ADHD Therapists in Bastrop, LA

Do you or your child or teenager often feel stressed, fearful, or angry? Have trouble concentrating? Experience irritability, sadness, helplessness, guilt, or shame? Do you often find yourself withdrawing from the people and activities that are important to you? Would you like a supportive and safe environment where you can build trust and feel empowered?  A place where you are unconditionally accepted as you work through thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that keep you from fulfilling your goals.

A compass is a tool used for guidance and direction. It is vital in helping someone find their way when they are lost or trying to get to their destination. Much like a compass, counseling can be an important tool for "direction" through a variety of difficult situations. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in healthy ways to change behaviors that may be contributing to your problems. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re are ready to move in a new direction in your life. I look forward working with you to achieve your goals.

My name is Antoinette Woods and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I came up with the name Silver Lining, because I believe that there is hope for every need, which is my motto. I have worked in the field of social services for 23 years and have been professionally licensed for 7 years. I have always had a strong desire to help others and feel as though I can offer an array of expertise in all aspects of identified needs. I am very compassionate and view my clients as individuals and their best interest is my top priority. I am experienced in working with multifaceted backgrounds as well as treatment approaches.

As a compassionate and dedicated therapist and clinical social worker, I am passionate about assisting individuals on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. With licenses in both Louisiana and Utah, I have devoted the past six years to establishing a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where individuals can release their suppressed emotions, promote healing, and lead fulfilling lives. With a Master’s in Social Work, I specialize in helping clients navigate a broad range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, self-esteem, trauma & abuse, coping with major life changes, and more.

Have you been feeling unlike yourself lately and yearning to get your enthusiasm back? Maybe you've been experiencing unexplainable mood swings or having a difficult time getting over that recent breakup. How about that feeling of overwhelm that resembles an elephant sitting on your chest? I provide individually-tailored treatments for those who are ready to be encouraged and empowered as they discover the head version of themselves as they make their mental health a priority.

My focus is helping clients connect the physical and emotional components of healing. I am trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction which is an evidence-based practice that teaches clients to cope with pain, anxiety, sleep, stress, addiction, and depression. I have worked with individuals and families for over 9 years and have seen the physical toll that emotions can take on a person’s life. My hope is to guide my patients back to a healthier lifestyle through a combination of approaches. I believe that every individual is unique and will design each treatment plan according to the client’s goals.

I enjoy being able to assist those who are in need of finding a way out of the darkness. Also, my practice focuses on the study of substance abuse/addiction counseling. I have experience working with children and geriatric populations. I think that telehealth and online therapy are very powerful tools that we have to bring our support to more people regardless of whether they are near or far.

Stephanie B. Dean, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist with experience and training in women’s issues, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorders, family-of-origin issues, self-esteem, and more. She possesses a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is the founder of Greater Bogalusa Community Center, a nonprofit, human services organization in Bogalusa, LA. Stephanie. Dean possesses special skills and experience in working with patients to uncover core issues and get to the “root of the problem”, especially in cases in which feelings of extreme guilt or shame are involved.

I believe we meet no ordinary people in our lives and I am passionate about using evidence-based psychological methods to help my clients heal, grow, and ultimately flourish. I count it a privilege to be able to help people process many different types of painful experiences such as trauma and loss, depression, anxiety, and marital conflict. I provide therapy and psychological evaluations to help clients build upon their strengths, while also helping them identify and remove obstacles that have been keeping them from reaching their potential.

We are a counseling clinic in West Monroe, Louisiana and provide comprehensive mental health services for children and families. Our counselors, nurse practitioner, and medical psychologist, are highly trained and experienced Mental Health Professionals who are ready to walk alongside you and your family during difficult times to bring hope and healing. Please see the photo gallery and check out our website page (www.standforhope.org/west-monroe) to learn more about our team and their specialties.

CCPR offers services for clients who may be dealing with a variety of issues. We want to treat the whole client, to understand your personal, family, professional, and social needs and goals so we can tailor services that are personalized for you. Clients are not all the same to us, and we feel that your individuality and personality should determine the kind of environment you need from your counselor. Our licensed psychologists offer an array of assessments for adults and children that enhance our ability to efficiently and effectively address your specific needs.

When humans experience trauma, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have experienced trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves.

I am passionate about Emotional Wellness. In order to achieve the goal of Emotional Wellness, I believe that a person's spiritual health, mental health, and physical health must work together. I chose to work in the field of mental health; because I believe that MH is the most neglected and misunderstood area of our health. My goal(s): to help decrease the stigma, increase aware awareness, and provide a safe space for individuals to learn more self with a level of comfort.

Welcome! Although social media posts often appear happy and fun, the truth is that many young adults are struggling to adapt during this period of their lives. Transitions are hard! I believe that with proper tools and support everyone is capable of thriving! Thrive: to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.

With over a decade experience with working in counseling, I have the skills needed to address concerns ranging from depression and anxiety, family concerns, weight loss with a focus on coping skills and addictive traits, to marital problems from connection to affair recovery. I am dedicated to working with clients to maximize change and increase overall life satisfaction using a short-term mindset. I believe that everyone has hurdles in life, but we all possess the potential for fulfillment and happiness. Through structured treatment planning with clients, I work on a direction that is both beneficial and mutually agreed upon.

Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.

Thomas C. Estis, Ph.D. holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Social Work from Jackson State University and a Master of Arts in Substance Abuse Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana - Monroe; Dr. Estis’ credentials include national and state licensure: NCC, LPC, LPC-S , LMFT-BAS, LAC, and ICADC; Witnessing families in crisis for years prior to the addicted person entering treatment or recovery, Dr. Estis’ clinical research focuses the crisis necessary for the addicted person(s) to embrace treatment and ultimately recovery. Dr. Estis’ experiences spans more than two decades of personal and family counseling, speaking engagements including state and national level and COA background. Dominant therapeutic approaches include Gestalt and Existential Therapy which affords a holistic and spiritual roadmap for correlating the spiritual awakening stressed in the Twelve (12) Steps Recovery Programs. You can recovery if you are willing to do the work to achieve the results.