Out of Network Therapists in Mid-City, New Orleans, LA

Are you dealing with a pattern that is coming up again and again in your life? Do you want to work on communication or navigating conflict in your relationship or marriage? Do you want to work on trauma or grief? We help individuals to heal themselves and their relationships. We help our clients to meet their goals. We have extensive experience with trauma, couples therapy, grief, anxiety and substance abuse / addiction. We also work with the LGBT+ community. Our approach with couples therapy is the Gottman Method. We will work on developing better skills for managing conflict and increasing connection.

The choice of a counselor is an important one. The relationship between a therapist and a client is the foundation for successful therapy. I see therapy as a journey of self discovery. As you gain an better understanding of yourself and your behavior, you will become empowered to cope and deal with situations in healthier ways. My goal for all clients is to help you be the person you want to be - living the life that you choose.

Many of my clients are successful and thriving in ways that people may see on the outside, but their inner experiences of themselves and how they are in relation to the world and the people in their lives are often one of disconnection and dissatisfaction. Many of these feelings come from a variety of sources such as: anxiety, depression, a disordered relationship with food or one's body, and an estranged experience with oneself. People who want to develop a sense of self-awareness and understanding often find working with me beneficial.

Are you having trouble adjusting to changes in your life, such as a loss of a relationship, difficult event, or shifts in career/job? Therapy can be useful in helping individuals cope with stress, and improve relationships with significant others, family members, and self. New Orleans Counseling & Hypnosis Center (NOCHC) values the healing qualities of a strong relationship between client and therapist. At NOCHC we use psycho-education to encourage better coping skills and self-care. NOCHC provides options to incorporate clinical hypnosis into treatment for those that are interested.

Hello and welcome to your journey in becoming your best self. I am a caring, compassionate and professional therapist. I believe therapist are the change agents that guide the therapeutic process while the clients make decisions that will benefit their lives by using their own best judgement. I am here to facilitate the process and witness the growth that will transform your life forever. Thank yourself for the courage to be better.

Please contact me via email for inquiries! Have you seen a few therapists but felt that you were unable to get to the roots of your issues and experience transformational change and lasting relief? I believe that desensitizing the body's threat response creates the internal safety to respond to situations in a healthier way. I work with clients who are looking for new ways to cope with life, and seek to change the behaviors and thinking patterns that are no longer serving them. The way that we think and feel about ourselves has a profound impact on our quality of life and how we work through our problems.

Have you always done what you think you should be doing, only to feel isolated and empty within? Are feelings of shame, guilt, and worry taking over your life? You are not alone in your struggles, and there is help. Together, we can work towards helping you understand your emotional life and its roots while gaining a deeper understanding of who you are. In your journey of life, you’ve taken a step towards change, improving your quality of life and increasing your awareness and understanding of yourself. It took a lot of courage to look for help, and I would consider it a privilege to join you on your journey of healing.

Are you struggling to recognize yourself or the world around you? Perhaps experiences from your past are keeping you tethered in place and you are having trouble moving forward. Maybe you are starting a new chapter in your life after a big transition or life-changing event. Counseling is an excellent place to deep-dive inward, and offers the relief and safety of connection, intention, and a way back to yourself—the free, integrated self you’ve imagined. Counseling can also offer ways to close the uncomfortable gap between your anxious, stressed, current-reality and developing the wholehearted life you desire. Glad you're here!

Welcome to the first steps of your journey to a new, fulfilled & happier life experience. I am honored to work with you to help you achieve your highest potential & to assist you in making positive changes. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not endured. While using the power of your own mind, you can make changes that are lasting & permanent. Hypnosis uses the power of your mind to make those changes. Together, we will work through the problems & develop coping skills to handle life's difficulties. From abuse to stress reduction & much, much more, therapy is the ticket to natural healing & growth.

I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and communities. You have taken a step in the right direction; 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 the 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), a Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) Professional.

I believe that our greatest struggles can prove to be our most important teachers, and invitations to connect to our higher selves. Changing our long standing patterns and holding space of our deepest pain can feel daunting and scary to confront on our own. Yet, with support and guidance, you will find change is possible, and there is hope.

I enjoy following your lead to the topics and concerns that are most pressing for you. I also teach breathing exercises, meditation techniques, visualizations and communication strategies. I use both structured methods like CBT and EMDR and my own intuitive understanding to help you heal. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and grief. For me, therapy is a way of gently holding up a mirror to see our inherent clarity and wisdom that is like the blue sky above the clouds.

From the time I was young, I knew I cared. I cared about people and wanted to help others experience more fulfilling lives and relationships. I didn’t realize at the time that I wanted those experiences for myself as well. My experience growing up in a family where addiction caused great pain led me to my own problematic relationships with people, food, money and religion. Now I care about myself in ways that I never imagined possible before taking those first scary steps into my therapist’s office and asking for help. I experience life and relationships in more rewarding ways than was previously possible for me.

I am a clinical and developmental psychologist who works with young children, adolescents, and adults. I have special interest in post-partum mothers, anxiety reactions, and personality and identity development through life's transitions (parenting, separation, coping with college, new baby, grief, identity crises, major life events, etc.). I work with patients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, attention or learning problems, and those who have experienced traumatic stress or unusual mental symptoms.

I empower individuals and couples to change their perceptions about issues that are unhealthy and assist them in facilitating positive change. I approach therapy with clients from a wellness model (having issues they need assistance managing) as opposed to a medical model (being broken and needing to be fixed). My favorite quote is from Alfred Adler in 1927, "The hardest thing for human beings to do is to know themselves and to change themselves." I enjoy helping clients gain insight that can be helpful to facilitate change in perceptions and ultimately in their lives. I have evenings and weekend availability.