Couples Counseling Therapists in Metairie, LA

Before you give up on your present relationship , let me help you to learn skills that create safety and security in communication. You can find new pathways to heal instead of hurting your partner or yourself. You can experience a renewed sense of aliveness and intimacy in your relationship . I specialize in marriage/ relationship /and family counseling. I work with adolescents and adults who would like to improve their communication skills in their relationships at home or work/school.

How engaged are you with life? How do you relate to those around you? These are questions I explore with my clients by allowing our relationship to guide the process. As Irvin Yalom very well stated, "Therapy should not be theory driven, but relationship driven." I am a firm believer of this sentiment; and will accompany you on what I believe is an on-going journey towards self-growth. Through a therapeutic relationship that is safe, genuine, and caring; I aim to guide my client towards insight that makes a path towards change, understanding, and/or acceptance more feasible.

I have been a psychotherapist for 25 years. I see adults and adolescents. I do not see children, 11 and under. Psychotherapy works best when the process seeks change. The focus of change needs to be delineated through a collaborative relationship between therapist and client. As a Ph.D. I understand the importance of applying evidence based methods and staying updated in relation to the current state of knowledge. This underlies your effectiveness as a therapist. Fees are reasonable and customary. I am on most major insurance panels. My office is in a safe location. I am the sole occupant.

Every client is unique, special, and deserves the best services available on the market. Due to the unique needs of the client, I form a system that will show immediate growth potential and allow the client to better understand the root causes of what is troubling them. My system is simple, every experience you live through shapes you into who you are today, just as your experiences can shape you, together we can retake control and reshape you into your best self! I specialize in trauma, grief, couples , and family based counseling. I am confident that with the right attitude and proper support, together we can achieve anything.

I work best with healthy people who want to take their life, relationships, goals etc to the next level. I prefer clients who are committed to honesty and enjoy exploring their fullest potential.I use many different types of therapy including Gestalt therapy. Gestalt therapists work on helping to reprogram self-sabotaging patterns and belief systems. This work can be applied to improving relationships, health, motivation, goal achievement, and self-actualization. It is a very gentle process and results are fast and dynamic! I am also trained in Psychedelic harm reduction and integration.

Kelly’s intention as a therapist is to create and maintain a trusting, reflective environment in which her clients can explore their cognitions, behaviors, feelings, and values. Kelly works from a person-centered approach, with the understanding that all clients and their experiences are unique. Kelly also considers the “systems” in which each individual is a part of. Together with her clients, Kelly will help expand the individual’s awareness of their identity and how each experience has influenced their mental health. Kelly believes that the therapeutic relationship is the most significant component of the healing process.

We work with adults and couples to assist people with choosing solutions that help them improve their relationships by changing their behavior. We help clients look at their situations and problems as opportunities to explore their choices to work toward staying on track by meeting their goals in order to enhance their lives. We aid people in finding solutions for their problems instead of focusing only on the problem. This is a clinical outpatient setting and we help clients address all disorders listed in the Diagnostic Statistical Manual, 5th Edition - Text Revision (DSM-5-TR).

Living life to its fullest and achieving true happiness is something that you deserve. Many people struggle with depression, anxiety, issues with their identity, and traumatic events that hold them back from achieving the most from life. I believe that in working together with the client through challenging negative thought proccesses, identifying problem behaviors and problem areas, and searching for the ideal place that a person wants in life, we can successfully get you to that healthy and happy place that rewards you on a daily basis.

Feeling stuck, out of sorts, off balance? Maybe you have an issue you'd like to tackle or have no idea why you are feeling this way. I believe you are the expert and view the counseling relationship as one of team work based in trust, understanding, support, and safety, allowing you to explore, define, and navigate life's challenges while developing and realizing goals for an authentic or improved life.

Hi, I’m Eric. I believe the foundation of helpful therapy is a trusting and supportive relationship . I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients are encouraged to gain self-awareness, while honoring the strengths and values each person brings with them. A process of exploration into your own experience - of thought, emotion, sensation, and behavior - can empower a greater ability to make conscious, creative choices toward personally meaningful change for a more fulfilling life. Gradually, this process can transform the way you relate to yourself, others, and the world.

Welcome, you've made the first step on your journey to find meaning in your life. I recognize that one does not become human without experiencing pain, challenges, or feeling stuck! I would love to provide a safe and confidential environment where you can authentically be you and help you find meaning in your life!

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.

I am skilled in helping the client with issues of anxiety, depression. and most relationship issues. Assisting them and empowering them through the transitions of modern life. As a member of The No Abuse Coalition, I am approved as a Duluth specialist in anger management and domestic violence counseling for the court systems in the surrounding parishes. Healthy relationship skills can make a difference in the harmony in our lives. I enjoy working with couples to restore and enhance their love relationship . As a nonanxious presence, I will be there with you to process your thoughts and feelings

Navigating adversity while maintaining self-compassion can be difficult. I strive to provide person centered care to individuals, families and couples . My approach to therapy is individualized, with consideration of the uniqueness of each client's preferences and needs. I utilize trauma informed care with traditional therapeutic methods such as solution focused therapy. I received my Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University and my Master’s in Social Work from Southern University at New Orleans. My office is conveniently located in Metairie, and I offer virtual/telehealth appointments.

Teletherapy in Florida, Mississippi & Louisiana. In-person in Louisiana. Everyone has a story, difficult situations we've encountered, things we don't like about ourselves, relationship struggles, and things we want to change or do better. Also, we all want to be heard and understood. I think this is one of the most important things in counseling, along with having a strong client/counselor relationship . I offer nonjudgmental, down-to-earth counseling to help clients identify their objectives and goals, while developing a treatment plan to achieve same.

I work collaboratively with each unique individual, providing safety and support to encourage growth and change. I believe for counseling to be effective, a sound therapeutic relationship should be established and each client treated with respect and dignity. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Additional areas of expertise include anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, self harm, and trauma related disorders. I also offer coaching to parents on behavioral interventions and assertive parenting.

Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly believe that the fundamental relationship between a client and counselor is to foster openness, trust, and personal growth.