Gay Allied Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA

I am passionate about helping people in need! While I work with many different issues, my greatest passion and experience are in working with teens and their parents, and helping people find freedom from the chains of addiction. I also work with many couples, and with men who are struggling to find their way in life. As a Christian counselor, I do my best to help my clients find peace and healing in their relationship with a loving God, without being preachy or pushing any kind of religious agenda. Put simply, I want to help others find hope and healing.

I am a licensed Master Social Worker. I have experience working with adolescence and adults. It is my passion to work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, as well as substance use disorders. I will use a multitude of therapy types. However, I greatly value DBT and mindfulness skills.

"HELPING BUILD A BETTER YOU". . . . . a mental-behavioral-spiritual growth approach to counseling, looking to history and life span development in understanding one's personality (including family of origin, religious imagination and formation, body image, significant transitional periods, major changes in life, physical problems), helping plan one's future - utilizing one's inner resources and strengths - minimizing symptoms of mental disturbance and maximizing one's ability to flourish through mindfulness techniques and an observant objective posture toward life's choices and attitudes - hopefully leading to the enjoyment of spiritual, mental, physical and emotional balance.

Choosing to enter therapy is a radical act of self-care that can have equally as radical lifelong benefits. The process of therapy is a powerful way to equip yourself with skills and self-knowledge that you can utilize both in the present, as well as over the course of your life. Whether you are seeking guidance to address a specific issue, want to expand your self-awareness, are working to promote positive changes, or if you are not quite sure what brings you to therapy, I can assist you with formulating and reaching your goals.

While our face to face services are on temporary hiatus due to the Covid 19 crisis, we have Confidential Hippa Compliant online services. The stresses of the Covid Virus and the growth pains of out great country are challenging us to rise to action and meet the needs of each other and in most cases we people are doing a great job. We at Vilas & Co Therapists are available to help you meet your guidance and treatment needs. Our goal in therapy is to meet clients where they are and professionally help them safely achieve their own goals.

* Accepting New Clients / All Locations & Virtual - 26 years experience in Individual, Marriage & Relationship Counseling. Regardless of how difficult things may be, our agency is equipped to handle the most complex emotional and psychological issues. Initially trained as a USN Psychiatric Corpsman, I have been working in psychiatric-trauma for over 25 years. In the past 3 years I have successfully worked more than 100 Corporate Critical Crisis Incidents & provided Mental Health & Marriage Counseling to over 10,000 individuals.

In part of the healing process, it is encouraged that one gets to the root of the issues of life one step at a time. The healing process starts when it is realized and accepted that you can not change what has already occurred, but change what you can.

Want more out of life? Tired of feeling this way? Trouble communicating? Feeling down? We all develop an internal story that dictates the way we feel and live. However, you are the agent of control. Gain back your power and heal your life one day at a time. I am a provisional licensed therapist with a passion to help my clients address symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted or find little fulfillment in your day to day life? Feeling stuck, weighed down, constantly stressed or on edge? Have you always taken care of everyone but yourself? Searching for answers to these or any other mental or emotional roadblocks that have been holding you back in your life, then you are in the correct place. I am a counselor who is ready to work with you in the supportive process to achieve your therapeutic goals.

People seek therapy services for a variety of reasons. Some individuals first begin participating in therapy when life has become unmanageable. Family or friends may have recommended a consultation with a psychologist in order to find a solution for a specific life problem. Others begin therapy simply as a quest to better understand their life, experiences or relationships with the hope of fully discovering or embracing the best parts of themselves. Choosing the right treatment experience is an important part of the journey. Dr. Stokes is dedicated to meeting the needs of client's seeking personal change and psychological wellness.

My scope of practice includes a wide range of clients. I have worked with children, adolescents, families, groups and adults with various issues that include (but are not limited to) ADHD / ADD, Abuse / Neglect, Parenting Issues, Generalized Anxiety, Major Depression, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar I and Bipolar II, Oppositional Behaviors, Personality Disorders, Grief, etc.. I combine various aspects of different treatment modalities to provide the most individualized therapy possible. My goal is to help you work through the pain and / or issues that may be hindering you from wholeness / wellness.

Are you a mother feeling overwhelmed? Are you currently pregnant and navigating these intense emotions as you prepare to bring home baby? Are you a new mom and have met some difficult challenges? Was your birth experience not what you expected? Perhaps you are a new dad adjusting to life with a baby. Maybe you are looking for support through the journey of infertility and loss. If you can identify with any of these scenarios and have begun the search for counseling services, know how brave you already are. You will be met without judgement and limitless compassion as you embark on your journey into new parenthood wellness.

I want the process of counseling to be a safe journey towards the life my clients can say "yes" to. I believe in the client being the expert of themselves, and their path is set by their dreams, hopes, and desires, not my agenda. I believe a full, beautiful life is possible for all people, I want to help you in your path towards that beauty, whatever that may mean to you.

Are you facing a difficult time? Are you stuck in emotional pain and ready to do something about it? Are you dealing with a traumatic event & unclear how to get through it? Are you tired of having unhealthy relationships? Would you like to discover tools to become your best self? Counseling provides the tools and answers to get through these type of difficult questions/circumstances. It is time for you to live your best life!! As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years experience, I would like to take the journey with you in discovering your best life.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters of Education in Counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University. I am committed to providing professional counseling services from a Christian perspective to adolescents, young adults, and families. I offer a variety of counseling services that address the following issues: adolescents struggling in school -adolescents struggling with parent relationships -adolescents struggling with anxiety or depression -parenting issues-depression -anxiety -self esteem -panic attacks -adjustment issues -past childhood matters - -eating disorders -relationship concerns -grief -singleness

By integrating my neuroscience training and talk therapy, I work with individuals struggling with psychological distress associated with a history of trauma (sexual/physical abuse, etc.) loss, chronic illness and various behavioral issues. My goal is to provide a supportive environment that facilitates insight, emotional healing and personal growth to improve daily function, manage stress and mental wellbeing. I offer an initial 20-minute free, consultation via phone to new patients to determine if I am able to meet your therapeutic needs. In the event the initial consultation is not a good fit, I will provide you with a referral.

"The future depends on what you do today." - Mahatma Gandhi. As a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor I am experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I treat a range of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem & identity issues, and more. I strive to assist my clients with developing coping skills for daily life, stronger positive relationships with others, and increase client independence. I work to create a non-judgmental safe space for individuals to feel comfortable and respected. It is my privilege to walk alongside clients who have reached out for assistance.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana, with several years experience in mental health counseling. I received a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Louisiana State University- Shreveport and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Xavier University of Louisiana. Throughout my professional career I have worked with adult clients from various backgrounds with acute and chronic mental illness, as well as dual diagnosis. I am committed to providing a warm, safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that allows clients to be their most authentic self.

Life challenges are a part of the common human experience. Finding the best support for yourself during these times is important. A therapist can be an important part of your support system, offering a perspective family and friends may not.