Therapists for Children in Gonzales, LA
Hello and Welcome!
I’m Tia Roberts-Thomas, MS, PLPC, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate of Walden University with a BS in Psychology from Southern University A&M College. I have experience working across diverse settings, supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, adjustment issues, and ADHD.
Hello and Welcome!
I’m Tia Roberts-Thomas, MS, PLPC, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate of Walden University with a BS in Psychology from Southern University A&M College. I have experience working across diverse settings, supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, adjustment issues, and ADHD.
Hello, I am Martianna Jones, MS, PLPC. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University of Louisiana and my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University A&M College. I’m passionate about helping adolescents and teens navigate life’s challenges—from anxiety and depression to managing stress, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD.
Hello, I am Martianna Jones, MS, PLPC. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University of Louisiana and my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University A&M College. I’m passionate about helping adolescents and teens navigate life’s challenges—from anxiety and depression to managing stress, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD.
Are your children experiencing emotional or behavior problems and you need some help?
I primarily help with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder and other Trauma Related Disorders, and I am trained to work with children experiencing cognitive/learning disabilities and other neurodevelopmental concerns. I am only offering virtual therapy services at this time with the hope to expand into in-person services in the future.
Are your children experiencing emotional or behavior problems and you need some help?
I primarily help with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder and other Trauma Related Disorders, and I am trained to work with children experiencing cognitive/learning disabilities and other neurodevelopmental concerns. I am only offering virtual therapy services at this time with the hope to expand into in-person services in the future.
Are your children experiencing emotional or behavioral problems, and you need some help?
In our first session, we will get to know each other and work together to identify areas of concern, your expectations, and needs from therapy, and how I can best meet those needs.
Are your children experiencing emotional or behavioral problems, and you need some help?
In our first session, we will get to know each other and work together to identify areas of concern, your expectations, and needs from therapy, and how I can best meet those needs.
Do you feel overwhelmed trying to manage day to day activities? Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or depression? There are exciting and effective approaches to address, manage and overcome feelings of stress, anxiety, depression today. If you answered yes to either of these questions or are simply looking to process feelings and emotions, come speak about your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work on coping mechanisms and strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your challenges and difficulties and build meaningful social connections.
Do you feel overwhelmed trying to manage day to day activities? Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or depression? There are exciting and effective approaches to address, manage and overcome feelings of stress, anxiety, depression today. If you answered yes to either of these questions or are simply looking to process feelings and emotions, come speak about your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work on coping mechanisms and strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your challenges and difficulties and build meaningful social connections.
I’m passionate about helping individuals and families—from children to older adults—navigate life’s most challenging moments.
With experience in clinical, school-based, addiction recovery (including medication-assisted treatment and Drug Court populations), and community settings, I bring cultural sensitivity, compassion, and a collaborative spirit to my work.
I’m passionate about helping individuals and families—from children to older adults—navigate life’s most challenging moments.
With experience in clinical, school-based, addiction recovery (including medication-assisted treatment and Drug Court populations), and community settings, I bring cultural sensitivity, compassion, and a collaborative spirit to my work.
I support children, teens, and adults as they seek help and navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, identity development, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
The therapeutic relationship is central to the healing process and is built on trust, openness, and understanding. Each journey is unique, and the approach is thoughtfully adapted to fit the individual’s needs and goals. There is space for discomfort, reflection, clarity, and growth, honoring the pace that feels right for each person.
I support children, teens, and adults as they seek help and navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, identity development, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
The therapeutic relationship is central to the healing process and is built on trust, openness, and understanding. Each journey is unique, and the approach is thoughtfully adapted to fit the individual’s needs and goals. There is space for discomfort, reflection, clarity, and growth, honoring the pace that feels right for each person.
My practice is limited to the treatment of sexual and gender concerns and to treatment of the concerns of couples and other romantic / sexual groupings. My focus is on your growth and well-being. My office will become a place in which it is safe to speak about your life and concerns. You will find acceptance, support and challenge. I have earned Master's degrees in Psychology (1990) and Social Work (MSW - 1998). To date, my clients have received over 30,000 hours of psychotherapy services. I look forward to meeting you and beginning our work together.
My practice is limited to the treatment of sexual and gender concerns and to treatment of the concerns of couples and other romantic / sexual groupings. My focus is on your growth and well-being. My office will become a place in which it is safe to speak about your life and concerns. You will find acceptance, support and challenge. I have earned Master's degrees in Psychology (1990) and Social Work (MSW - 1998). To date, my clients have received over 30,000 hours of psychotherapy services. I look forward to meeting you and beginning our work together.
I’ve been blessed to be married to my wife for over 20 years, and together we are raising four wonderful children.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Amridge University (2019), and I am passionate about helping people find healing and direction.
I’ve been blessed to be married to my wife for over 20 years, and together we are raising four wonderful children.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Amridge University (2019), and I am passionate about helping people find healing and direction.
Life can be challenging at any age! Youth, teens, young adults and seniors can often overcome struggles and learn to cope in a safe, confidential, judge-free environment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have had the pleasure of helping individuals reach their greatest potential as we worked together addressing many different issues and concerns.
Life can be challenging at any age! Youth, teens, young adults and seniors can often overcome struggles and learn to cope in a safe, confidential, judge-free environment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have had the pleasure of helping individuals reach their greatest potential as we worked together addressing many different issues and concerns.
She is particularly passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adult females.
Sarah emphasizes, " Children are our future. They are not innately equipped with the tools to self-regulate, so we need to support them in navigating intense emotions. Otherwise, they may grow into dysregulated adults with more complex issues."
She is particularly passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adult females.
Sarah emphasizes, " Children are our future. They are not innately equipped with the tools to self-regulate, so we need to support them in navigating intense emotions. Otherwise, they may grow into dysregulated adults with more complex issues."
Life is far from easy. It’s even harder when you don’t have someone you can talk to without worrying about judgment, criticism, or bias. My goal in the counseling relationship is to be that steady person in your life who can sit with you in both chaos and calm, help you slow it down or speed it up, but ultimately to figure out what works for you. I come to this work with years of experience as a first responder, and I carry that perspective with me — especially when sitting with trauma, crisis, and the kind of pain that doesn’t always get talked about.
Life is far from easy. It’s even harder when you don’t have someone you can talk to without worrying about judgment, criticism, or bias. My goal in the counseling relationship is to be that steady person in your life who can sit with you in both chaos and calm, help you slow it down or speed it up, but ultimately to figure out what works for you. I come to this work with years of experience as a first responder, and I carry that perspective with me — especially when sitting with trauma, crisis, and the kind of pain that doesn’t always get talked about.
I’m a PLPC dedicated to walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and greater self-awareness. I provide counseling services to clients ages 8 and up, offering a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals. Offering this space allows for blending compassion, evidence-based strategies, and just the right amount of humor—because sometimes, laughter really is therapeutic. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and completed my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University.
I’m a PLPC dedicated to walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and greater self-awareness. I provide counseling services to clients ages 8 and up, offering a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals. Offering this space allows for blending compassion, evidence-based strategies, and just the right amount of humor—because sometimes, laughter really is therapeutic. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and completed my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University.
Hello, I am JoAnn Haynes Glasper, LCSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Sport Social Worker, trained in EMDR who understands that sometimes your mind can become too "full," and you seek a place or a person to help clear it. I am here at INO MindFULLness Counseling and Consulting, LLC, ready to assist you in lightening the load and creating the space you need to progress.
Hello, I am JoAnn Haynes Glasper, LCSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Sport Social Worker, trained in EMDR who understands that sometimes your mind can become too "full," and you seek a place or a person to help clear it. I am here at INO MindFULLness Counseling and Consulting, LLC, ready to assist you in lightening the load and creating the space you need to progress.
I am trained in EMDR therapy and I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming stress.
I help children, teens, and adults who feel stuck in cycles of trauma, anxiety, or stress. My specialty is EMDR therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps the brain process painful experiences and create lasting relief. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel understood while working toward peace and healing.
I am trained in EMDR therapy and I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming stress.
I help children, teens, and adults who feel stuck in cycles of trauma, anxiety, or stress. My specialty is EMDR therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps the brain process painful experiences and create lasting relief. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel understood while working toward peace and healing.
Current Openings - Virtually or in Prairieville
Life has a way of piling on! Sometimes like a slow leak, or a tidal wave. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t let up, parenting that feels overwhelming, grief that lingers, or a sense that you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Melissa Shaw, LCSW-BACS, Wellness Coach and have 23+ years experience helping people move through life’s real, raw, and often overwhelming seasons. I work with adolescents, college students, men, women, and families by supporting them with compassion, insight, and a sincere belief in their ability to heal and grow.
Current Openings - Virtually or in Prairieville
Life has a way of piling on! Sometimes like a slow leak, or a tidal wave. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t let up, parenting that feels overwhelming, grief that lingers, or a sense that you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Melissa Shaw, LCSW-BACS, Wellness Coach and have 23+ years experience helping people move through life’s real, raw, and often overwhelming seasons. I work with adolescents, college students, men, women, and families by supporting them with compassion, insight, and a sincere belief in their ability to heal and grow.
Kirshla Hingle| Creative Wellness Solutions LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm a licensed counselor with experience in various settings. I offer a warm, creative, and holistic approach to therapy for teens through adulthood. Blending evidence-based practices like CBT with art and expressive techniques, I help clients explore emotions, reduce stress, and gain clarity—especially when words feel limiting. You don’t need to be artistic to benefit; creativity is simply another pathway to healing. My goal is for you to feel heard, safe, and empowered, leaving sessions with insight, motivation, and tools to navigate life with greater balance and confidence.
I'm a licensed counselor with experience in various settings. I offer a warm, creative, and holistic approach to therapy for teens through adulthood. Blending evidence-based practices like CBT with art and expressive techniques, I help clients explore emotions, reduce stress, and gain clarity—especially when words feel limiting. You don’t need to be artistic to benefit; creativity is simply another pathway to healing. My goal is for you to feel heard, safe, and empowered, leaving sessions with insight, motivation, and tools to navigate life with greater balance and confidence.
I’m a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, and I’m here because I truly believe in the power of connection and self-discovery. I’ve worked with individuals of all ages—5 and up—and each person I’ve had the privilege of working with has taught me something new about resilience, hope, and growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or just navigating life’s transitions, I’m here to help you feel understood, supported, & empowered to make meaningful changes. One of the things I value most in therapy is building genuine connections. I believe that real growth happens when we feel truly seen & heard.
I’m a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, and I’m here because I truly believe in the power of connection and self-discovery. I’ve worked with individuals of all ages—5 and up—and each person I’ve had the privilege of working with has taught me something new about resilience, hope, and growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or just navigating life’s transitions, I’m here to help you feel understood, supported, & empowered to make meaningful changes. One of the things I value most in therapy is building genuine connections. I believe that real growth happens when we feel truly seen & heard.
Life is guaranteed to produce problems for you to face and solve. Whatever they may be, you do not have to face them alone. We all need someone else to listen, understand, and guide us when we want to cope better with problems, increase our quality of life, or make important decisions.
Life is guaranteed to produce problems for you to face and solve. Whatever they may be, you do not have to face them alone. We all need someone else to listen, understand, and guide us when we want to cope better with problems, increase our quality of life, or make important decisions.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
Your first session is focused on getting to know you and what brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about your current concerns, your goals, and any relevant background, all at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I’ll ask a few questions to better understand your needs and you’ll have space to ask any questions as well.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
Your first session is focused on getting to know you and what brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about your current concerns, your goals, and any relevant background, all at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I’ll ask a few questions to better understand your needs and you’ll have space to ask any questions as well.
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- Zachary
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.