Child Therapists in New Orleans, LA
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B. Gerard Woodrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified
My practice caters to all individuals,
children
, family, or couples.
Hello, thank you for visiting my page. Therapy is a very intimate yet necessary process in order to change negative dynamics in life. I approach therapy through engagement and fostering relationships. My approach is conversational, positive, and process based. I cater to individuals struggling with the realities of their life. Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
Kenneth Schmitt
Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S
Verified
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help
children
deal with a variety of concerns including anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues (home and school) and low self-esteem.
CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. As a therapist, it is my belief that everyone deserves to have a safe empathic, non- judgmental environment to which they can begin to better understand themselves and others. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change and eventually, a better understanding of one's self. This process is a collaboration to discover the desired lifestyle and happiness we all want. I offer a non judgmental warm supportive environment to help my clients process and express themselves.
Kati Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified
I utilize Play Therapy with
children
because Play therapy is to
children
what counseling is to adults.
I would describe myself as an intuitive, and nurturing therapist. I provide non-judgmental counseling filled with unconditional positive regard, and I focus on my clients' overall personal growth and wellness, not just the identified problem. I believe in incorporating the healing power of play and laughter into counseling regardless of client age. I also concentrate on helping my clients to acknowledge their daily progress and to challenge their beliefs about their need for perfection. I am a dedicated therapist and I believe that all of my clients and their needs are unique and worthy of respect and individualized treatment.
Earline W Osborne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAC, MEd
Verified
While we work with all clients, We specialize in working with
children
/adolescences and their families.
Are you having a hard time moving on with your life due to high anxiety, depression, relationship or other issues? E. W. Osborne & Associates, LLC can help you to get out of the state of being stuck. We can help you to meet life's challenges one session at a time. Give us a call if you are ready to make a change for the better. We would love to hear from you.
Katherine Aucoin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Is your
child
or teen feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and worry? Are they feeling depressed, disconnected, and lonely? Are they struggling with inattention, behavior problems, or academics? I want to help them feel ready for whatever life throws at them next, thriving at school, enjoying the things they love to do, comfortable with others, and connected to the people closest to them. I am a Licensed Developmental Psychologist with over 15 years of experience assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, behavior problems, social difficulties, parent-
child
relationships, and other common challenges
children
and teens face today.
Mimi H Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Orleans. I strongly believe that a developmental perspective is important when working with clients in therapy. A young
child
practicing social skills and working to connect with peers, a
child
entering adolescence and exploring his identity, or a parent with a new baby all represent life transitions that are part of the normal developmental landscape.
Virginia Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Whether you're struggling with relationship issues, anxiety or depressive symptoms, or your
child
is exhibiting worrisome behaviors, there are many ways help you or your loved ones .
Are you currently going through struggles in life or hitting some obstacles? Well it's normal and it happens to all of us from childhood through adulthood. The important question is, how are you coping? Sometimes without being aware of it, we develop destructive coping mechanisms by masking or shoving things down. As a therapist of 24 years, I can help guide you, your
child
, teen or family in learning new, healthier tools to live a more functional, enhanced and fulfilling life. And improve relationships too! If you are looking for effective help and support through a troubling situation, allow yourself to reach out.
Frank Wilfred Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified
I specialize working with
children
, adolescents, and young adults issues.
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.
Krystal M Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S
Verified
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.
Maretae C. Wright
Counselor, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified
Hello. I am a PLPC with a passion for working with
children
, adolescents, and individuals struggling with trauma either current or past. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their emotions, avoidances, recurring patterns, and past and present experiences and relationships. I strive to provide a listening and empathic presence, encourage interpretation and insight to work through presenting problems to achieve your desired goal(s). My hope is that my creative, caring, and straight forward approach to therapy provides a therapeutic relationship that allows you to feel welcomed, supported, and heard.
Allison Palmisano PsyD, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Come in for an initial parent session and I’ll conduct a thorough interview of your
child
’s history.
I specialize in play therapy and working with families through big changes and big feelings. You've been through big life changes recently, too, and you're not feeling your best. You are having difficulty coping yourself, and you don't know how to talk to your kid(s) about their feelings. You just want your kids to be ok, but you’re not sure what is the best way to address the problem.
Mark Schexnaildre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
If your
child
has behavioral problems, I can help. A native of Lafayette, La., I joined the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans directly following my clinical internship at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, where I trained in
child
and family therapy at the world-renowned Kennedy Krieger Institute. I completed my doctoral work at LSU, where I studied resilience and personal growth in young people following Hurricane Katrina. I use these skills to help
children
and families develop positive interactions and better relationship skills. I can also help people of all ages overcome depression and other personal issues.
Demetra L Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT, NCC
Verified
I have a passion and expertise for working with
children
by the use of play therapy to help
children
prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.
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.
Shawn M Allen-Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
I work with
children
and adults using Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, Reality Therapy, and other evidenced-based techniques as they fit clients' needs.
Struggling with finding your true voice? Hesitant in making the best decisions for yourself? Spending too much time worrying about what others think or what they'd expect of you? Take a deep breath... Life is complicated. Balancing work, family, relationships, living life for others can overshadow living for oneself. It's not selfish, it's selfcare. It's important to take the time to address your personal needs and often caring for others can get in the way of doing so. Through a Therapeutic Alliance, Counseling creates a space where sorting through life's challenges and establishing balance becomes possible.
Alexis Y. Mueller
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified
Looking to make meaning in a time of confusion? Feeling isolated, a lack of purpose, lost, or in conflict with yourself and others? I can help in a safe platform either over the phone or online at the HIPAA compliant platform doxy.me. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a PhD in counselor education who works with individuals, couples, and
children
to manage anxiety, depression, grief, and adjustment issues. I would love to discuss starting the the counseling process with you and/or your loved ones. After all of this, I will be back at my Mid-City office in New Orleans!
Kiosha J Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LPC, MA, TMHT
Verified
I offer Teletherapy Counseling for those who prefer to seek professional help for adults,
children
, couples or families.
Let Intuitive Counseling, LLC help you find your inner you! If you are reading this you are probably seeking a judgement-free environment and a safe place to express yourself and your emotions. A place where you can come to an understanding of who you truly are and what it means to make healthy life decisions void of dysfunctional thinking. I truly believe the answers we are all searching for are within us; however due to trauma, dysfunction, or malfunctioning in thinking some of us need assistance in finding our inner voice.
Deatrice M Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, RPT
Verified
I also specialize in working with younger
children
/adolescents and empowering parents for better family dynamics.
Therapy involves collaborating together to identify your strengths and to develop effective solutions to the issues, patterns, thoughts and actions you are experiencing in your life. I strive to provide clarification, encouragement, interpretation and information to facilitate you working toward your desired goals. Our emphasis will be on here-and-now choices to re-orient yourself to the present rather than just exploring the past. We all have an underlying drive to reach our maximum potential; I see therapy as a tool for uncovering that drive and finding self-actualization and my role is to encourage you in that exploration.
Gabrielle Morgan
Counselor, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified
I am a PLPC with a passion for working with
children
, adolescents, and individuals struggling with trauma. I believe that through a combination of expressive arts and talk therapy clients can achieve positive growth and healing. I hope my energetic and creative approach to therapy provides an environment where you feel welcomed, supported, and understood. I strive to consider your unique perspective and needs throughout the process of change, by implementing various therapy modalities. My goal is to collaborate with you to help you feel empowered, supported, and encouraged throughout the therapeutic process.
Katie Sporer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified
I bring my experience with
children
, adults, families, and couples to help you navigate the complexities of your internal life, as well as the stressors you encounter day to day.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. I believe that everyone is entitled to a rich, healthy, and fulfilling inner life. One that serves you as you move through life's challenges, and also encourages you to celebrate the victories. Developing and nurturing the tools to reveal your truest potential is what I believe to be a core tenet of the therapeutic process. With the right set of proven tools and support, you truly can begin the work to achieve your goals.
Kathryn Sinclair Lanier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified
Does your
child
or teen have social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties? Do you have parenting or family challenges? Does your household need a reset in how you’re getting along? I can help! I prescriptively use humanistic therapies: client-centered, solution focused, existential, transactional, gestalt, and play therapies.
CLIENTS: tots, kids, teens... and their parents too! ISSUES: social, emotional, behavioral, academics, parenting, and family functioning. GOALS: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-acceptance, autonomy. HOW: Working from a firm foundation of respect for the dignity of the individual in the client-therapist relationship, I help clients develop mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. By providing a safe, confidential, warm and empathetic counseling experience, my clients' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored, understood, and improved so life can be enjoyed once again.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in New Orleans, LA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in New Orleans build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in New Orleans build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.