Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Alexandria, LA

We commend you for making the right choice for you, to create the life that you desire by working through whatever concerns or challenges that you may be experiencing. We know that sharing intimate details about your life may be challenging, but it will be our pleasure to help you navigate your way through this process. We have over 30 years of combined experience. We have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, couples counseling, life skills development, parenting issues, career planning and coaching, ADHD, substance abuse, Military issues/concerns, sexual assault & PTSD.

It is my goal with each individual to build a strong therapeutic relationship where the client can feel accepted for who they are and experience empathy, genuineness, and the safety needed to explore their most challenging thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My typical theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but I also believe that it is necessary, at times, to draw from other orientations and therapies in order to provide the best care possible for my clients.

What do you do when "LIFE" happens and throws you off course? How do you even begin to cope with the devastation that's left behind? If these are questions that you need help with answering, please feel free to give us a call. We will provide you with a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment to express your inner thoughts and feelings. You do not have to go through life feeling alone while facing these struggles on your own. You can receive the help you need and WE are here to assist. You're only one click away from discovering you're "Greatest LIFE!"

Life can become overwhelming at times. In today's world, many of us are faced with more pressures and complicated circumstances than ever before. When facing these challenges, it affects many aspects of our lives, including relationships with family and friends, school and work, behavior and performance, and day-to-day functioning. It is my goal to provide you with a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment in which you feel comfortable in sharing and exploring different issues that you feel may be keeping you from functioning to the best of your ability in different areas of your life.

I am a licensed mental health therapist and am ready to assist anyone who may be struggling with managing a mental disorder or one addressing challenges with self-esteem, relationships, and managing emotions. My main methods include cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. I believe in providing a supportive and non-judgemental atmosphere to assist clients in learning skills and knowledge that can be applied throughout a lifetime and help restore stability, meaning and purpose to their lives. My ideal client is one who is committed to making changes and is willing to trust the counseling process.

Are you overwhelmed by worry and uncertainty and struggle with feeling at peace? Are you concerned that you will never experience happiness again because you have felt exhausted and depressed for so long? Do you feel that you and your partner are “just existing” and no longer share the connection you once had? If any of these questions are ones you can relate to, I want you to know that things can change.

Center Point Therapy Group is an outpatient therapy and assessment practice that specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), an evidenced-based and effective approach to treating psychological and behavioral concerns. CBT involves identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that drive negative emotions and give rise to difficulties in your life through an active collaboration between the clinician and client. We are here to help.

Have you ever felt really nervous in a social situation, like talking in front of a group of people? It’s completely normal to feel that way, and a lot of people do! Sometimes we even avoid situations that make us feel uncomfortable, but what if there was a way to help you feel less nervous? Are there days when you feel like getting out of bed in the morning can feel like too much work? Do you struggle to feel motivated to do things that once came easy to you? It can seem like things will not get better, but you can take small steps towards improving your daily life and I want to help you do that.

My ideal client is someone that is open to becoming more self-aware and ready to take charge to meet their personal goals. I believe that we are all individuals that continue to learn and grow through our experiences and challenges. Clients that I work with typically have difficulties related to their emotions/moods, relationships, family, work, parenting, substance use, and life stressors.

Children are experiencing things on a daily basis and as a parent you may not be sure how to help them. When kids are going through things, they may have stomachaches before school, act out at home, withdraw from others, throw tantrums, refuse to follow rules, have trouble sleeping, or behave differently from how they used to. Have you already tried parenting self-help books, looking on Google for answers, and spending more time on Facebook parenting groups than you would like to admit? Do you feel exhausted from trying all of the things you read and nothing feels like it is working?

I am currently accepting new clients for individual counseling. I work with adults dealing with a variety of issues such as PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, stress and anger management, substance abuse, relationship issues, grief, and spirituality. I believe the counseling process is based on a non-judgmental, accepting, and empathetic relationship. Within that relationship, you will have the freedom to explore and process whatever challenges you are facing. We will work together to develop solutions to help you achieve your goals.

Life is a journey we all take with no manual of what to do or how to navigate it. Many times we can get stuck or paralyzed by our feelings, thoughts or situations, without the ability to move forward. If you are feeling anxious or overwhelmed right now, just know things can get better.

Do you struggle with anxiety/depression, behavioral issues or postpartum transitions affecting day-to-day life, school or work, relationships, or ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, frustrated, or overwhelmed by just getting through the day, finding purpose and balance in new roles, or maintaining control over your emotions? Do you HOPE that life could be more fulfilled and more manageable? Now more than ever, people feel overwhelmed in many aspects of life, and we believe there is HOPE for transformation! At Door of Hope, we offer a custom approach to each client regardless of diagnosis or age.

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.

Do you struggle with depression? Does shame and guilt have you frozen? Do you feel overwhelmed or weighed down by anxiety, fear, self-doubt, or insecurity? If you are tired of being tired, then I am here to help. If you are struggling to know what to do with the pain you feel, then I want to help you find a way through it. I will work with you to solve whatever problems you find yourself facing to assist you in recognizing the strengths you have within and developing the skills you need to find your way to happiness and confidence.

Have you ever thought that life is too tough? Have you lost someone or something very close to you recently? Do you currently struggle to see yourself in a positive way, and it is hard to maintain healthy relationships in your life whether it romantic or familial because of it? Well, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, wanting and waiting to help you. Everyone feels sad, lost, confused, hurt, or angry at times. Sometimes, those feelings can come from not feeling accepted or trauma from the past. Let's work together to help heal what those issues. You are strong for making the first step and reaching out for help.

Life can be incredibly challenging. Often we have visions of the life we want to live, but we can't figure out why we're unable to realize our dreams. Better health, better relationships, increased stability, less worry, more happiness- all of these things can seem just outside of our reach. Life can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

Greetings! My name is Nadra DeMagnus and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from New Orleans, Louisiana. I have been providing psychotherapy and relationship coaching for more than ten years. I have worked with large groups, military families, indigenous people of Alaska, youth and young adults in schools, agency, and private settings, adults, and geriatrics from across these United States of America. Approaches utilized: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Over the past decade, I have served in various roles, including child protection specialist for the state and a licensed social worker within the education system. My expertise extends to navigating Bulletin 1508, 504 plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families, I address challenges such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anger outbursts, depression, relationship issues, academic concerns, and anxiety.