10 years and this has allowed me to see first-hand the struggles many children face on a daily basis and how this can affect their academic performance as well as their friendships and home life.

“Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. Peace means to be in the midst of all those things and still be calm in your spirit...that is the real meaning of peace." Author Unknown…..….I embrace people with compassion and acceptance, because I understand struggling and know what it feels like to need someone to listen and support you, without judgment.

Whether you have previously seen other therapists or if this is your first time seeking help, I am an active and curious therapist which tends to make it a little easier to engage in this process. I believe that every one of us deserves to live the fullest life we can, even with the very real obstacles that stand in our way. I also believe that struggling is an inherent part of being human. The way we interact with our past, current situation, and dreams and goals can actually lead to increased suffering instead of moving closer to what we want.

Being a human is hard. Each and every one of us, at some point in our lives, finds ourselves lost and stuck. We look at our lives and realize that this is not the life we planned for, that we are not the people we wanted to be. We look at the things we're spending our energy on, and we recognize that we're not moving any closer to to the life we want. My work focuses on helping people settle into those stuck moments, to choose a direction, and to take steps toward the life that they want.

I believe in working with the client(s) to identify problem situations impacting the client’s current life. Together, we will develop goals and work toward achieving those goals with open and honest communication. I focus on clients with a variety of mental, emotional, and behavioral struggles. My work experience also involves counseling individuals with multiple diagnoses. My approach to counseling is born from a cognitive-behavioral perspective. This simply means that I work with clients to identify patterns of thoughts and actions in order to understand presenting problems fully and develop solutions.

I approach counseling differently depending on the client. I develop a plan according to a perspective that will best accomplish their goals. This is done with open and honest communication between myself and the client. I strive to maintain a safe, nonjudgmental place that clients can feel unconditionally accepted. I often ask clients to complete tasks between sessions to practice skills learned in therapy within daily life, where it matters most. Some struggles I've helped clients overcome include depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, exploring career/education paths, and traumatic incidents. Call our office to request a session with me today!

I see counseling as a relationship in which you and I, having come to understand and trust one another, work together to explore your current situation and identify the conflicts that you are presently experiencing. It is through this mutual understanding and trust that we can collaboratively develop meaningful goals to improve your life and work together toward the realization of those goals. As we work together, I believe that you can make the changes necessary to improve the way you experience your life.

Hello, and yes, I also do WEEKEND and EVENING appointments! I have 26 years of Mental Health and Marriage, Substance Abuse Counseling experience, and a return rate of 98%, which means that if you see me once, you'll be back. DID YOU KNOW...There is a reason why you repeat the same behavior and expect different results, and no, it's not because of insanity. DID YOU KNOW...That there is a cure to anxiety, and even ADHD that doesn't require medication. If you're,ready to get off of the Merry-Go-Round..Call me

My interests include working with children & adults who have mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family of origin issues, and other behavioral issues. I also have experience with substance abuse and domestic violence. If your issues are in an area that I do not feel comfortable in treating, I will refer to another clinician. Although counseling is an extremely personal experience, it is important to realize that our relationship is a professional rather than a personal one. This means that our time together will be limited to the scheduled sessions that you have with me.

My goal is to help you develop the skills needed to live your life free from alcohol and drug use. I genuinely want to see you succeed and together we will work to foster your motivation for change.

Hello! My name is Stephanie Johnson and the pugs are Bruno and Misty! They come to work with me most days and are registered as Canine Good Citizens with the AKC. As a counselor, I understand that there are times when we need others to help us navigate life's challenges. My goal is to partner with my clients to help you, your children, and your whole family feel healthier and more equipped to cope with life's stressors. I will see clients ages 2+ and am available during daytime hours, approximately 8:00am-3:00pm.

Want to walk through life as your most authentic self? It may feel like a maze of obstacles standing in the way of transitioning and achieving gender euphoria. I believe you have the power to create meaning through examining the steps necessary to achieve your authentic self. I will guide you across this journey by alleviating gender stress, building gender resilience, securing social supports, and focusing on embodiment goals. Together, we can create a world where you can live in and express your gender with freedom from restriction, aspersion, or rejection.

I have a strong desire to work with tweens, teens and adults. My goal is to be an unbiased listener, who will hear and accept you as you are. We are able to build trust, connection, and motivation for change when we feel accepted rather than judged, and that is what I seek to achieve with you in our sessions together. I have a passion and a history working with individuals within the LGBTQAI+ community. I believe that personal growth and development can occur in all individuals open to acceptance and understanding of themselves and others.

Licensed in Louisiana & Connecticut. Your story matters to me. Your story, your pain, and your collection of struggles are unique to you. I help clients who long to experience clarity and confidence in themselves and their lives. We’ll spend time understanding exactly what you are experiencing and why so that when you start making changes that improve your life, they will stick. I know from my own life and many years of helping other clients, that putting yourself first and asking for help can bring on a lot of worry and fear-but can also bring relief and create the peace you’re looking for in life.