Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA
Randy Fontenot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
6 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Waitlist for new clients
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors. I earned a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from Louisiana State University in 2001. The theoretical basis for my counseling services is based on the cognitive-behavioral model.
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors. I earned a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from Louisiana State University in 2001. The theoretical basis for my counseling services is based on the cognitive-behavioral model.
Opal 'celeste'
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life transitions—such as career changes and major personal shifts—as well as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, trauma, and professional burnout. I also specialize in supporting athletes of all ages and all levels through unique transition challenges, including performance pressures, navigating emotional impact of injury, and career shifts. I emphasize each person’s strengths and provide a safe, supportive space for growth while building emotional resiliency. I also bring extensive experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
My practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life transitions—such as career changes and major personal shifts—as well as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, trauma, and professional burnout. I also specialize in supporting athletes of all ages and all levels through unique transition challenges, including performance pressures, navigating emotional impact of injury, and career shifts. I emphasize each person’s strengths and provide a safe, supportive space for growth while building emotional resiliency. I also bring extensive experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are your relationships with others in disarray? Are you looking for better ways to exist? If so, we will work together to find a solution that meets your needs! Tamiko Brown, LPC specializes in working with women struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders. By using Eclectic Therapy, Ms. Brown will help you by using a flexible approach to psychotherapy that draws from multiple theoretical perspectives and techniques involving CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness to develop a holistic treatment plan to address your specific needs, developmental level, and circumstance.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are your relationships with others in disarray? Are you looking for better ways to exist? If so, we will work together to find a solution that meets your needs! Tamiko Brown, LPC specializes in working with women struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders. By using Eclectic Therapy, Ms. Brown will help you by using a flexible approach to psychotherapy that draws from multiple theoretical perspectives and techniques involving CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness to develop a holistic treatment plan to address your specific needs, developmental level, and circumstance.
Dana Booth, LCSW specializes in grief/loss/trauma counseling with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Having 35 years experience in hospitals, schools, Grief Recovery Center and now private practice, I personally know how sudden, anticipated, or traumatic grief can change your world. Depression/Anxiety often accompany grief/transitions in life and it's a healthy choice to reach out for support. It's a privilege to walk along side one on his/her grief journey. It's too heavy of a burden to carry alone. EMDR and evidence based therapeutic tools can relieve some of the heaviness you carry.
Dana Booth, LCSW specializes in grief/loss/trauma counseling with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Having 35 years experience in hospitals, schools, Grief Recovery Center and now private practice, I personally know how sudden, anticipated, or traumatic grief can change your world. Depression/Anxiety often accompany grief/transitions in life and it's a healthy choice to reach out for support. It's a privilege to walk along side one on his/her grief journey. It's too heavy of a burden to carry alone. EMDR and evidence based therapeutic tools can relieve some of the heaviness you carry.
Sarah M Tipton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Not accepting new clients
Hello, my name is Sarah Mecholsky Tipton and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Community Counseling from LSU. I am passionate about the work I do, and what fuels my passion is my clients. I see counseling as a collaborative process where I work together with you to explore and define the present problem situations. I value the insight and perspective each of my clients brings to the therapy room, since each person provides invaluable insights into their own life. I take a person-centered approach and will employ an eclectic counseling style, dependent on what each client needs.
Hello, my name is Sarah Mecholsky Tipton and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Community Counseling from LSU. I am passionate about the work I do, and what fuels my passion is my clients. I see counseling as a collaborative process where I work together with you to explore and define the present problem situations. I value the insight and perspective each of my clients brings to the therapy room, since each person provides invaluable insights into their own life. I take a person-centered approach and will employ an eclectic counseling style, dependent on what each client needs.
A mental health practice dedicated to helping you own your story and empower your future, through every phase of life.
A mental health practice dedicated to helping you own your story and empower your future, through every phase of life.
Every life tells a story, and it's within the details of our stories we discover profound opportunities for healing and growth. As a psychotherapist and the founding clinician at the Center for Emotional Healing in Mid-city Baton Rouge, I offer 20 years of experience in guiding individuals in their journey toward emotional and relational health. With a foundation in diverse mental health settings that include psychiatric in-patient care, intensive residential treatment, and private practice, I have developed a deep and integrative awareness of the complexities and challenges inherent in psychological and relational wellbeing.
Every life tells a story, and it's within the details of our stories we discover profound opportunities for healing and growth. As a psychotherapist and the founding clinician at the Center for Emotional Healing in Mid-city Baton Rouge, I offer 20 years of experience in guiding individuals in their journey toward emotional and relational health. With a foundation in diverse mental health settings that include psychiatric in-patient care, intensive residential treatment, and private practice, I have developed a deep and integrative awareness of the complexities and challenges inherent in psychological and relational wellbeing.
The Masterpiece Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
You may be a Christian woman carrying the weight of past or present trauma—abuse, betrayal, or neglect—that still affects her today. You feel stuck in cycles of fear, shame, or self-doubt, struggling to trust, rest, or feel connected to God. You may long
for peace, clarity, and healing. Your desire may be to rediscover your identity in Christ, build healthy relationships, and live free from the emotional pain that clouds your present life. You may be seeking a safe, faith-based space to process your story, find hope, and experience real, lasting transformation. If that is your desire, then you have found that space!
You may be a Christian woman carrying the weight of past or present trauma—abuse, betrayal, or neglect—that still affects her today. You feel stuck in cycles of fear, shame, or self-doubt, struggling to trust, rest, or feel connected to God. You may long
for peace, clarity, and healing. Your desire may be to rediscover your identity in Christ, build healthy relationships, and live free from the emotional pain that clouds your present life. You may be seeking a safe, faith-based space to process your story, find hope, and experience real, lasting transformation. If that is your desire, then you have found that space!
Attentif Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Are you striving for peace, purpose, and fulfillment? Do you often find yourself balancing a busy lifestyle or feeling disconnected in your relationships or from yourself? Are you navigating conflict, rebuilding trust after infidelity, or feeling unseen by your partner? Do you long for deeper connection or better communication? You don’t have to walk this path alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, healing, and reconnection. I support individuals and couples facing trauma, anxiety, grief, relational struggles, and more.
Are you striving for peace, purpose, and fulfillment? Do you often find yourself balancing a busy lifestyle or feeling disconnected in your relationships or from yourself? Are you navigating conflict, rebuilding trust after infidelity, or feeling unseen by your partner? Do you long for deeper connection or better communication? You don’t have to walk this path alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, healing, and reconnection. I support individuals and couples facing trauma, anxiety, grief, relational struggles, and more.
Hello. I'm Toya Pierce, a licensed social worker in MD and LA. I am LCSWC and LCSW-BACS board-approved and focus on helping individuals manage anxiety and depression. I use a client-centered approach, where we work together using evidence-based techniques like Cognitive behavioral therapy. I specialize in a client-focused approach, meaning I focus on your personal goals and work together using techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you manage your stressors. My communication style is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly and move at a comfortable pace.
Hello. I'm Toya Pierce, a licensed social worker in MD and LA. I am LCSWC and LCSW-BACS board-approved and focus on helping individuals manage anxiety and depression. I use a client-centered approach, where we work together using evidence-based techniques like Cognitive behavioral therapy. I specialize in a client-focused approach, meaning I focus on your personal goals and work together using techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you manage your stressors. My communication style is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly and move at a comfortable pace.
Haley Lewis is a counselor and certified health coach specializing in children's mental health and wellness. Haley blends her expertise in both counseling and health coaching to take a holistic, strengths-based approach in supporting children and families. She is dedicated to helping kids develop resilience, build life skills, and improve emotional well-being by addressing both mental and physical health in an integrated way.
Haley Lewis is a counselor and certified health coach specializing in children's mental health and wellness. Haley blends her expertise in both counseling and health coaching to take a holistic, strengths-based approach in supporting children and families. She is dedicated to helping kids develop resilience, build life skills, and improve emotional well-being by addressing both mental and physical health in an integrated way.
As a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in working with a variety of mental health issues, I work to bring solutions to concerns that appear endless. My dedication as a counselor continues to allow comprehensive techniques and methods that will be advantageous to helping individuals understand their opportunities in discovering consistencies to manage their challenges of every day life issues.
As a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in working with a variety of mental health issues, I work to bring solutions to concerns that appear endless. My dedication as a counselor continues to allow comprehensive techniques and methods that will be advantageous to helping individuals understand their opportunities in discovering consistencies to manage their challenges of every day life issues.
I support adolescents and young adults in building emotional wellness, developing coping skills, and navigating life transitions. With a background in collegiate athletics, I offer a unique perspective for clients struggling with anxiety, motivation, identity, and the pressure for performance– in sports, academics, or daily life.
I support adolescents and young adults in building emotional wellness, developing coping skills, and navigating life transitions. With a background in collegiate athletics, I offer a unique perspective for clients struggling with anxiety, motivation, identity, and the pressure for performance– in sports, academics, or daily life.
Do you feel overwhelmed, smothered or even confined? Is there a painful truth that your life appears to slow down when you want desperately for it to fast forward? Does it somehow seem to be on repeat but you and the issue (at hand) are the only constants? Has life dealt you so many blows that it seems as if bliss if unimaginable anymore? Are you searching for answering and are tired of quick fixes? The truth is life is a cycle of never ending repeats and if you do not recognize the patterns and make conscious changes where needed, the cycle can be vicious and detrimental.
Do you feel overwhelmed, smothered or even confined? Is there a painful truth that your life appears to slow down when you want desperately for it to fast forward? Does it somehow seem to be on repeat but you and the issue (at hand) are the only constants? Has life dealt you so many blows that it seems as if bliss if unimaginable anymore? Are you searching for answering and are tired of quick fixes? The truth is life is a cycle of never ending repeats and if you do not recognize the patterns and make conscious changes where needed, the cycle can be vicious and detrimental.
I specialize in providing therapy focusing on a wide range of presenting issues such as; trauma, anger management, grief, crisis, addiction, depression and anxiety. My goal is to help clients work to facilitate healthy behavior change, help clients to establish and maintain healthy relationships and boundaries, help set personal goals, enhance clients effectiveness and ability to cope, and promote clients potential with implementing a healthy decision making processes.
I specialize in providing therapy focusing on a wide range of presenting issues such as; trauma, anger management, grief, crisis, addiction, depression and anxiety. My goal is to help clients work to facilitate healthy behavior change, help clients to establish and maintain healthy relationships and boundaries, help set personal goals, enhance clients effectiveness and ability to cope, and promote clients potential with implementing a healthy decision making processes.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Baton Rouge
Licensed Professional Counselor
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Cassandra Bradley Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
As a dedicated mental health counselor, I specialize in addressing issues related to trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, and various other mental health disorders. My extensive experience in these areas has equipped me with the skills to offer my clients an exceptional understanding of their challenges and a unique, compassionate approach to treatment.
As a dedicated mental health counselor, I specialize in addressing issues related to trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, and various other mental health disorders. My extensive experience in these areas has equipped me with the skills to offer my clients an exceptional understanding of their challenges and a unique, compassionate approach to treatment.
Do you feel stuck? Do you need to get to the core of your problems? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you self medicate with drugs or alcohol? If traumatic memories haunt you while continuing to impact your relationships, sleep, and mood, consider Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) My clinical experience has been with teens, college students, adults and families. EMDR works even if you are unable to recall all of the traumatic event. Clients tell me they want to change but don't know how. Let me show you how to begin. I watched a video where therapists rated methods of therapies; all ranked EMDR as 10/10 to assist with issues.
Do you feel stuck? Do you need to get to the core of your problems? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you self medicate with drugs or alcohol? If traumatic memories haunt you while continuing to impact your relationships, sleep, and mood, consider Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) My clinical experience has been with teens, college students, adults and families. EMDR works even if you are unable to recall all of the traumatic event. Clients tell me they want to change but don't know how. Let me show you how to begin. I watched a video where therapists rated methods of therapies; all ranked EMDR as 10/10 to assist with issues.
Kennedy
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC
4 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Not accepting new clients
Hi I'm Kennedy :) I use a blend of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & Solution-Focused techniques to help clients uncover patterns while working collaboratively on presenting problems. With experience in residential treatment, I understand how to support clients through a wide range of challenges and the ability to work comfortably with complex issues. I support adolescent and young adult clients facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, learning differences, trauma, body image, sexuality, and life transitions.
Hi I'm Kennedy :) I use a blend of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & Solution-Focused techniques to help clients uncover patterns while working collaboratively on presenting problems. With experience in residential treatment, I understand how to support clients through a wide range of challenges and the ability to work comfortably with complex issues. I support adolescent and young adult clients facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, learning differences, trauma, body image, sexuality, and life transitions.
I'm a licensed psychologist passionate about supporting the families of Louisiana. If your child is struggling with their mental health or behavior, I'd love to help. I work with parents of children with challenging behavior, children and teens regulating emotions, and individuals struggling with executive functioning or social skills. I enjoy helping people reach their goals and learn new skills to make their days easier.
I'm a licensed psychologist passionate about supporting the families of Louisiana. If your child is struggling with their mental health or behavior, I'd love to help. I work with parents of children with challenging behavior, children and teens regulating emotions, and individuals struggling with executive functioning or social skills. I enjoy helping people reach their goals and learn new skills to make their days easier.
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Number of Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA
700+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Stress |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 64% | Grief |
| 62% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 74% | Aetna |
| 70% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 64% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Baton Rouge, LA see their clients
| 66% | In Person and Online | |
| 34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


