Therapists in Raceland, LA

I see counseling as a collaborative and dynamic process in which you and I come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define the present problem, situations, and concerns, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I focus on child and adolescent clients with social and anger management concerns, among other issues and concerns. Although it is my preference to work with child and adolescent clients, I enjoy working with adults throughout the life span.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and creative, rooted in an appreciation and respect for each human being that chooses to work with me as they move towards greater wholeness in their lives. I see my role as offering support and guidance to help each person in their own unique process of growth and healing. I offer training in various skills that may be useful in the process, depending on the client’s individual needs. My approach is trauma-informed and rooted in cognitive skill building, mindfulness, expressive arts therapies, play therapy, systems theory, and somatic therapy.

Hi, I'm Dr. Anita Pool! Are you or your child struggling due to a transition, loss, or other life event? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or in need of support? If so, I would love to help! Whether working with children or adults, I practice from a person-centered approach which relies heavily on the relationship between the client and counselor. As such, I see the counseling relationship as a critical element for change and work to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for my clients. I view counseling through a trauma-informed lens since many individuals have been affected by trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

Happy to have you here! I'm glad that you have taken this step toward mental wellness. In today's world we are all trying our best to deal with the new or increased stressors happening all around us. Everyone deserves to have someone they can talk to during these difficult times. Not only am I here for you but I am motivated to collaborate with you on your goals and begin the path of healing.

Everyone has times in their life when they could really benefit from therapy. Taking the first step can be hard but it will help you feel so much better. I am passionate about helping my clients live a happy life and becoming their best self. Many people come to therapy because they feel stuck. I offer a warm and supportive environment to help my clients through their toughest times. I work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, grief and loss. I help clients with adjustment problems, relationship difficulties and life transitions.

I specialize in counseling children, adolescents and adults experiencing a wide range of disorders and struggles including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, difficult life transitions, behavioral concerns, and relationship issues. I provide an environment of acceptance, warmth, and respect and offer a collaborative approach to therapy by helping to guide individuals through a process of self-awareness, healing, and change while working toward their goals.

Does life seem overwhelming at times? Sometimes we struggle with trying to find the right balance. I want to help you build on skills that you have in order to help you live a happy, balanced life. My focus is working with adolescents and young adults. However, all age groups are welcomed. I help with ADHD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and difficult transitions.

Is the way you and your partner and/or family relate to each other problematic? I can help. I am specially trained to work with you from a systemic lens to help your identify resources that can be helpful. I believe you have within yourself and your life the resources to successfully make beneficial changes in your life. I utilize a variety of systemically based interventions to help invoke change in my clients. This incudes assigning homework to be completed before the next session.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 21 years of experience in the social work profession. I have experience working with children in school settings and with children and families in the foster care system. I also have experience providing psychotherapy to adults. My approach is supportive, collaborative and reflective. I utilize evidenced based therapeutic approaches and provide direct honest feedback.

I see counseling as a process in which you the client, and I having come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I focus on clients with general mood disorders, addiction/ substance use and vocational issues. Working to help clients understand and identify their own strengths and incorporating coping skills. Helping them to exemplify their strengths while processing aspects of the past to create an understand their present and future.

I use an integrated approach to provide individual counseling and play therapy services to adults and children. I am interested in aiding clients who deal with difficulties surrounding divorce, daily stressors, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I intend to focus on working with children and families attempting to readjust to the rules and roles of the new family structure that can surface. I will provide a safe environment where clients can work collaboratively with me to identify concerns and process them. I will help clients use this new awareness to determine effective coping and communication skills.

Julie has a strong desire to work with tweens, teens and the adults who support them. She also has a passion for working with caregivers, healthcare professionals and those living with extraordinary circumstances like chronic illnesses or disabilities. Julie supports her clients in their desire to foster healthy relationships by means of empowering her clients to navigate, prioritize and effectively communicate for a maximized healthy life balance. She believes personal growth and development can occur in all individuals open to acceptance and understanding of themselves and others.

My focus is with children, adolescents, and adults with various mental health concerns. I work with each individual, and their families, to help build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they have set out to accomplish. I welcome anyone, of any sexual or gender identification. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and honest place to work together through identified obstacles.

You are deserving of peace, self-compassion, and fullness of life. Oftentimes, life's stress can cause deep emotional and physical pain, which may leave us unfulfilled, discouraged, and disconnected. My goal in therapy is to support and guide you as you learn ways to lift the burden from your shoulders to reclaim your joy, peace, and worthiness. I work with all populations including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is integrative and incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and a focus on empowering clients to identify their strengths and resources.

With twenty years of experience as a clinical therapist I am able to offer my clients support on a broad range of mental health needs. While working with clients of all ages and a broad range of clinical needs; adolescents and young adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders are my speciality.

Welcome to my profile! I specialize in helping adults and adolescents transform their lives from ‘survive’ to THRIVE! Whether you feel stuck, discouraged or unsatisfied, it’s easy to get caught in survival mode. You may even wonder if you’ll ever feel joy again, which can leave you feeling hopeless and helpless. Perhaps it’s depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship challenges holding you back. Finding the right therapist can seem scary because you want to make sure you choose someone who you truly connect with.

With over 20 years experience in mental health and wellness, my expertise includes a wide range of therapeutic intervention with age ranges from early adolescence to elderly populations of diverse backgrounds. This includes: Relationships, Anxiety, Employee Mediation, Risk and Threat Assessment, (of Harm to Self or Others) Grief work, Depression, Suicide Prevention, and Crisis Response. My philosophy is holistic with a mindfulness of learning style and impactful, yet compassionate techniques.

There comes a time in our lives we when we are ready to face our issues. If you are ready to work on those issues, I encourage you to start the process to heal your soul. Soulful Counseling can teach you to do just that. Please check out my website below for a more detailed description of my style of therapy.

Reaching out to a therapist for problems such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression or Autism Spectrum Disorders can be tough. Finding someone who is empathetic, experienced and effective is important to change! Over the last 15 years I have helped individuals and families with a wide range of issues, and have developed these specialties. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems theory, while adding an understanding of neuropsychological functioning to help my clients. These methods have been clinically proven and are evidence based treatments.