Infidelity Therapists in Ruston, LA
Bossier Mental and Sexual Health Development
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, CST, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
Individual or relational topics which can include; Sexual orientation, Asexuality, gender identity/expression, Loss of desire, satisfaction, Desire discrepancy, Erection/ejaculation struggles, Orgasm, anorgasmia, pain concerns, Out-of-control sexual behaviors, Relationship issues/conflicts, Infidelity and recovery, LGBTQIA needs & concerns, sex after .
*****AASECT CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST***Sex, Intimacy & Sexuality related concerns can feel like the most uncomfortable and misunderstood areas of a couple/ person's life. All too often shame and guilt regarding our sexual lives can creep in and further deter us from seeking help. You are in the right place. Using a Sex Positive approach to desire, connection and relationship I can help with a broad spectrum of Sexual health & Development needs. We can collaborate on those “Hard to talk about issues”, explore how to prioritize pleasure and decipher Sexual dynamics that may be rooted in past or present wounds. Together we can address-
Individual or relational topics which can include; Sexual orientation, Asexuality, gender identity/expression, Loss of desire, satisfaction, Desire discrepancy, Erection/ejaculation struggles, Orgasm, anorgasmia, pain concerns, Out-of-control sexual behaviors, Relationship issues/conflicts, Infidelity and recovery, LGBTQIA needs & concerns, sex after .
*****AASECT CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST***Sex, Intimacy & Sexuality related concerns can feel like the most uncomfortable and misunderstood areas of a couple/ person's life. All too often shame and guilt regarding our sexual lives can creep in and further deter us from seeking help. You are in the right place. Using a Sex Positive approach to desire, connection and relationship I can help with a broad spectrum of Sexual health & Development needs. We can collaborate on those “Hard to talk about issues”, explore how to prioritize pleasure and decipher Sexual dynamics that may be rooted in past or present wounds. Together we can address-
Center for Counseling & Psychological Resources
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
CCPR offers services for clients who may be dealing with a variety of issues. We want to treat the whole client, to understand your personal, family, professional, and social needs and goals so we can tailor services that are personalized for you. Clients are not all the same to us, and we feel that your individuality and personality should determine the kind of environment you need from your counselor. Our licensed psychologists offer an array of assessments for adults and children that enhance our ability to efficiently and effectively address your specific needs.
CCPR offers services for clients who may be dealing with a variety of issues. We want to treat the whole client, to understand your personal, family, professional, and social needs and goals so we can tailor services that are personalized for you. Clients are not all the same to us, and we feel that your individuality and personality should determine the kind of environment you need from your counselor. Our licensed psychologists offer an array of assessments for adults and children that enhance our ability to efficiently and effectively address your specific needs.
Strategic Counseling Solutions (Ruston)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
We are a private practice Counseling Center in Ruston, La. We have 6 Counselors who practice in our Ruston office and 1 who offers Telehealth only services. We also have a Registered Dietician offering Nutritional Assessments and Counseling. 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!
We are a private practice Counseling Center in Ruston, La. We have 6 Counselors who practice in our Ruston office and 1 who offers Telehealth only services. We also have a Registered Dietician offering Nutritional Assessments and Counseling. 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!
Ryan Neal Forbes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
Waitlist for new clients
I am interested in helping you become the best person you can be...for yourself and for your family. I want to help you accept and grow from your past experiences and improve your future. My practice is focused on High impact individuals who have discovered that their past or present is potentially impacting their future. I am looking for clients who are ready to act and are committed to change. Ready to move themselves to another level of success while also maintaining relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to work towards a common goal.
I am interested in helping you become the best person you can be...for yourself and for your family. I want to help you accept and grow from your past experiences and improve your future. My practice is focused on High impact individuals who have discovered that their past or present is potentially impacting their future. I am looking for clients who are ready to act and are committed to change. Ready to move themselves to another level of success while also maintaining relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to work towards a common goal.
Ida A Chauvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ruston, LA 71270
I believe good mental health is a part of your overall health and wellness. Imagine carrying a back pack that is heavy with loss, sadness, anger, guilt, stress, depression, anxiety or any other difficult emotion in response to your life. It may seem unbearable. When problems accumulate, stress can seem insurmountable. My career as a professor of Clinical Mental Health professionals and years of experience in helping others serves to help clients manage those overwhelming issues. My personal goal is to assist you by offering therapeutic interventions that will help you lighten your back pack. Therapy can be life changing.
I believe good mental health is a part of your overall health and wellness. Imagine carrying a back pack that is heavy with loss, sadness, anger, guilt, stress, depression, anxiety or any other difficult emotion in response to your life. It may seem unbearable. When problems accumulate, stress can seem insurmountable. My career as a professor of Clinical Mental Health professionals and years of experience in helping others serves to help clients manage those overwhelming issues. My personal goal is to assist you by offering therapeutic interventions that will help you lighten your back pack. Therapy can be life changing.
Shannon Boyce (Choosing Change Counseling LLC.)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, BCST, BCCH
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
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.
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.
Beth P Vetrano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
I enjoy working with clients in a variety of formats,including individually,couples,families and children. I am trained in EMDR and play therapy. Most recently I have been trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). ART uses imagery rescripting and memory reconsolidation to alter negative emotions and sensations associated with pain or trauma,in as few as 1-5 sessions. I have experience helping clients with a variety of issues such as depression,anxiety,marriage,self-esteem and divorce.
I enjoy working with clients in a variety of formats,including individually,couples,families and children. I am trained in EMDR and play therapy. Most recently I have been trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). ART uses imagery rescripting and memory reconsolidation to alter negative emotions and sensations associated with pain or trauma,in as few as 1-5 sessions. I have experience helping clients with a variety of issues such as depression,anxiety,marriage,self-esteem and divorce.
Shawn M Downhour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
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 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.
Shimika B Daniels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270 (Online Only)
Growing up watching my grandmother struggle daily with mental illness, I naturally grew to have a heart for helping other people. I have spent the last decade of my life in the helping community and I believe that it is my life’s purpose to help people actualize the life they wish to have. I explain my position as a therapist by saying this to my clients, “It’s not my job to fix you because you are not broken. It’s my job to help you see things in a different way that will help you to function better” I welcome you as clients to embark on this journey of healing. It’s not always easy but the results with be so rewarding.
Growing up watching my grandmother struggle daily with mental illness, I naturally grew to have a heart for helping other people. I have spent the last decade of my life in the helping community and I believe that it is my life’s purpose to help people actualize the life they wish to have. I explain my position as a therapist by saying this to my clients, “It’s not my job to fix you because you are not broken. It’s my job to help you see things in a different way that will help you to function better” I welcome you as clients to embark on this journey of healing. It’s not always easy but the results with be so rewarding.
Catherine H Price
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
I have substantial experience providing individual, couple, family, and group therapy in areas of addiction, mental health, trauma, grief, anger, relationship issues, and other life and family issues.
I have substantial experience providing individual, couple, family, and group therapy in areas of addiction, mental health, trauma, grief, anger, relationship issues, and other life and family issues.
Olivia Mason
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
Not accepting new clients
My primary focus is to help those with relational issues, infidelity, codependence, betrayal trauma, impulse control, and attachment struggles.
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.
My primary focus is to help those with relational issues, infidelity, codependence, betrayal trauma, impulse control, and attachment struggles.
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.
Online Therapists
Dr. Brian S. Canfield, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bossier City, LA 71111
My practice specializes in marriage counseling and couple therapy. I also work with individuals on a wide-range of mental health, career transition, substance use, and life transition issues. I have worked with more than 2,800 couples in my career, addressing relationship concerns and finding solutions to chronic dissatisfaction, infidelity, poor communication, intimacy problems, and family conflict. For persons who are uncertain about remaining in their marriage, "discernment counseling" is available to help an ambivalent spouse gain clarity about their relationship commitment and options for bringing about needed change.
My practice specializes in marriage counseling and couple therapy. I also work with individuals on a wide-range of mental health, career transition, substance use, and life transition issues. I have worked with more than 2,800 couples in my career, addressing relationship concerns and finding solutions to chronic dissatisfaction, infidelity, poor communication, intimacy problems, and family conflict. For persons who are uncertain about remaining in their marriage, "discernment counseling" is available to help an ambivalent spouse gain clarity about their relationship commitment and options for bringing about needed change.
Whitney Voss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71105
I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit.
I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit.
Jennifer R. Derrick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
My work with adults include trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, betrayal trauma, addiction, codependency, intimacy issues, grief, and adjustment issues.
I believe that receiving professional help to heal from past or current trauma is necessary to live a life of peace and understanding. I value providing a safe space for individuals to come in wherever they may be in their journey. My goal is to come alongside you and work together to achieve health, wholeness, and becoming the best version of yourself.
My work with adults include trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, betrayal trauma, addiction, codependency, intimacy issues, grief, and adjustment issues.
I believe that receiving professional help to heal from past or current trauma is necessary to live a life of peace and understanding. I value providing a safe space for individuals to come in wherever they may be in their journey. My goal is to come alongside you and work together to achieve health, wholeness, and becoming the best version of yourself.
Stephen Tyler Shockey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CSAT
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71201 (Online Only)
I work with teenagers, adults, and couples. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, my primary focus involves working with those that struggle with sex addiction, pornography, infidelity, and the resulting difficulties. I also work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach involves understanding individuals as a part of the larger systems the exist within (marriage, family, work, etc.).
I work with teenagers, adults, and couples. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, my primary focus involves working with those that struggle with sex addiction, pornography, infidelity, and the resulting difficulties. I also work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach involves understanding individuals as a part of the larger systems the exist within (marriage, family, work, etc.).
Jerry Franklin Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
An ideal client would be one that is "sick-and-tired-of-being-sick-and-tired." Do you know what I mean? If being "sick-and-tired" begins to describe how you feel, I'm the therapist for you! If you need a great listener, someone who will help you organize and prioritize what's most important to you, then I'm your therapist. To be clear, I'm only interested in clients who are ready to make changes in their lives. For maximum benefit, you must be ready to make changes in order to receive the maximum benefit of the time and money you are investing in yourself. After all, who has time and money to waste? Said no one.
An ideal client would be one that is "sick-and-tired-of-being-sick-and-tired." Do you know what I mean? If being "sick-and-tired" begins to describe how you feel, I'm the therapist for you! If you need a great listener, someone who will help you organize and prioritize what's most important to you, then I'm your therapist. To be clear, I'm only interested in clients who are ready to make changes in their lives. For maximum benefit, you must be ready to make changes in order to receive the maximum benefit of the time and money you are investing in yourself. After all, who has time and money to waste? Said no one.
Brittney A Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MS
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71201
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Pleasant Counseling and Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR, SAP
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71201
Are you ready to leave the old story behind and live the full embodied life you deserve? Therapy is a brave first step in healing. I am not an expert on how you should live. Rather, I seek to support you in living a life you want. As a result of working together, you'll learn to develop more satisfying relationships, navigate life transitions and clarify wants and desires. As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and calming space for people to explore their needs on a journey to healing and wellness. I have a relational style of therapy that looks to your goals, experiences and strengths in order to meet your unique needs
Are you ready to leave the old story behind and live the full embodied life you deserve? Therapy is a brave first step in healing. I am not an expert on how you should live. Rather, I seek to support you in living a life you want. As a result of working together, you'll learn to develop more satisfying relationships, navigate life transitions and clarify wants and desires. As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and calming space for people to explore their needs on a journey to healing and wellness. I have a relational style of therapy that looks to your goals, experiences and strengths in order to meet your unique needs
John Joseph Gianforte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
Thomas C Estis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, LAC, Supervi
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71203
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.
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.
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Infidelity Therapists
How does therapy for infidelity work?
A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.
How long does therapy for infidelity take?
Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.
How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?
When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.
How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?
Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.