Couples Counseling Therapists in Metairie, LA

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Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002
JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals and families on how to cope with interpersonal and family problems. Our staff of compassionate, highly skilled mental health professionals specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Counseling is provided on an individual and group basis and our services are available to the Greater New Orleans community. JFS therapists are all Masters-level mental health professionals or Masters-level student interns. They are well-trained and up-to-date on the newest Best Practices standards and evidence-based protocols.
JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals and families on how to cope with interpersonal and family problems. Our staff of compassionate, highly skilled mental health professionals specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Counseling is provided on an individual and group basis and our services are available to the Greater New Orleans community. JFS therapists are all Masters-level mental health professionals or Masters-level student interns. They are well-trained and up-to-date on the newest Best Practices standards and evidence-based protocols.
(504) 229-6535 View (504) 229-6535
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Re:birth Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
If you're looking for a counselor who is laid back, open minded, and brings a sense of humor into sessions then look no further! My objective is to remove all the stigma and misleading ideas about therapy being stuffy and scary so that your therapeutic journey feels comfortable and completely safe. My focus is working with the perinatal population to cope with anxiety, depression, associated mood disorders, and other postpartum concerns. This includes working with and supporting partners of pregnant people as well! I also focus on general anxiety/depression, identity issues, relationship concerns, and major life changes.
If you're looking for a counselor who is laid back, open minded, and brings a sense of humor into sessions then look no further! My objective is to remove all the stigma and misleading ideas about therapy being stuffy and scary so that your therapeutic journey feels comfortable and completely safe. My focus is working with the perinatal population to cope with anxiety, depression, associated mood disorders, and other postpartum concerns. This includes working with and supporting partners of pregnant people as well! I also focus on general anxiety/depression, identity issues, relationship concerns, and major life changes.
(504) 414-4428 View (504) 414-4428
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David Holland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Not Verified Not Verified
Metairie, LA 70002  (Online Only)
I have worked with a wide variety of populations including people with chronic mental illness, substance use disorders, and relationship issues. Currently, I provide marriage counseling as well as counseling for grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I also work with clients struggling with dysfunctional or toxic relationships as well as with family members, friends, and others affected by another person's addiction.
I have worked with a wide variety of populations including people with chronic mental illness, substance use disorders, and relationship issues. Currently, I provide marriage counseling as well as counseling for grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I also work with clients struggling with dysfunctional or toxic relationships as well as with family members, friends, and others affected by another person's addiction.
(504) 300-0682 View (504) 300-0682
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Susan E Carazo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues. I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and women's issues. By understanding how debilitating these issues can be, I provide an empathic and safe place to begin the counseling process. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to overcome the symptoms of their issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues. I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and women's issues. By understanding how debilitating these issues can be, I provide an empathic and safe place to begin the counseling process. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to overcome the symptoms of their issues.
(504) 315-1122 View (504) 315-1122
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Giselle Armantrout
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
I counsel children, adolescents, and adults; and see individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling stuck and frustrated in life? Are you struggling in your relationships? You do not have to stay in this place. It takes courage to take the first step, and you be thankful once you do. I create a safe and judgment-free environment to explore the uncomfortable aspects of life & the things you want to change and evolve.
I counsel children, adolescents, and adults; and see individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling stuck and frustrated in life? Are you struggling in your relationships? You do not have to stay in this place. It takes courage to take the first step, and you be thankful once you do. I create a safe and judgment-free environment to explore the uncomfortable aspects of life & the things you want to change and evolve.
(504) 446-6397 View (504) 446-6397
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Victoria Makaryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, IFS, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70002
Don't let relationship challenges continue to weigh you down.
Have you been in therapy most of your life? Do you feel like everything you've tried hasn't worked? Do you feel misunderstood, invisible, or invalidated? I see you! Let's work together to find practical solutions for you and relief from symptoms related to depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, childhood trauma, overcoming narcissistic/emotional abuse, or difficulties coping with complicated grief or trust issues in relationships. Together, we will address underlying attachment dynamics, fostering greater empathy, communication, and closeness in the relationship with yourself or your partner.
Don't let relationship challenges continue to weigh you down.
Have you been in therapy most of your life? Do you feel like everything you've tried hasn't worked? Do you feel misunderstood, invisible, or invalidated? I see you! Let's work together to find practical solutions for you and relief from symptoms related to depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, childhood trauma, overcoming narcissistic/emotional abuse, or difficulties coping with complicated grief or trust issues in relationships. Together, we will address underlying attachment dynamics, fostering greater empathy, communication, and closeness in the relationship with yourself or your partner.
(504) 285-2137 View (504) 285-2137
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Denise F. Matherne, LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70006
Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly believe that the fundamental relationship between a client and counselor is to foster openness, trust, and personal growth.
Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly believe that the fundamental relationship between a client and counselor is to foster openness, trust, and personal growth.
(504) 784-6520 View (504) 784-6520
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Melissa Jenny Lacoste
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002
I have a passion for connecting and helping people reach balance, direction, and live a more fulfilling life. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families. I have worked with people from various backgrounds with anxiety, depression, grief, stages of life, trauma, severe mental illness, and marital/relationship, and identity issues. Therapy is highly effective, but requires openness, patience, and dedication! I would love to work with you and help you on this journey called “Life.” I am currently taking new clients in person and through telehealth(zoom).
I have a passion for connecting and helping people reach balance, direction, and live a more fulfilling life. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families. I have worked with people from various backgrounds with anxiety, depression, grief, stages of life, trauma, severe mental illness, and marital/relationship, and identity issues. Therapy is highly effective, but requires openness, patience, and dedication! I would love to work with you and help you on this journey called “Life.” I am currently taking new clients in person and through telehealth(zoom).
(504) 608-7205 View (504) 608-7205
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Cheryl Hudson Lacoste
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, S
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70006
Hello. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I believe that for counseling to be successful there has to be a good working relationship between the counselor and client. I know that for someone coming into counseling there can be feelings of vulnerability and fear. I provide a compassionate, caring, nonjudgmental, trusting and peaceful environment in which my clients feel safe to be open and honest. I would love to have the opportunity to walk with you on your journey of personal discovery, change, healing and growth.
Hello. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I believe that for counseling to be successful there has to be a good working relationship between the counselor and client. I know that for someone coming into counseling there can be feelings of vulnerability and fear. I provide a compassionate, caring, nonjudgmental, trusting and peaceful environment in which my clients feel safe to be open and honest. I would love to have the opportunity to walk with you on your journey of personal discovery, change, healing and growth.
(504) 229-6834 View (504) 229-6834
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Brandi Plaisance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
I strive to establish a trusting relationship that promotes growth & clarity around a variety of issues.
Say yes to yourself this time. It is hard to envision carrying it all. You've learned to appear like you have it all figured out, but internally, you feel disconnected & empty. You wonder how you can return to normal, when you don't quite know what normal is anymore. Your energy level is depleted. You feel like you are surviving on autopilot, but not truly living. Perhaps you are in a relationship that no longer feels sustainable. You don't have to navigate this alone. Thriving is possible. You've come to the right place and I'm here to help. To learn more, I welcome you to visit my website: www.RenewedHopePsychotherapy.com
I strive to establish a trusting relationship that promotes growth & clarity around a variety of issues.
Say yes to yourself this time. It is hard to envision carrying it all. You've learned to appear like you have it all figured out, but internally, you feel disconnected & empty. You wonder how you can return to normal, when you don't quite know what normal is anymore. Your energy level is depleted. You feel like you are surviving on autopilot, but not truly living. Perhaps you are in a relationship that no longer feels sustainable. You don't have to navigate this alone. Thriving is possible. You've come to the right place and I'm here to help. To learn more, I welcome you to visit my website: www.RenewedHopePsychotherapy.com
(504) 414-6271 View (504) 414-6271
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Ellen Santolucito, LPC, LLC
Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
Couples counseling, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, Women's Issues.
Hello, I have 25 years of experience having worked with various populations and issues. I believe that life is a journey that presents to us constant experiences for learning and growth to become your best self, whatever that means to you. Change is challenging as one becomes comfortable in the uncomfortable. But as you become aware of the routines and patterns that you continue with that are not working for you, you will be moving toward making lifelong changes that not only affect you positively but also your relationships with others. Change is possible, anxiety and depression are manageable and you are well worth your time.
Couples counseling, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, Women's Issues.
Hello, I have 25 years of experience having worked with various populations and issues. I believe that life is a journey that presents to us constant experiences for learning and growth to become your best self, whatever that means to you. Change is challenging as one becomes comfortable in the uncomfortable. But as you become aware of the routines and patterns that you continue with that are not working for you, you will be moving toward making lifelong changes that not only affect you positively but also your relationships with others. Change is possible, anxiety and depression are manageable and you are well worth your time.
(504) 420-7944 View (504) 420-7944
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Leslie Page Eustis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
Before you give up on your present relationship, let me help you to learn skills that create safety and security in communication. You can find new pathways to heal instead of hurting your partner or yourself. You can experience a renewed sense of aliveness and intimacy in your relationship. I specialize in marriage/relationship/and family counseling. I work with adolescents and adults who would like to improve their communication skills in their relationships at home or work/school.
Before you give up on your present relationship, let me help you to learn skills that create safety and security in communication. You can find new pathways to heal instead of hurting your partner or yourself. You can experience a renewed sense of aliveness and intimacy in your relationship. I specialize in marriage/relationship/and family counseling. I work with adolescents and adults who would like to improve their communication skills in their relationships at home or work/school.
(504) 229-6857 View (504) 229-6857
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Michael J Barry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70002
I have 30 years experience working with ages 18 and older. I believe in the wholistic approach, working with an individual's mind, body, and spirit. I like to teach practical ways of coping with the outside world and empower my client to assert themselves to get their needs met. I have worked with various diagnoses throughout the years, including mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnosis. I also work with relationship issues, grief, codependency, and work issues.
I have 30 years experience working with ages 18 and older. I believe in the wholistic approach, working with an individual's mind, body, and spirit. I like to teach practical ways of coping with the outside world and empower my client to assert themselves to get their needs met. I have worked with various diagnoses throughout the years, including mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnosis. I also work with relationship issues, grief, codependency, and work issues.
(504) 517-8286 View (504) 517-8286
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Metairie Sex Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002  (Online Only)
Are you and your partner not having sex? Are you having a hard time figuring out why sex doesn't come natural to your relationship? Arguing over sex? Past trauma interfering, pills not working, performance anxiety, ADHD kicking in... Let me assist you with getting back in the saddle! (TELETHERAPY NOW AVAILABLE STATEWIDE) Louisiana and Mississippi
Are you and your partner not having sex? Are you having a hard time figuring out why sex doesn't come natural to your relationship? Arguing over sex? Past trauma interfering, pills not working, performance anxiety, ADHD kicking in... Let me assist you with getting back in the saddle! (TELETHERAPY NOW AVAILABLE STATEWIDE) Louisiana and Mississippi
(504) 499-0448 View (504) 499-0448
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Donald Songy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
I have extensive history working with couples who have struggled with infidelity, addiction, sexual problems, abuse, and the daily grind of balancing the many responsibilities life has given us.
People turn to counseling when they feel most overwhelmed. Failed attempts to fix complex issues have only added to the piling frustration. One of the rewards in being a therapist is the inspiration I get in watching my clients grow despite their endured suffering. My name is Donny, and I would like to be the first to congratulate you on making the first step towards wellness. I've helped families reduce tension, marriages regain long-lost attunement, and aided those suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and loss. And I would like to help you get back on track.
I have extensive history working with couples who have struggled with infidelity, addiction, sexual problems, abuse, and the daily grind of balancing the many responsibilities life has given us.
People turn to counseling when they feel most overwhelmed. Failed attempts to fix complex issues have only added to the piling frustration. One of the rewards in being a therapist is the inspiration I get in watching my clients grow despite their endured suffering. My name is Donny, and I would like to be the first to congratulate you on making the first step towards wellness. I've helped families reduce tension, marriages regain long-lost attunement, and aided those suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and loss. And I would like to help you get back on track.
(504) 826-8795 View (504) 826-8795
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Karen M D'Amico Miranda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
Every client is unique, special, and deserves the best services available on the market. Due to the unique needs of the client, I form a system that will show immediate growth potential and allow the client to better understand the root causes of what is troubling them. My system is simple, every experience you live through shapes you into who you are today, just as your experiences can shape you, together we can retake control and reshape you into your best self! I specialize in trauma, grief, couples, and family based counseling. I am confident that with the right attitude and proper support, together we can achieve anything.
Every client is unique, special, and deserves the best services available on the market. Due to the unique needs of the client, I form a system that will show immediate growth potential and allow the client to better understand the root causes of what is troubling them. My system is simple, every experience you live through shapes you into who you are today, just as your experiences can shape you, together we can retake control and reshape you into your best self! I specialize in trauma, grief, couples, and family based counseling. I am confident that with the right attitude and proper support, together we can achieve anything.
(504) 285-9760 View (504) 285-9760
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Bill Knecht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
Although experienced in a wide variety of clinical issues including having trained therapists for for over 25 years, I'm limiting my practice to only brief individual, relationship therapy and couples work and sex therapy and internet porn/sexual addictions.
I'm a therapist with over 45+ years of experience. A specialized practice that utilizes brief treatment (in person or via video) and focuses on work with couples and sexual issues. See: website More Information & Blog. Other specialties are Veteran's issues, chronic pain management and cancer adjustment, and transgender evaluations for HRT.. A brief (often only one to four sessions), confidential, non-judgmental and practical approach while, at the same time, addressing the issues within the context of an individual's lifetime goals. I've also supervised and trained hundreds of therapists. Very confidential, anonymous office.
Although experienced in a wide variety of clinical issues including having trained therapists for for over 25 years, I'm limiting my practice to only brief individual, relationship therapy and couples work and sex therapy and internet porn/sexual addictions.
I'm a therapist with over 45+ years of experience. A specialized practice that utilizes brief treatment (in person or via video) and focuses on work with couples and sexual issues. See: website More Information & Blog. Other specialties are Veteran's issues, chronic pain management and cancer adjustment, and transgender evaluations for HRT.. A brief (often only one to four sessions), confidential, non-judgmental and practical approach while, at the same time, addressing the issues within the context of an individual's lifetime goals. I've also supervised and trained hundreds of therapists. Very confidential, anonymous office.
(504) 315-1077 View (504) 315-1077
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Courtney Carrier
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
The type of sessions that I conduct are individual, couples, and family counseling sessions.
Hello! My name is Courtney Carrier, and I am an associate at Dr. Matt Morris & Associates of Metairie, Louisiana. Counseling can be an incredibly tough decision for someone to make. Asking for help is the first step of many to improving your quality of life. No one should have to feel as though they are going through this life alone. I am here to help you along this pathway to becoming a better you!
The type of sessions that I conduct are individual, couples, and family counseling sessions.
Hello! My name is Courtney Carrier, and I am an associate at Dr. Matt Morris & Associates of Metairie, Louisiana. Counseling can be an incredibly tough decision for someone to make. Asking for help is the first step of many to improving your quality of life. No one should have to feel as though they are going through this life alone. I am here to help you along this pathway to becoming a better you!
(504) 321-5737 View (504) 321-5737
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Gabrielle Nata
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
I specialize in couples and families navigating life transitions, pre-marital or pre-commitment preparation, parenting challenges, high conflict, intimacy and sexual dissatisfaction, and managing relationships with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Throughout our lives we learn behaviors and patterns that offer a sense of safety, but later become ineffective and difficult to change. This often isn't realized until it impacts our relationships and feels like our world is unraveling. Together we can calm the chaos of the present to feel safe enough to change the patterns from the past impacting your life today.
I specialize in couples and families navigating life transitions, pre-marital or pre-commitment preparation, parenting challenges, high conflict, intimacy and sexual dissatisfaction, and managing relationships with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Throughout our lives we learn behaviors and patterns that offer a sense of safety, but later become ineffective and difficult to change. This often isn't realized until it impacts our relationships and feels like our world is unraveling. Together we can calm the chaos of the present to feel safe enough to change the patterns from the past impacting your life today.
(504) 294-5346 View (504) 294-5346
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Danette Dollison-Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MT-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
It takes strength and courage to reach out for help. I have faced many challenges in childhood, as a mom, and in a relationship. I believe that the healing work I have done with these challenges has helped me to better show up with compassion and humility. We are all in this together. I work from a somatic body based trauma informed lens. I use the following modalities: brainspotting, cognitive therapy, music therapy, creative arts therapy, psychodrama, EMDR, experiential therapy, coaching, psychodramatic body work, advanced integrative therapy, and I am a Brene Brene Brown Daring Way Facilitator.
It takes strength and courage to reach out for help. I have faced many challenges in childhood, as a mom, and in a relationship. I believe that the healing work I have done with these challenges has helped me to better show up with compassion and humility. We are all in this together. I work from a somatic body based trauma informed lens. I use the following modalities: brainspotting, cognitive therapy, music therapy, creative arts therapy, psychodrama, EMDR, experiential therapy, coaching, psychodramatic body work, advanced integrative therapy, and I am a Brene Brene Brown Daring Way Facilitator.
(504) 315-1032 View (504) 315-1032

Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.