Trauma and PTSD Therapists in East Baton Rouge Parish, LA

Seeking therapy can be an intimidating and vulnerable experience. However, it doesn't have to be a process that you go through alone. My role as a therapist is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings. I'm passionate about counseling because I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I value the collaborative nature of this relationship and together we can work in tandem to help achieve your goals. I believe the best outcomes are achieved through a trusting and empathetic relationship between a therapist and a client.

I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families in transitional seasons of life involving anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, perinatal mental health, and trauma. At the root of humanity is the need for connection. My goal is for you to feel empowered, supported, and heard in the safety of the therapeutic space. I look forward to supporting you in discovering your strengths, processing stressors, grieving losses, learning coping skills, and growing personally. You are in control of your healing journey, I am simply holding space to facilitate it.

For over 40 + years I have been an advocate for children and families in need of mental health services. It has been gratifying to provide a milieu of services that has effectively met the needs of my clients. The knowledge I have acquired has been recognized by the Office of Juvenile Justice, Department of Children and Family Services, and Family Roads as a sound clinical practice. I have successfully implemented Parenting and Fathering Models which have had a micro and macro impact on service delivery in Louisiana.

One of the goals of counseling is to gain knowledge and insight into problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, and relationship issues. I believe that a person can come into the knowledge of self to regain control, motivation, and self-worth to reach their full potential. In this I believe in establishing realistic and achievable goals for individuals and families that will bring forth true freedom. I incorporate several therapeutic techniques and interventions that are designed for the individual client that includes but not limited to; person centered, brief solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Are you wanting to work on yourself, but you have no idea where to really start? Well, you have come to the right place! I have worked with clients who are struggling with a variety of issues, including: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, stress, relationship issues, panic, life changes, parenting, anger, addiction, and body image struggles. I am passionate about working with grief and survivors of suicide loss. I also enjoy working with college students and young adults who are struggling to find their place in the world. I also work with couples who are wanting to improve their relationship.

Elisabeth Raines Edwards is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience. She works with clients of all ages who are experiencing anxiety, depression, women's issues, stress, difficult life transitions, trauma, and much more.

LSU Psychological Services Center is a training clinic dedicated to providing high quality, evidence-based psychological services at an affordable rate to children and adults in the Baton Rouge and surrounding community. Our graduate student clinicians provide services under the close supervision of licensed professionals, most of whom are LSU faculty members. Services are available both in-person and via telehealth. Our clinic is open Mondays through Thursdays 8am-8pm and Fridays 8am-5pm.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who is dedicated to helping others to find peace in the midst of emotional unrest. I work alongside the client to find realistic and obtainable goals that will improve their quality of life and ability to cope with the stress of their environment, be it at home, work, or inner self.

My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, respect, and a deep commitment to fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship. I believe that building a strong foundation of trust is essential for the healing process. My professional journey has equipped me with the skills and knowledge needed to assist individuals in overcoming the impact of trauma and mood disorders. I recognize the unique and complex nature of each person's experiences, and I am dedicated to tailoring our therapeutic work to meet your specific needs and goals.

I enjoy working with people seeking to improve their quality of life. Sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint where the “problem” is, or why our relationships have become so difficult. Difficulty in relationships, anxiety, depression, and grief are among the concerns that I am able to help clients with. Coping with childhood trauma, the impacts of substance use and/or alcoholic parents or partners, and surviving physical, emotional, or verbal abuse are areas with which I am well suited to assist clients.

My name is Ernesha, some call me Dr. Smith or Dr. E, but you can call me whatever feels comfortable for you! As a dedicated holistic therapist, I specialize in helping you reframe your thoughts, reconnect with your core values, and break through the subconscious barriers that maybe holding you back. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of life transitions, tackling relationship issues, needing a boost in self-confidence, or healing from unresolved trauma and loss, my approach is tailored to address the roots of your challenges to improve your overall well-being. I have supported many of my clients through difficult life events

* 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.

As CEO/Owner of Gordon and Gordon Counseling LLC, the focus of my private practice is to incorporate a healthy perspective of one's mental health. Helping clients maneuver through daily challenges and identifing triggers will help them use coping skills to reduce stressors.

The services provided at Healthy Progressions include individual therapy targeting clients with, but not limited, to the following diagnosis: Major depression, PTSD, Bipolar, Anxiety, OCD, Adjustment disorder, Eating disorders as well as those with a history of grief and trauma. The population served will be individuals of all genders ranging from 6 years of age and older.

I specialize in individuals, couples, and families navigating life stressors/transitions, parenting challenges, relationship issues, anxiety and depression, and perinatal mental health. I believe one of the most powerful things you can do is understand your story. We have all experienced varying degrees of stress, hardships, and trauma. However, we are not alone! Even the fact that you are reading this is such a huge step in the healing process. In sessions, I aim to foster a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment so that you can be your authentic self.

Maybe I'm biased, but it seems like life is especially hard on my clients. Typically, I work with individuals, couples, and groups of people dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and vocational issues. Everyday I get to help people like you who are trying to live healthier, more satisfying lives in spite of all that life throws at them. Together, we will pursue and rebuild better daily habits, healthier relationships with others, and more satisfying and meaningful days.

I understand it can feel like there is no perfect time to enter therapy. Prioritizing our mental health and wellbeing can be challenging. I applaud you for reaching out. It is a privilege to hear my client’s stories and be a part of their healing journey. With a client-centered approach, I aim to provide a safe and transformative therapeutic space to work through life’s issues and promote self-growth and healing. I specialize working with kids, teens and young adults. I am passionate about creating an environment in which you feel heard, understood and empowered to make changes that impact your future self.

My practice offers individual, family, and couples therapy to adult and young adult clients. This is a safe, nonjudgmental, and inclusive space for clients of all racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, sexual, and economic backgrounds. I treat a variety of presenting issues including couples/marriage concerns, infidelity, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, addictive disorders, life and role transitions, parenting, and grief/loss. Couples will benefit from an approach grounded in Gottman Method (Level-2) with additional training in treatment of trauma and infidelity. Thank you in advance for trusting me with your care.

Trying to maneuver through life challenges and feeling like you will never see the light at the end of the tunnel? I specialize in assisting you to experience the hope and peace that you deserve. Through integrative techniques your breakthrough can become a reality.