Therapists in New Orleans, LA

I view counseling as a collaborative relationship between the client and the counselor. This collaborative relationship allows the client and therapist to work together to address issues the client is facing through the development of mutually agreed upon clinical and personal goals. During therapy, I focus on patterns of thoughts, behaviors, moods, and communication that may contribute to client distress. I often address these issues utilizing Person-Centered, Systems, Cogitative Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (evidenced-based therapeutic practices).

Life has a tendency to create difficult moments for all of us. As these moments enter our world we have to deal with them head on. Our practice provides a comfortable, private atmosphere that is conducive to creating a sense of well-being which aids in the process of brighter days ahead. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor presently working on my dissertation for a Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana at Monroe as well as a former graduate of Loyola University, Notre Dame Seminary and Our Lady of Holy Cross College.

My approach to counseling is holistic and based on the client's needs. I use methodology from humanistic psychology, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral therapy. I help clients identify hidden strengths and discover obstacles to a more meaningful life. I work with the client on building an authentic therapeutic relationship where the client is seen as the expert in her/his own life. I do this in a compassionate, safe, and nonjudgmental process. I am effective in working with people who seek short-term, solution-focused therapy as well as longer-term therapeutic goals.

Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you change your life and achieve your goals. I am a compassionate, empathetic, and client-centered counselor who believes in empowering the client to take control. In therapy, we will establish goals and work towards accomplishing them using therapeutic techniques. I have a generalized private practice and enjoy working with many different types of people. I believe strongly that the therapeutic relationship can be a safe place for healing to happen and I hope to help you move forward with your life. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples.

I believe therapy is a sign of awareness not weakness and if you are looking for therapy for you then you are making a huge step for your personal well being! I have worked with a broad range of clientele for over 20 years now ranging from 5yrs to 70yrs. My specialization is in adolescents, adults, couples, family counseling and addict family systems. I work from a CBT approach and always keep the clients best interest at mind. I put a strong emphasis on client's privacy/ confidentiality. I work with clients as a nonjudgmental friend, teacher and coach

At "Tower of Refuge Christian Counseling, LLC," (located inside of the "New Orleans Growth Center, LLC"), I provide Christian counseling that aids in mental and emotional restoration by assisting my clients in achieving a healthier quality of life, focusing on the mind, spirit and restorative power of Jesus Christ. With the highest levels of client satisfaction - I will do everything that I can to meet your counseling needs by providing therapy in the areas of depression/ anxiety, grief/ loss, stress management, parenting skills, conflict resolution, building healthy coping and communication skills, couples and individual as well as adolescent/ teen counseling.

In the 30 years I have been in practice, I have seen the incredible good that therapy can do and have been present to the wonderful changes people experience when they commit to it. I work with adults on issues such as relationship struggles (separation and divorce), anxiety and depression, and end of life challenges, including caregiving. When you examine your inner feelings, and can talk about them, life is less overwhelming. Therapy can be a powerful and rewarding journey.

My heart is to minister to the hurting with compassion, commitment, and confidentiality. As an experienced licensed professional counselor, I am honored to walk alongside you. I have been in private practice for almost 30 years and work with adults who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, fear, abandonment, grief, betrayal, rejection, or conflict in a relationship. I offer both telephone as well as in-person counseling.

Bracely is committed to helping you navigate through the challenges of life. She specializes in helping her clients overcome difficult issues, so that they can live purposeful and joy-filled lives. She has experience working with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and adults dealing with emotional, spiritual, behavioral, and relationship concerns. Bracely offers individual, couple and family services. She works with a variety of presenting issues, including child behavior, grief, trauma, anxiety management, stress management, self-esteem, LGBTQ, marital conflict, occupational concerns and athletic/sports counseling.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience in addiction, sexual, spiritual and gender identity, self-esteem, trauma and HIV. I have treated a variety of presenting conditions ranging from depression and anxiety to mood disorders, sleep issues, relationship problems and life stress. I have experience working with clients across the lifespan with a particular interest in adults and the elderly. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling and view it as a process by which any of us could have the opportunity to focus on all the various aspects of our lives, ourselves, and who we want to become.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Approved Clinical Supervisor with 21 years of mental health experience, and have a law degree. I treat a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression and bi-polar depression, relationship issues and couple's counseling, and family mediation.

I am here to support you on your path toward living a meaningful life that matters to you. With that in mind, our work together will focus on exploring what you care about and what you want to stand for, and guiding you toward living a life in alignment with your dreams and values. I have several years of experience working as both an elementary school teacher and a university mental health counselor. I offer specialization in working with adolescents, college students, and young adults.

My 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist in New Orleans, along with my own life experience, has provided me with a solid knowledge base and depth which I bring to my work with young adults and adults. I seek to develop a safe and trusting relationship with each client which I believe is the foundation needed to bring about healing and change.

I have years of experience working with young adults, parents/families, and educators to navigate the unique challenges each of these experiences can bring. I support clients in navigating life transitions, identity development, values clarity, emotion regulation, and shame resilience. I also work with clients on attachment-related relationship dynamics and challenges that stem from early childhood or other attachment injuries. By connecting in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space, clients are able to explore their internal worlds and gain clarity as well as a renewed sense of empowerment in their lives.

I specialize in trauma focused therapy using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and Ego State/IFS Therapy. The other counseling approaches I use are from a Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, or Person Centered view. You are unique in your issues and our therapeutic relationship is tailored to you. My approach is a respectful inquiry into my client’s personal issues to envision improved functioning and a future to move towards change. We will work toward positive thoughts feelings and behaviors to improve your life. I see children 12+ Adolescent/Teen, and adult clients in individual therapy.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience, my practice is centered on helping my clients find balance and deepen their ability to access true wellbeing. My work, both inpatient and outpatient, has ranged from helping adolescents bolster self esteem and coping skills on one end to helping adults who have suffered from mood and personality disorders on the other. My specialty, though, lies in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders, and my work and anecdotal research has allowed me to develop a keen approach to the healing of these ailments on the path to achieving long term mental wellness.

If you are reading this it is because something in your life could be better. The goal of therapy is for individuals to gain insight, explore their possibilities, and to change their world. If you are feeling significant distress or are seeking personal growth because you are not living at your full potential. I can assist you in improving your life.

I provide psychotherapy for individual adults (18+). Using a combination of psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and Rogerian (person-centered) therapy, I will tailor our work to best fit your needs and help you achieve your goals. Through thoughtful self-reflection, we will unearth long-standing behavioral patterns and/or negative perceptions of yourself and others that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Are you looking for help dealing with a difficult situation? No matter what's happening in your life, I want you to know you don't need to feel alone or go through this without support. I work with adults struggling with a variety of issues. Most people seek my services because they are suffering from feelings of hopelessness, worry, anger, grief, relationship issues, and much more as they navigate their lives. Some people are acutely aware of the areas in their lives that are difficult, while others report feeling something is wrong but don't know what or why. Each reason for seeking counseling is deeply personal.