Therapists in New Orleans, LA

I work with clients who want to live meaningful, satisfying lives in the context of their relationships--with their own selves, with significant others and in their careers. I use a variety of methods in the context of the collaborative therapeutic relationship. I emphasize treating the whole person, not just the symptom, in a safe environment. I work well with clients who believe that "the examined life" is the best life to live. One of the major goals of psychotherapy is to help clients identify and to change self defeating behaviors."

It is my mission to provide ethical and meaningful counseling services to those who are willing and ready to take the pathway selfward, to engage in a process of healing and improving one’s life and relationships. Even though I don't yet know you or what has brought you here, I do know that the very thing that brought you here is the key to your growth and healing. Whether it's suffering from negative thoughts, relational stress, experiencing chaos, numbness, rage, anxiety, depression, addiction, or feeling haunted from the past, that very thing has you here searching for change.

I have been providing psychotherapy to clients in my private practice, hospital environments and college environments for over 25 years. I received my PhD from Tulane University and formerly held an adjunct professor position at Tulane. I help individuals discover resiliency, confidence, meaning and coping skills in the face of life transitions. Whether you face relationship issues, career difficulties, adjustment to high school or college, professional development, or if you are facing a challenging situation, I can provide help and support. My office is located within walking distance of Tulane and Loyola University.

You spend most of your energy shining a light on the needs of others, leaving your own experience in the shadows. As a helper or healer, you pour yourself out to others in your work (and most likely at home as well). You do what you do because you have a vision for a better world, but the daily reality of taking on the cares of others leaves you feeling numb and detached - or constantly on alert and unable to relax. Call it anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm - the bottom line is that it sucks the creativity, compassion, joy right out of you. A more balanced life IS possible, and I can help.

Hello and congratulations on having the self care and courage to consider counseling. I use a holistic approach, believing that wellness of the mind, body, and spirit are equally important. Using this approach, I work with clients with a variety of goals and needs. I can help you address relationship issues, family of origin issues, trauma, grief, and personal growth, while incorporating the use of mind body skills (such as breathing, meditation, guided imagery, etc.) when appropriate. My practice includes work with individuals, couples, and groups.

I am a LCSW with 6+ years of experience working with both adolescents and adults. I received a BA from UNO and my MSW from Tulane in 2009. I have inpatient and outpatient experience with adults who have suffered from mood and personality disorders; and with adolescents with self esteem issues and poor coping skills. I specialize specifically in treating depression and anxiety disorders in both adolescents and adults. I am also a trained doula/birth specialist and offer therapy to women who are seeking support in pre/postpartum phases.

It is my belief that therapy is a collaborative effort between client and counselor. Therefore, during our sessions we will work together to define your goals, illuminate critical issues, and explore specific patterns of behavior, emotions, and feelings. Our work together begins as we sift through your past and present relationships, family dynamics, and important life themes. As a resource for processing, I can offer you insight, suggestions, and encouragement towards achieving your goals. I believe that if you understand the feelings behind your beliefs you will achieve clarity to make different choices. Together we will develop strategies to faciltate change.

My ideal client is anyone who desires to have a healthy life. Their needs include coping skills, processing traumatic events, and moving beyond any anxieties and fears. Their goals include living a life unimpacted by mental health issues. They want a life of freedom from mental health challenges that have prevented them from becoming the person they desire to be and living the life they desire to live.

Call or Email Larry Hayes for a consultation now - Qualifications * Years in Practice: 25+ * School:Southern University at New Orleans * Year Graduated: 1986 * License No. and State: 3184 LA. Finances * Avg Cost (per session): $80 - $100 * Sliding Scale: Yes Payments : Cash, Check, Insurance Plans: Magellan Health Services, IBH, BlueCrossBlueShield, TriCare, Wellcom, United Health Care, Mental Health Network, Ullance Behavior Health Value Options, United New Directions Health Care, Medicare and Medicaid, Treating * Loss or Grief * Self Esteem * Trauma and PTSD: * Bipolar Disorder *Adoptions Personality Disorders * Gender: *Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19) * Adults * Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) * Family/Marital Therapy *

There are times in all our lives when we feel overwhelmed by circumstances or have emotional struggles. During these times it is vital that we are able to talk to someone who is non-judgmental and empathetic; that we enter into a trusting, confidential, therapeutic relationship. In this relationship we will work together to make positive change so that you may have a more productive, fulfilling and happier life.

Taking care of your mental health is important for fostering a life with more success and happiness. There are times in our lives where things seem unmanageable with no solution. Given the proper tools, we all have the ability to overcome difficult situations in life. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in understanding and overcoming the obstacles that you face, and develop solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals.

Feeling stuck? Your relationship can be more than getting through each day. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore the changes you envision for yourself and your relationships. Change can be scary; we will build off the strengths and resources you already have to make change feel possible. I see therapy as a collaboration between counselor and clients. My role is to provide evidence based practices that allow you both to remain hopeful throughout the process of achieving the changes you each desire.

I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and communities. You have taken a step in the right direction; I know that reaching out for help can be challenging and overwhelming. I am here to provide compassion and empathy as you journey through the muddy waters of life and take steps toward growth, healing, and wellness. I am here to support you through a process of understanding the reasons that led you to therapy. I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Certified as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).

Krystal Vaughn, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Registered Play Therapy-Supervisor who specializes in child and adolescents. As an Associate Professor at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans she enjoys teaching as well as providing clinical services. Her research interests are supervision, play therapy, and mental health consultation.

My intention as a therapist is to create a reflective space and to bring you clarity and support. We will explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and together we will consider whether they are working for you. We will expand your awareness of your personal processes and protective patterns, both internally and in relationships and how these play out in your mind and body. With this deeper understanding of your self, we will shift perspective and create more opportunity for choice. My role is to facilitate the removal of barriers that prevent connection to your self and others through a systemic and interpersonal approach.