Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA
Vadeisha Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70821 (Online Only)
Been feeling stuck? Going from a coupled to a single life? Trying to balance home & work? Struggling with managing emotions in the workplace? Experiencing physical changes? Navigating through significant career changes? You aren't by yourself. These transitions can be overwhelming, especially for black women, but there's strength in seeking support and guidance. I'm Vadeisha, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving in Texas and Louisiana, and I specialize in empowering black women through pivotal life changes. I wholeheartedly embrace the individual experiences and cultural nuances that shape my clients' lives.
Been feeling stuck? Going from a coupled to a single life? Trying to balance home & work? Struggling with managing emotions in the workplace? Experiencing physical changes? Navigating through significant career changes? You aren't by yourself. These transitions can be overwhelming, especially for black women, but there's strength in seeking support and guidance. I'm Vadeisha, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving in Texas and Louisiana, and I specialize in empowering black women through pivotal life changes. I wholeheartedly embrace the individual experiences and cultural nuances that shape my clients' lives.
Shavez Pinestraw
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
As a Black male therapist, I create a space where Black men can openly embrace their vulnerability without fear of judgment.
Are you having issues in your relationship? Have you experienced traumatic events that you can't seem to shake? Are you struggling with family conflicts? Have you been questioning or wanting to explore your sexuality? If you are experiencing any of those issues, know that I am here to help. On your journey to healing, keep in mind that the scars of the past are not always obstacles but reminders of how far you've come. We will smile, laugh, and there may even be some tears, but know that I am here on this journey with you.
As a Black male therapist, I create a space where Black men can openly embrace their vulnerability without fear of judgment.
Are you having issues in your relationship? Have you experienced traumatic events that you can't seem to shake? Are you struggling with family conflicts? Have you been questioning or wanting to explore your sexuality? If you are experiencing any of those issues, know that I am here to help. On your journey to healing, keep in mind that the scars of the past are not always obstacles but reminders of how far you've come. We will smile, laugh, and there may even be some tears, but know that I am here on this journey with you.
Elayna O’Connor- Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC-S, NCC , CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (Online Only)
In my role as a Licensed Professional Counselor, my primary objective is to support clients in achieving their highest level of psychosocial well-being. This involves addressing negative patterns, preventing future issues, facilitating rehabilitation, and enhancing the overall quality of life. As a professional counselor, I guide individuals in identifying their goals and exploring potential solutions to challenges that may be causing emotional distress. I strive to enhance communication and coping skills, bolster self-esteem, and foster behavior change to promote optimal mental health.
In my role as a Licensed Professional Counselor, my primary objective is to support clients in achieving their highest level of psychosocial well-being. This involves addressing negative patterns, preventing future issues, facilitating rehabilitation, and enhancing the overall quality of life. As a professional counselor, I guide individuals in identifying their goals and exploring potential solutions to challenges that may be causing emotional distress. I strive to enhance communication and coping skills, bolster self-esteem, and foster behavior change to promote optimal mental health.
Ashley N. Gaston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
I specialize in individuals who suffer from behavior, social, mental, and emotional barriers. My educational and clinical experience has equipped me with years of training analyzing behavior and mental disorders along with social and emotional adjustment. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling. Through my experience as a counselor I have gained competencies in mental processes and disorders and various therapeutic techniques such as behavior modification techniques, positive self-talk, coping skills, mindfulness, anger-management skills, and much more. I have a strong passion to educate and sow into the life's of others.
I specialize in individuals who suffer from behavior, social, mental, and emotional barriers. My educational and clinical experience has equipped me with years of training analyzing behavior and mental disorders along with social and emotional adjustment. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling. Through my experience as a counselor I have gained competencies in mental processes and disorders and various therapeutic techniques such as behavior modification techniques, positive self-talk, coping skills, mindfulness, anger-management skills, and much more. I have a strong passion to educate and sow into the life's of others.
Ernesha Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (Online Only)
My name is Ernesha, some call me Dr. Smith or Dr. E, but you can call me whatever feels comfortable for you! As a dedicated holistic therapist, I specialize in helping you reframe your thoughts, reconnect with your core values, and break through the subconscious barriers that maybe holding you back. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of life transitions, tackling relationship issues, needing a boost in self-confidence, or healing from unresolved trauma and loss, my approach is tailored to address the roots of your challenges to improve your overall well-being. I have supported many of my clients through difficult life events
My name is Ernesha, some call me Dr. Smith or Dr. E, but you can call me whatever feels comfortable for you! As a dedicated holistic therapist, I specialize in helping you reframe your thoughts, reconnect with your core values, and break through the subconscious barriers that maybe holding you back. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of life transitions, tackling relationship issues, needing a boost in self-confidence, or healing from unresolved trauma and loss, my approach is tailored to address the roots of your challenges to improve your overall well-being. I have supported many of my clients through difficult life events
Latrina Hogan
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (Online Only)
There are often situations that arise that are out of our control, as well as those that are in our control. Regardless of the category, there remains the fact that there are struggles and challenges that impacts managing day to day life. It takes both courage and resilience to reach out for help. I am honored to help you navigate through these struggles and challenges so that you can gain control in managing life again.
There are often situations that arise that are out of our control, as well as those that are in our control. Regardless of the category, there remains the fact that there are struggles and challenges that impacts managing day to day life. It takes both courage and resilience to reach out for help. I am honored to help you navigate through these struggles and challenges so that you can gain control in managing life again.
Small Talk Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
You have taken a critical step in living your best life by seeking support. The journey won't always be easy, but it will definitely be worth it, which is why "It's Talk that Counts." The mission of Small Talk Counseling & Consulting Services is to provide quality therapeutic, educational, and social support services to individual adults, couples, families, and organizations through genuine, interpersonal and collaborative relationships and detailed personalized care.
You have taken a critical step in living your best life by seeking support. The journey won't always be easy, but it will definitely be worth it, which is why "It's Talk that Counts." The mission of Small Talk Counseling & Consulting Services is to provide quality therapeutic, educational, and social support services to individual adults, couples, families, and organizations through genuine, interpersonal and collaborative relationships and detailed personalized care.
Jowanna Bellow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Hi! I'm Jowanna Bellow, a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. My approach to therapy is all about helping you grow and thrive in your life. In our sessions, you can expect a safe and non-judgmental space to express your thoughts and feelings. I'll listen carefully, provide guidance, and offer support as we work together to help you navigate life's ups and downs. I have experience working with children aged 6 and older, including teenagers and adults. I have the most experience in anxiety, depression, stress, women's health, grief, trauma, PTSD and foster parenting.
Hi! I'm Jowanna Bellow, a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. My approach to therapy is all about helping you grow and thrive in your life. In our sessions, you can expect a safe and non-judgmental space to express your thoughts and feelings. I'll listen carefully, provide guidance, and offer support as we work together to help you navigate life's ups and downs. I have experience working with children aged 6 and older, including teenagers and adults. I have the most experience in anxiety, depression, stress, women's health, grief, trauma, PTSD and foster parenting.
Ashley Bailey-Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70817 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy saved my life. That experience birthed my passion to help others who find themselves struggling with life's challenges. Social anxiety, depression, work issues, grief, relationships- can really throw us for a loop sometimes. Do you feel alone? Do you need someone unbiased to talk to? Do you need help find coping skills that work for you? Are you willing to put in work to have the life you desire? If so, congratulations on the first step in your journey. I'm here to help.
Therapy saved my life. That experience birthed my passion to help others who find themselves struggling with life's challenges. Social anxiety, depression, work issues, grief, relationships- can really throw us for a loop sometimes. Do you feel alone? Do you need someone unbiased to talk to? Do you need help find coping skills that work for you? Are you willing to put in work to have the life you desire? If so, congratulations on the first step in your journey. I'm here to help.
Arteikia Harrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70815 (Online Only)
Are you ready to talk about the things that are impacting your life? Are you looking for skills to use when navigating life challenges? Have you experienced trauma and struggling to thrive in society again? Simply put, are you looking for a professional to provide support?
Are you ready to talk about the things that are impacting your life? Are you looking for skills to use when navigating life challenges? Have you experienced trauma and struggling to thrive in society again? Simply put, are you looking for a professional to provide support?
Charlotte Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
I provide counseling for individuals, couples and families seeking help with trauma, anxiety, depression and substance abuse recovery.
I provide counseling for individuals, couples and families seeking help with trauma, anxiety, depression and substance abuse recovery.
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Pastoral Counselor, PsyD , LPCT, MACC, MEd, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
You are never too young or too old to encounter challenges. Are you ready for change? It's time to take your life back! I work with Adults, Adolescents, Families and Couples to help overcome life situations, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship and practical challenges.
You are never too young or too old to encounter challenges. Are you ready for change? It's time to take your life back! I work with Adults, Adolescents, Families and Couples to help overcome life situations, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship and practical challenges.
Brittani N Monroe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana with over seven years of experience in mental health counseling. I approach therapy from a person-centered lens but integrate other counseling styles based on each clients’ individual need. I employ a collaborative approach where I work with clients to explore and define their problems as each client provides invaluable insight into their own life. I am committed to assisting clients in pushing past their fears and gaining new perspectives that will enhance their life, bring new insights, hope, and meaning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana with over seven years of experience in mental health counseling. I approach therapy from a person-centered lens but integrate other counseling styles based on each clients’ individual need. I employ a collaborative approach where I work with clients to explore and define their problems as each client provides invaluable insight into their own life. I am committed to assisting clients in pushing past their fears and gaining new perspectives that will enhance their life, bring new insights, hope, and meaning.
Frazier Woods Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
I am privileged to work adults & college-aged students regardless of their gender, ethnicity, or familiarity/comfortability with therapy. My approach works best with individuals seeking safety (a non-judgmental space to share their concerns) & support (cognitive approaches/practical tools that will improve client functioning) in the areas of anxiety, depression, & other life experiences that cause distress or impairment.
I am privileged to work adults & college-aged students regardless of their gender, ethnicity, or familiarity/comfortability with therapy. My approach works best with individuals seeking safety (a non-judgmental space to share their concerns) & support (cognitive approaches/practical tools that will improve client functioning) in the areas of anxiety, depression, & other life experiences that cause distress or impairment.
Kentrell Blatcher
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, BA, MBA
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Do you feel that addiction has taken over aspects of your life? Some days may be better than others, but you still can’t manage these struggles yourself. Are you ready to change your life? I’m here to help! No more waiting to get the help you need. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to change. Addiction doesn't have to run your life. You can beat it, and we can help. With over 7+ years of experience, I’m ready to join you in your journey to sobriety. I can help you beat addiction while you save your life!
Do you feel that addiction has taken over aspects of your life? Some days may be better than others, but you still can’t manage these struggles yourself. Are you ready to change your life? I’m here to help! No more waiting to get the help you need. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to change. Addiction doesn't have to run your life. You can beat it, and we can help. With over 7+ years of experience, I’m ready to join you in your journey to sobriety. I can help you beat addiction while you save your life!
Collins, Consulting, and Counseling
Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (Online Only)
I focus on working on what the client desires as an outcome. Therapy is for the growth of the client to acquire the knowledge to overcome obstacles that present.
I focus on working on what the client desires as an outcome. Therapy is for the growth of the client to acquire the knowledge to overcome obstacles that present.
Sharon Spencer Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC - S, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Trying to maneuver through life challenges and feeling like you will never see the light at the end of the tunnel? I specialize in assisting you to experience the hope and peace that you deserve. Through integrative techniques your breakthrough can become a reality.
Trying to maneuver through life challenges and feeling like you will never see the light at the end of the tunnel? I specialize in assisting you to experience the hope and peace that you deserve. Through integrative techniques your breakthrough can become a reality.
Jaci Mosby
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Through therapy, you can learn to rewrite your story, break free from negative patterns, and create a brighter future. I understand that significant life changes can be challenging, and in my therapeutic space, I am dedicated to providing validation, support, and guidance to individuals who are navigating through these transitions. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can freely express your emotions, fears, and concerns related to changes happening in your life. I believe that every person has unique needs, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet those needs.
Through therapy, you can learn to rewrite your story, break free from negative patterns, and create a brighter future. I understand that significant life changes can be challenging, and in my therapeutic space, I am dedicated to providing validation, support, and guidance to individuals who are navigating through these transitions. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can freely express your emotions, fears, and concerns related to changes happening in your life. I believe that every person has unique needs, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet those needs.
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping others. My practice, Darrian Dawson & Associates, LLC seeks to provide therapeutic support to youth, adults and families to address and overcome life stressors, behavioral/mental health challenges and relationship issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping others. My practice, Darrian Dawson & Associates, LLC seeks to provide therapeutic support to youth, adults and families to address and overcome life stressors, behavioral/mental health challenges and relationship issues.
Veronica Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
NOW accepting new clients! I would love to partner with you in achieving the necessary confidence and skills to move beyond repeating the same cycles. I have years of experience helping individuals and families create a greater sense of well-being in their lives. You really don't have to struggle alone... Therapy can be a great support for you on your personal and professional journey. Call today.
NOW accepting new clients! I would love to partner with you in achieving the necessary confidence and skills to move beyond repeating the same cycles. I have years of experience helping individuals and families create a greater sense of well-being in their lives. You really don't have to struggle alone... Therapy can be a great support for you on your personal and professional journey. Call today.
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As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.