Therapists in Louisiana
Kaitlyn Hay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Destrehan, LA 70047
If you are ready to begin your growth process or to have me work with your child on their growth, contact me today.
Clients begin counseling for a number of reasons and as the owner of Guided Growth Counseling, LLC, my aim is to ensure that when you begin your growth process with me you will feel that your needs are met with the compassion you deserve. I view the therapeutic bond as the most important aspect of counseling. Together we will work to understand what brings you to counseling and develop a plan to achieve your goals. I specialize in working with children struggling with social skills, anxiety, behavioral issues, and mood disorder, individuals with trauma including trafficking, and individuals on the autism spectrum.
If you are ready to begin your growth process or to have me work with your child on their growth, contact me today.
Clients begin counseling for a number of reasons and as the owner of Guided Growth Counseling, LLC, my aim is to ensure that when you begin your growth process with me you will feel that your needs are met with the compassion you deserve. I view the therapeutic bond as the most important aspect of counseling. Together we will work to understand what brings you to counseling and develop a plan to achieve your goals. I specialize in working with children struggling with social skills, anxiety, behavioral issues, and mood disorder, individuals with trauma including trafficking, and individuals on the autism spectrum.
Kenneth Schmitt
Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70124
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children deal with a variety of concerns including anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues (home and school) and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, it is my belief that everyone deserves to have a safe empathic, non- judgmental environment to which they can begin to better understand themselves and others. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change and eventually, a better understanding of one's self. This process is a collaboration to discover the desired lifestyle and happiness we all want. I offer a non judgmental warm supportive environment to help my clients process and express themselves.
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children deal with a variety of concerns including anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues (home and school) and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, it is my belief that everyone deserves to have a safe empathic, non- judgmental environment to which they can begin to better understand themselves and others. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change and eventually, a better understanding of one's self. This process is a collaboration to discover the desired lifestyle and happiness we all want. I offer a non judgmental warm supportive environment to help my clients process and express themselves.
John Otzenberger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
John Otzenberger, Psy. D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with almost 30 years of experience working with a variety of populations, including children (ages 10 and older), adolescents and adults. Most recently, Dr. Otzenberger served as the Director of Mental Health Services at the LSU Student Health Center, overseeing a team of clinicians that provides psychological care for more than 32,000 students. As a trained Adlerian psychologist, Dr. Otzenberger’s goal is to help clients develop a sense of social connection through the positive development of relationships within family, school, work, and community.
John Otzenberger, Psy. D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with almost 30 years of experience working with a variety of populations, including children (ages 10 and older), adolescents and adults. Most recently, Dr. Otzenberger served as the Director of Mental Health Services at the LSU Student Health Center, overseeing a team of clinicians that provides psychological care for more than 32,000 students. As a trained Adlerian psychologist, Dr. Otzenberger’s goal is to help clients develop a sense of social connection through the positive development of relationships within family, school, work, and community.
Myiesha Beard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, LMHP, CAMS-II, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zachary, LA 70791
Adult, Children, Couple, Family, Group and Coaching sessions for all ages.
The purpose of therapy is to restore the client to a healthy state of life by helping to remove barriers that may hinder this process. I specialize in the mental health care of children, adults, couples and families. My services include individual, group, marriage counseling and family therapy. Parent training, workshops, play therapy and prevention groups are also offered. I have twenty years experience working within the field of mental health. I utilize a number of therapeutic techniques and interventions that are tailored to the the client. I'm an Independent Assessor, Clinical Supervisor, mentor and consultant.
Adult, Children, Couple, Family, Group and Coaching sessions for all ages.
The purpose of therapy is to restore the client to a healthy state of life by helping to remove barriers that may hinder this process. I specialize in the mental health care of children, adults, couples and families. My services include individual, group, marriage counseling and family therapy. Parent training, workshops, play therapy and prevention groups are also offered. I have twenty years experience working within the field of mental health. I utilize a number of therapeutic techniques and interventions that are tailored to the the client. I'm an Independent Assessor, Clinical Supervisor, mentor and consultant.
Kathryn Sinclair Lanier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
Does your child or teen have social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties? Do you have parenting or family challenges? Does your household need a reset in how you’re getting along? I can help! I prescriptively use humanistic therapies: client-centered, solution focused, existential, transactional, gestalt, and play therapies.
CLIENTS: tots, kids, teens... and their parents too! ISSUES: social, emotional, behavioral, academics, parenting, and family functioning. GOALS: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-acceptance, autonomy. HOW: Working from a firm foundation of respect for the dignity of the individual in the client-therapist relationship, I help clients develop mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. By providing a safe, confidential, warm and empathetic counseling experience, my clients' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored, understood, and improved so life can be enjoyed once again.
Does your child or teen have social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties? Do you have parenting or family challenges? Does your household need a reset in how you’re getting along? I can help! I prescriptively use humanistic therapies: client-centered, solution focused, existential, transactional, gestalt, and play therapies.
CLIENTS: tots, kids, teens... and their parents too! ISSUES: social, emotional, behavioral, academics, parenting, and family functioning. GOALS: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-acceptance, autonomy. HOW: Working from a firm foundation of respect for the dignity of the individual in the client-therapist relationship, I help clients develop mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. By providing a safe, confidential, warm and empathetic counseling experience, my clients' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored, understood, and improved so life can be enjoyed once again.
B. Gerard Woodrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70118
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples.
Best way to make an appointment is through my website. Hello, thank you for visiting my page. Therapy is a very intimate yet necessary process in order to change negative dynamics in life. I approach therapy through engagement and fostering relationships. My approach is conversational, positive, and process based. I cater to individuals struggling with the realities of their life. Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples.
Best way to make an appointment is through my website. Hello, thank you for visiting my page. Therapy is a very intimate yet necessary process in order to change negative dynamics in life. I approach therapy through engagement and fostering relationships. My approach is conversational, positive, and process based. I cater to individuals struggling with the realities of their life. Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
Courtney Sandoz Copell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Opelousas, LA 70570
Waitlist for new clients
Because play is the language of children, I am able to use techniques which are fun and engaging to facilitate growth and healing in even young children.
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
Because play is the language of children, I am able to use techniques which are fun and engaging to facilitate growth and healing in even young children.
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
Hollie B French
Art Therapist, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
Do you function fairly well in most ways, but have some nagging issues (i.e. you struggle to trust, have a history of unhealthy or unsatisfying intimate relationships, trouble concentrating) that may be the result of past trauma? Do you want ways to process and heal that don't have to involve talking about the specifics of what happened to you? Do you have a child who needs some extra support navigating life changes (i.e. parents separated/divorced, school changes, moving homes, loss of loved one)? I have tools to address a number of issues that get in the way of better functioning and a more satisfying life.
Do you function fairly well in most ways, but have some nagging issues (i.e. you struggle to trust, have a history of unhealthy or unsatisfying intimate relationships, trouble concentrating) that may be the result of past trauma? Do you want ways to process and heal that don't have to involve talking about the specifics of what happened to you? Do you have a child who needs some extra support navigating life changes (i.e. parents separated/divorced, school changes, moving homes, loss of loved one)? I have tools to address a number of issues that get in the way of better functioning and a more satisfying life.
Mark W Nettles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104
Though I believe "you are the best expert on yourself", I am here with knowledge and expertise in diagnosis/treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum, depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, trauma, gifted children, etc.
Clients of all ages know that authenticity is essential to the therapy process. This is why I strive to create and maintain a space where they can come to be truly and empathically understood in a world suffering from reactive misunderstanding. The goals that come with seeking a satisfied state of being are daily for all of us. In my clients I see unique whole persons with stories worth listening to and knowing with a healer's intention. Together we find balance between the extremes and learn to repair and renew the powerful interactions between mind, body, and emotional experience. Self-care is essential for a well-loved existence.
Though I believe "you are the best expert on yourself", I am here with knowledge and expertise in diagnosis/treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum, depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, trauma, gifted children, etc.
Clients of all ages know that authenticity is essential to the therapy process. This is why I strive to create and maintain a space where they can come to be truly and empathically understood in a world suffering from reactive misunderstanding. The goals that come with seeking a satisfied state of being are daily for all of us. In my clients I see unique whole persons with stories worth listening to and knowing with a healer's intention. Together we find balance between the extremes and learn to repair and renew the powerful interactions between mind, body, and emotional experience. Self-care is essential for a well-loved existence.
Belinda Bergeron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houma, LA 70360
In counseling, I utilize an integrative approach that combines reality therapy, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I have 14 years experience working with adults in a 12-step program. This experience has given me tools and knowledge that can help others achieve their goals. I also have over 3000 hours of experience working with children 6-18 on issues such as ADHD, behavior, emotional and mood problems, social difficulties, and adjustment issues. With both children and adults, I focus on the "here and now" and the issue at hand utilizing the strengths and abilities of my clients.
In counseling, I utilize an integrative approach that combines reality therapy, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I have 14 years experience working with adults in a 12-step program. This experience has given me tools and knowledge that can help others achieve their goals. I also have over 3000 hours of experience working with children 6-18 on issues such as ADHD, behavior, emotional and mood problems, social difficulties, and adjustment issues. With both children and adults, I focus on the "here and now" and the issue at hand utilizing the strengths and abilities of my clients.
Rebecca Graham, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent-child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent-child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
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Dr. Joey J. Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, BCC, BC-TMH, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Tallulah, LA 71282
Joey's areas of specialization encompass treatment of individuals, families, and couples experiencing mental health and adjustment difficulties, such as stress management & anxiety disorders, depression & mood disorders, survivors of domestic violence, childhood behavioral disorders, socioeconomic deficits, and breach in the parent-child relationship.
People should be accepted as they are. Issues, goals, and needs vary from one person to the next; therefore, co-creating the desired future of the client is essentially important.
Joey's areas of specialization encompass treatment of individuals, families, and couples experiencing mental health and adjustment difficulties, such as stress management & anxiety disorders, depression & mood disorders, survivors of domestic violence, childhood behavioral disorders, socioeconomic deficits, and breach in the parent-child relationship.
People should be accepted as they are. Issues, goals, and needs vary from one person to the next; therefore, co-creating the desired future of the client is essentially important.
Dana LeTard Vicellio
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Zachary, LA 70791
I have over 30 years of experience working first with children as a teacher, then as a school counselor and finally as a Christian counselor to children and teens.
I offer Christian counseling for a variety of life's challenges such as grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, school adjustment, ADHD, as well as other issues that may be causing a disruption in a young person's well-being and quality of life.
I have over 30 years of experience working first with children as a teacher, then as a school counselor and finally as a Christian counselor to children and teens.
I offer Christian counseling for a variety of life's challenges such as grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, school adjustment, ADHD, as well as other issues that may be causing a disruption in a young person's well-being and quality of life.
Gidget Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. My clinical experience has been working with children and adolescents, providing individual, family, and play therapy. I also have extensive experience and specialized training in working with young children (zero to five). My clinical focus with children supports my belief that by fostering healthy social and emotional development and strengthening child-caregiver relationships, clients can and will begin to experience positive change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. My clinical experience has been working with children and adolescents, providing individual, family, and play therapy. I also have extensive experience and specialized training in working with young children (zero to five). My clinical focus with children supports my belief that by fostering healthy social and emotional development and strengthening child-caregiver relationships, clients can and will begin to experience positive change.
Leshecca Houston Norman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA +30, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gray, LA 70359
Waitlist for new clients
I have 28 years of experience of working with children in the educational setting as an early intervention/Pre-K teacher (9 yrs) and as current, school counselor (19 yrs).
I am here to provide individuals (you) with the skills that will enable you to be or become productive and functioning persons who can withstand the trials and/or circumstances of life. I am willing to work with individuals and families to address their needs. The needs that I have the most experience with are mental health, behavioral, personal and social, emotional, educational, grief and loss, and substance abuse. I am willing to work with individuals who are wanting a better quality of life and willing to put forth effort through open and honest communication and skill building assessments and activities.
I have 28 years of experience of working with children in the educational setting as an early intervention/Pre-K teacher (9 yrs) and as current, school counselor (19 yrs).
I am here to provide individuals (you) with the skills that will enable you to be or become productive and functioning persons who can withstand the trials and/or circumstances of life. I am willing to work with individuals and families to address their needs. The needs that I have the most experience with are mental health, behavioral, personal and social, emotional, educational, grief and loss, and substance abuse. I am willing to work with individuals who are wanting a better quality of life and willing to put forth effort through open and honest communication and skill building assessments and activities.
Candy Ann Vandevelde
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Alexandria, LA 71303 (Online Only)
I have over 15 years of experience providing client centered therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
If you are struggling and looking for help, you are not alone. Counseling is a safe place to begin your journey of positive change. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment to explore and process your unique experiences and help facilitate growth. We will work together to help you develop solutions to the problems you are facing. We will work together to help you accomplish and achieve your goals. With support, you can overcome life's obstacles and you can learn to embrace life's imperfections. You can learn the necessary coping skills to mange life’s most difficult moments and regain your happiness.
I have over 15 years of experience providing client centered therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
If you are struggling and looking for help, you are not alone. Counseling is a safe place to begin your journey of positive change. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment to explore and process your unique experiences and help facilitate growth. We will work together to help you develop solutions to the problems you are facing. We will work together to help you accomplish and achieve your goals. With support, you can overcome life's obstacles and you can learn to embrace life's imperfections. You can learn the necessary coping skills to mange life’s most difficult moments and regain your happiness.
Dr. Ashley Ojo
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CTMH, CCATP
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70131 (Online Only)
I focus my counseling on children, adolescents, and adults.
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).
I focus my counseling on children, adolescents, and adults.
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).
James 'Jimmy' E Reaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70508
I am experienced at a variety of life issues including anxiety, sadness and depression, grief, trauma, relationship and communication, parent-child issues, transitional and work related problems, among others.
Everyone has the capacity to make changes in their lives to promote healing and peace. The therapist role is to foster and guide that process by offering alternative outlooks on life circumstances, and identify individual strengths to promote positive behavioral changes and ways of thinking. These changes come through the development of a sincere, honest relationship between client and therapist. I am non-judgemental and dedicated to every person who comes to me for help. I believe that each of us is resilient with the ability to overcome any of lifes obstacles.
I am experienced at a variety of life issues including anxiety, sadness and depression, grief, trauma, relationship and communication, parent-child issues, transitional and work related problems, among others.
Everyone has the capacity to make changes in their lives to promote healing and peace. The therapist role is to foster and guide that process by offering alternative outlooks on life circumstances, and identify individual strengths to promote positive behavioral changes and ways of thinking. These changes come through the development of a sincere, honest relationship between client and therapist. I am non-judgemental and dedicated to every person who comes to me for help. I believe that each of us is resilient with the ability to overcome any of lifes obstacles.
Natasha Brown Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMFT, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
My approach will use holistic care practices, education, support, and advocacy. I believe in addressing the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual, couple, and family. My mission is to empower the individual, couple, and family by guiding them along the journey to promote healing, personal growth, and change. I work with clients elementary-age children through elders. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy well as Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
My approach will use holistic care practices, education, support, and advocacy. I believe in addressing the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual, couple, and family. My mission is to empower the individual, couple, and family by guiding them along the journey to promote healing, personal growth, and change. I work with clients elementary-age children through elders. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy well as Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Emma Boelter
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
I work with individual adults, adolescents, children, & parents.
Hi there, welcome to my page! I view a strong client-counselor relationship as foundational to all meaningful therapy. I believe that each one of us intrinsically possesses value and is deserving of love, respect, and the opportunity to evolve. It is my intention to create an inclusive & non-judgmental space in order to support my clients as they grapple with internal and external blocks, and move towards growth. My clinical focus areas include: life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence, emotional regulation challenges, play therapy & more.
I work with individual adults, adolescents, children, & parents.
Hi there, welcome to my page! I view a strong client-counselor relationship as foundational to all meaningful therapy. I believe that each one of us intrinsically possesses value and is deserving of love, respect, and the opportunity to evolve. It is my intention to create an inclusive & non-judgmental space in order to support my clients as they grapple with internal and external blocks, and move towards growth. My clinical focus areas include: life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence, emotional regulation challenges, play therapy & more.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Louisiana provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Louisiana build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Louisiana build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.