Therapists in Monroe, LA

For me, counseling is an exciting, yet challenging process with a goal of positive change. I will collaborate with you to establish appropriate and achievable goals to help you improve your life in a number of contexts. I believe that only you can choose your path. We will work together to achieve your goals through a variety of different interventions. I strive to maintain an open, honest, and empowering relationship to serve as a vehicle for change. It is my hope that counseling will provide you with a safe place for self-exploration. You are the expert in your life and I will help in finding the solutions that work best for you.

Utilizing a collaborative approach, I’m passionate about helping Individuals develop and embrace a strong sense of autonomy. I firmly believe that only you can give yourself permission to live the life you desire. I work alongside you to restructure negative thoughts and behaviors in effort to increase confidence, self-awareness, and control over one's own life. Throughout the therapeutic process, I maintain that the client is the expert of themselves. I promote open dialogue and demonstrate unconditional positive regards towards all. ​

There are so many obstacles life can throw at you. It is exhausting, crippling, and overwhelming. It can leave you feeling like you are caught in a tidal wave and drowning. How do you get to a place where you feel like you can breathe again? Take my hand and let me help pull you out of the crashing waves. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to speak freely in. I believe in establishing caring, trustworthy relationships with my clients. Through love, compassion, and understanding we can work together to conquer the struggles that are impacting your life. You are not alone in this.

Are you living the best version of "you"? Is what you are doing each day working to build a better life? What's holding you back from changing? These are questions I might ask during our first session. I approach therapy from a collaborative viewpoint. Together the client and therapist will build a therapeutic relationship that will produce positive solutions. I also encourage the client to become mentally and physically empowered by recognizing and changing their unconscious thoughts and ideas.

Thomas C. Estis, Ph.D. holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Social Work from Jackson State University and a Master of Arts in Substance Abuse Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana - Monroe; Dr. Estis’ credentials include national and state licensure: NCC, LPC, LPC-S , LMFT-BAS, LAC, and ICADC; Witnessing families in crisis for years prior to the addicted person entering treatment or recovery, Dr. Estis’ clinical research focuses the crisis necessary for the addicted person(s) to embrace treatment and ultimately recovery. Dr. Estis’ experiences spans more than two decades of personal and family counseling, speaking engagements including state and national level and COA background. Dominant therapeutic approaches include Gestalt and Existential Therapy which affords a holistic and spiritual roadmap for correlating the spiritual awakening stressed in the Twelve (12) Steps Recovery Programs. You can recovery if you are willing to do the work to achieve the results.

Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.

With over a decade experience with working in counseling, I have the skills needed to address concerns ranging from depression and anxiety, family concerns, weight loss with a focus on coping skills and addictive traits, to marital problems from connection to affair recovery. I am dedicated to working with clients to maximize change and increase overall life satisfaction using a short-term mindset. I believe that everyone has hurdles in life, but we all possess the potential for fulfillment and happiness. Through structured treatment planning with clients, I work on a direction that is both beneficial and mutually agreed upon.

I have experience working with clients of ages 7 and up and provide counseling to couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, phase of life problems, anger, and those seeking better ways to handle life's difficulties. I work with motivated clients who are looking to change their current situations and improve the quality of their life.

I work with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of struggles including anxiety, depression, communication issues, relationship problems, grief, loss and many others. I believe the client is the expert in their own life and I am simply a tool to help facilitate a healing process. I have a drive to help people see through the darkness life can create by fostering a safe environment built on trust, empathy and understanding.

We are a private practice Counseling Center in West Monroe, La. We have 10 Counselors as well as a Registered Dietician who practice in our West Monroe office. Please see the photo gallery and check out our website to learn more about each of them and their specialties. All of our Counselors are highly trained and experienced Mental Health Professionals who are ready to walk alongside you during difficult times and bring Hope, Healing, and Restoration to your life!

Thrive: to grow, develop, succeed. It is to prosper; to flourish. To be your best self. Sometimes the first step of just reaching out is the hardest. Life throws us seasons where we do not recognize ourselves and feel lost and alone in our struggles and hardships. Our new report suggests that 36% of all Americans—including 61% of young adults and 51% of mothers with young children—feel “serious loneliness.” I believe that we are meant to thrive and find joy in life and that self care is an integral part in that. I enjoy sharing practical knowledge and skills so others can experience an immediate benefit during life’s challeng

I have experience working with clients of ages 4 and up and provide counseling to individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, phase of life problems, anger, and those seeking better ways to handle life's difficulties. I work with motivated clients who are looking to change their current situations and improve the quality of their life. I tailor my approach to your specific needs; there are many helpful paths but we will work together to find the one that fits best for you to reach your goals.

Welcome! Although social media posts often appear happy and fun, the truth is that many young adults are struggling to adapt during this period of their lives. Transitions are hard! I believe that with proper tools and support everyone is capable of thriving! Thrive: to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.

Are you tired of feeling stressed, not taking care of yourself, issues at work, bad relationships, kids all over the place, distant learning, grief, gender identity, class, and race issues? Well look no further, Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC provides a safe place to listen and truly assist our clients with achieving their goals using psychotherapy. Now, this will not be a pity party but a revelation party to help you come out of your situation for a new YOU. In addition, we provide services in Louisiana, Virginia, Maryland, and District of Columbia. We are open with no Wait list.

When humans experience trauma, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have experienced trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves.

My primary focus is working with men, women, and couples. With that focus, I’ve had experience working with substance and process addictions, eating disorders, professionals, other compulsive or problematic behaviors, and general mental health struggles, such as anxiety or depression. My passion is working with those struggling with healthy intimacy, appropriate attachment, and relational issues. Just with those three things can come so much confusion, hurt, and sadness. With help and growth, there can be healing, hope, and strength. I believe while we often get hurt in relationships, we can also be healed in relationships.