Psychodynamic Therapists in Zachary, LA

As a licensed clinical social worker and a PhD in psychological anthropology, I've spent 30 years studying how people all over the world overcome their suffering. I help clients develop life skills to improve their relationships, decrease their anxiety and find joy in and acceptance of the present moment. Specifically, I combine mindfulness and meditation with cognitive behavioral therapy and traditional psychodynamic methods so that clients can both understand and change what blocks them from happiness.

I have over thirty ( 30 ) years of Clinical Social Work experience. This experience includes the provision of psychotherapy as a military officer ( United States Air Force), and as a civilian. I was originally licensed in the state of California, & subsequently has practiced in the states of Tx. & La. My training required mastering the Biopsychosocial model as a prerequisite in evaluating & understanding clients comprehensively. Born in New Orleans, La.,grew up in Baton Rouge, & currently reside out of Shrev., La. I have provided therapy directly to clts in New Orleans, Baton Rouge,Monroe,Lafayette, & Shreveport prior to telemed.

I help adults who want breakthroughs in their individual lives or in their complicated family. Adulting requires problem-solving skills, including mastering emotions that may threaten to overwhelm us. I help individuals and couples who are ready to tolerate the anxiety of making changes in their own perspectives and behavior. Others may struggle with unwelcome changes (break-ups, losing a job, stepfamily issues) and need strategies to move forward with purpose and peace. I can help you, too. Although I highly value the intimacy of in-office sessions, I also offer Zoom sessions.

Counseling is not just an educational endeavor for me, it is my true life’s passion. As my primary spiritual/natural gift, my purpose on earth is to utilize my counseling skills to serve others in any capacity that I can. We have all felt sad, angry, lonely, misunderstood, unforgiven, misused, abused, fed up, and so on and so forth. Our goal in therapy would be to examine your emotional well being and how it impacts your life. While you process through everything from past trauma to current conflicts, it is significant to know that your growth and healing is what is most important to me.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of experience treating individuals with issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, and addictions. I have spent many years helping clients find their strengths and improve their quality of life. I work with individuals ages 18 and up.

Life is a journey and your path forward begins with your next step. Depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and life challenges can cloud your vision, making the next steps a scary mystery to take alone. Let’s partner together to find a light to help you chart your path forward. You have everything inside of you to succeed, now let’s work together to make you the best version of you.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 35 years of experience and work with adults and young adults 18 and older. I work with individuals and groups and provide consultation and supervision to other therapists. I tend to be eclectic in my style and tailor it according to the individual and their specific circumstances. I work with a variety of issues, including grief, depression, anxiety and stress, self esteem and self compassion enhancement. I also address relationship concerns, relapse prevention, and work with family members coping with loved ones who have Alzheimer's/dementia and substance abuse disorders.

Since 2009, I have worked with college age and older adults to confront and manage struggles surrounding depression, anxiety, identity confusion, and trauma. We work collaboratively often using dreams and creative projects to gain deeper understanding of the unconscious. All of our work is approached with the presumption that there is an intelligence within that ultimately knows what is best for you, but this wisdom is often concealed by overwhelming emotions, grief, toxic relationships, self-defeating behaviors and thought patterns.

I believe every person develops an internal story about themselves that tends to dictate the way they live, how they interpret experiences, and how they respond to life stressors. For various reasons, we can begin to see ourselves as characters in our life stories rather than active agents who are in control of the way our life unfolds. This in turn affects our outlook, thoughts, mood, choices, and relationships.

Most people who contact me for therapy are serious about getting the help they need. They want a therapist they can trust. As a clinical social worker I work with my clients to help them identify their goals and challenges. Like most therapists I offer a safe environment, acceptance, and concern. I may also offer feedback and make suggestions but I believe that it is the client's responsibility to decide how they want to resolve their specific issues.

It takes courage to reach out to another for support with life events, stress, and relationships. My goal in working with you is to provide support by observing and better utilizing your strengths while identifying what is getting in your way. Together we will explore how you can better manage symptoms of trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety and relationship stress while recognizing harmful coping mechanisms and behaviors that are holding you back, such as substance misuse and disordered eating.

I’m Vivi and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience helping adolescents and young adults. Whether you’re facing a challenging life transition, recovering from an eating disorder, or wanting to process trauma, I am here to support you in your journey. I also offer DBT skills coaching to help you learn how to better regulate your emotions, cope with stress, and manage relationships more effectively.

My work is rooted in a holistic, trauma-informed, and intersectional psychodynamic approach that seeks to find harmony between your head, heart, and hand. I work side by side with adults and adolescents seeking healing, balance, and personal growth through empathic and curious interrogation of self. Together we will strive to locate and understand the strategies which have helped you so far, release patterns and cycles that no longer serve you, and build more adaptive pathways of being and relating.

My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.

In therapy, you will have a safe, private, and supportive environment where you and I can address the patterns of problems that you want to understand and change the most. I use evidence-based approaches to therapy, which means that they have been evaluated vigorously by clinicians and the scientific community and shown to be effective for your specific therapy needs. However, every individual is different and you and I will work together to ensure we always have the kind of relationship which leads to healing and helpful change. We also offer psychological and psychoeducational assessments. Visit our website for more details.