Therapists in Jefferson Parish, LA

As a hard working individual, stressed out and anxious have become your new normal. Every morning, you put on a brave face and smile as you step onto the corporate battle field. There are times that you fly off the handle over the simplest things, and yet can't explain why something so small would get you so bent out of shape. Day by day, the irritation seems to be tightening its grasp. You find yourself losing sleep, wondering if you left any tasks undone. It's becoming impossible to enjoy the activities you love because you are such a tightly wound ball of nerves. Work-life balance is starting to sound like a fairy tale.

I want to help you be your happiest self in the shortest possible amount of time. I want to help you tap into the strengths you already have in order for you to move forward in your life no matter what your issue is. Trauma? Depression? Anxiety? Family issues? I can help you deal with these things and step into the life you imagine for yourself.

Dr. Hernandez & Mrs. Dugar thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to view our profile! Choosing to seek therapy of any form is never an easy decision, but it's a step in the right direction. The choice of choosing a counselor is an important one, but the relationship is even greater. Counseling is a journey between you and the counselor. You are the pilot and your counselor is your co-pilot. Let me be your co-pilot! Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change,and moving forward a better understanding of the self.

With my knowledge from clinical and lived experience I hope to work with clients in the perinatal/ postpartum community and those individuals going through infertility and/or fertility treatments. I deeply value the journey of becoming a parent and through my own experience of grief and loss, I center my practice in knowing that even if the goal is the same, each individual/couple has their own narrative filled with struggles and triumphs. I also enjoy working with artists, creatives, spiritual seekers, and those looking to understand in what ways difficult external situations and trauma have created inner voices that block their

Do you find that you feel stuck, & trapped by feelings of depression, anxiety, fear and loneliness, or like you are constantly emotionally drained? Perhaps your life seems difficult, empty, or flat out falling apart? Or like you have been hijacked by negative thoughts and memories. If so, now may be the time to consider reaching out for help. Each of us struggles with feeling unhappy, frightened and alone from time to time, and change can seem scary and insurmountable. Do not despair, there is help available that will allow you to have a rich relationship with yourself and others, as well as to begin experiencing joy in your life.

Are you feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, anxious, or generally not your best you? Have you experienced difficulty navigating through hard times and sorting through your own thoughts? Allow me to assist in establishing and maintaining a safe space of comfort, without judgment, to find your balance. I support clients in processing the obstacles they face, challenging and strengthening them to identify hidden resources and reflect upon past successes to adapt and grow going forward.

Shari M. Purry is a graduate from Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education & Psychology, Encino, California. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Shari has been a Licensed Counselor in Louisiana since 2015 and Texas since 2023. Shari is also a Adjunct Professor at Upper Iowa University since 2012.

**Evening and weekend appointments available.** Are you wondering if you need therapy? Some people think you need to be in a crisis or have experienced a traumatic event to seek therapy or counseling -- not true! Most often daily living can create enough internal stress that our little inner voice keeps asking “maybe life could be better, if only…”. Listen to that little voice inside you, then call me to help! The decision to seek help can be difficult the first time, and finding the right therapist can be challenging too, but don’t let that stop you from making the most rewarding and beneficial decision you’ll ever make.

Our lives are in chaotic transition. It takes strength to seek guidance through therapeutic relationships that create harmony and balance. My counseling philosophy is person-centered, individualized to meet client needs as we develop goals to create new opportunities for success. I focus on clients with food addiction, binge eating, depression, anxiety, body image, self-esteem and interventions for major life changing events. I counsel clients in all aspects of mental health issues, especially those who struggle with anxiety, depression, obesity and weight. I am passionate about helping clients.

After graduating from Vanderbilt University in 1987, I have enjoyed treating hundreds of clients with OCD. I also offer assistance with Hoarding Disorder and am featured as an expert consultant in nearly 33 episodes of the A&E series HOARDERS. I do not treat out-of-state clients, That is, all clients must live in Louisiana.

Welcome! I commend you for considering this courageous step toward the process of change, growth and healing. I am, also, honored that you would consider inviting me along as your companion. My principal focus is counseling individuals, couples and families who are struggling with a variety of life's challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, separation and divorce, along with many other challenges that occur on our journey through life. Goals for therapy will be developed collaboratively, as, the overall objective of therapy is the successful resolution of issues deemed most important through this collaborative process.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck at a crossroads in your life? Do you find yourself wishing things were different but need a little more support to create positive outcomes? Maybe you’ve been feeling more fear, sadness, stress or worry than you’d like to feel. Maybe deep down you know life could be better and you want some things to change. This is the part of you that is ready for growth and has a desire to live a life with more purpose and less struggle. You can cultivate that life and you don’t have to do it alone. I am here to help you take those next steps successfully and in a way that will lead to change.

I’m Bethany, a dedicated advocate with a passion for empowering women, children, and families in overcoming trauma and navigating life transitions. I primarily work with folks facing a wide range of challenges to reproductive and sexual wellness, including sexual trauma, intimate partner violence, perinatal mental health disorders, birth trauma, and pregnancy loss through termination or miscarriage. Through a person-centered lens, I create a safe space for clients to process their lived experiences and integrate them into their life stories.

I am a licensed master social worker with experience in crisis intervention, domestic violence, anger management and facilitating services for families who experienced grief and trauma. I have counseling experience with adults and children both individual & groups. I utilize evidence based interventions, meeting participants where they are, introducing mindfulness, meditation and various expressions through arts & crafts.

Therapy can be instrumental in approaching and initiating change. Whether you are learning to identify and manage feelings or experiencing general challenges or a major life transition, we will work together to build a positive, therapeutic relationship that will help you accept and validate your authentic self.

As a counselor, I have enjoyed the privilege of working with clients from all walks of life. I have experience providing services for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorder, as well problems related to life changes. I've also received training for domestic violence intervention and treatment, with extensive experience providing services to men seeking help addressing violence within their intimate relationships. I feel that counseling is most effective when the client and the clinician connect in a way that encourages honest feedback and empowerment for the client.

I offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and relaxed environment that will allow you the chance to grow. Individuals are often misunderstood for their actions when they are experiencing intense emotional discomfort. I will work with you with acceptance while offering you a new way to cope and refocus your outlook.

Paramount Concepts and Wellness is concerned with the Whole Wellness of you. The belief is that everyone can experience Whole Health, even when Mental and Physical illness is present. Services of Mental and Physical health are provided to improve, create, restore, maintain or support your well being. ….The PARAMOUNT EXPERIENCES!

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, addressing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family issues, relationships, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, personality disorder, behavioral challenges, etc. I have 16 years of experience providing intensive outpatient counseling to individuals and groups. I strongly believe that counseling is a partnership between the therapist and the client, designed to arrive at the needed objectives and goals. Whereas the therapist has skills and training, the client is always the expert on themselves and their families. Only through working together with regard for the dignity and worth of each individual can challenges be alleviated and strengths enhanced.