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

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.

While using traditional talk therapy, I also incorporate teaching and interactive cognitive restructuring into sessions. I commonly utilize breathe work and other non traditional techniques into therapy. I allow the client to guide the session and their own work, but do not hold back observations about client's thought patterns and potential for growth. I treat all clients with unconditional positive regard and allow them to adapt within their own limits and social dynamics. Clients should always feel as though they have learned skills relevant to daily life.

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!

I will help you identify your strengths and develop effective solutions to the issues, patterns, thoughts and actions you are experiencing in your life. I like to use humor regularly in my sessions and I take every possible measure to ensure that my office is safe for you to laugh, cry or express anger as needed freely. I see counseling as a process in which I and my clients will build a trusting relationship that will allow us to work together, explore and process present and past situations.

I work with children ages 3-13 and I work with caregivers too. I believe in the therapeutic power of the relationship between the therapist and the client. When you are ready to embark on your counseling journey, it is important you feel comfortable with your potential therapist. I offer individual and family sessions at this time. I also provide parenting sessions regularly when working with children. I believe parents are my roadmap when it comes to working with children, so collaboration with parents and caregivers is important!

“People only seriously consider change when they feel accepted for exactly who they are.” -Carl Rogers. Of the concerns that bring folks to therapy, the ability to find someone understanding is most important. I utilize a Person in Environment (PIE) and strengths-based framework. This means understanding and appreciating how one’s environment impacts their life as well as the individual qualities one possesses to create change. My theoretical orientation includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and feminist theory. My values include compassion, persistence, and authenticity.

Most of my clients are ordinary people who have been sexually abused as children or adults, or are from alcoholic families, or are struggling with alcoholism in their current life. They may be having difficulty adjusting to changing circumstaaances in their lives due to divorce or loss of a family member or friend. Many of my clients are experiencing depression or anxiety or chronic worry.

Working toward a fulfilling life, while facing obstacles, can be hard. We all, at some point, find ourselves lost and stuck. I work collaboratively with clients to help them get through those stuck moments, to choose a direction, and to take steps toward the lives they really want. My methods are grounded in the proven Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which incorporates mindfulness and behavior-change strategies. ACT focuses on learning to live fully, even when painful things threaten to slow us down. I am also trained in several trauma-based approaches, including EMDR.

My ideal clients are those who are seeking to be the best versions of themselves. They are looking for an empowering and inspiring partner to begin their transformative journey. Each client brings their own unique experiences, gifts, issues, strengths, and goals to treatment. Clients often come to me feeling "stuck" or "stagnated, others may be grappling with career, relationship or health issues, while some are seeking a "shift" or a re-direction. No matter what their journey, I am supportive and nurturing without enabling and we will act together as a team.

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.

I’m a warm, affirming, compassionate, and open-minded therapist who creates a non-judgmental safe space for individuals and couples from all cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds. I utilize new ideas and techniques to address negative thoughts & behaviors that are impacting clients' life. Cutting-Edge Counseling Services offers confidential in-person and online (telehealth) mental health counseling for teens, adults, and couples experiencing issues such as bipolar, grief, psychosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, couple’s & family conflict, male issues, anger management, gender & Identity issues, or pre/post incarceration.

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.

I am a licensed Professional Counselor and a Qualified Family and Divorce Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator. I received my Master's degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College and my mediation training through The Mediation Institute. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I also work with families and couples.

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.

Hello! I specialize in complex stress and trauma (CPTSD), & other issues rooted in early life experiences and family of origin. I also specialize in inner critic work, anxiety, guilt, shame, depression, religious trauma, & spiritual issues. With a diverse background in the study of religion, creative writing, and psychology, I bring a unique and creative perspective to the counseling process. I use a collaborative, holistic approach to help you transform those parts of yourself that feel stuck in the past and to rewrite the narrative of your life. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward self acceptance and discovery.

My treatment approach is to help clients gain insight and increase awareness in those areas of their lives that most need attention. Clients learn to identify the unconscious forces holding them back from being all that they are intended to be and to challenge and eventually replace the self-destructive beliefs and messages that have guided their thoughts, feelings and behavior. I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.

Clients who work best with me are curious and open. They're ready for a deep dive in self-discovery in order to ditch the old patterns that hold them back. Many of my clients are currently (or prepping for) exploring ethical non-monogamy. Others may be navigating big life changes, like pregnancy, graduating college, or a big move. My clients are eager to feel confident, fulfilled, and fully alive. Together, we will navigate towards stability, confidence, and excitement in your life and relationships!

We all have problems, habits and "quirks" of personality and wonder sometimes when life gets rough, whether we need therapy or if it would be a good option. When life is getting on top of you, when you begin to feel strong emotions that you didn't know that you had, when you feel lost or hopeless or just want to reach your full potential, then give yourself a chance to seek a new solution. I can help. I believe that each individual is creative and unique and that there is no "one" way to be happy or live life. I now offer EMDR via Telehealth.

Asking for help is difficult, sometimes overwhelming. Most people are touched by anxiety, depression, relationship issues and even addiction at some point in their lives, either within themselves or a family member. I create a safe, relaxing and inviting space for you to begin dealing with these difficult, but treatable issues. Many people, particularly men, are socialized to ignore or never discuss their innermost feelings and worries. College students often struggle with questions about whom they are and whom they want to become. Parents often feel powerless to help their children. Together, we can work toward achieving your goals.