Child Therapists in Louisiana

Are you struggling with life's curve balls? Is your child or teenager angry, defiant, stressed, or depressed? Is your relationship an emotional roller-coaster? Are you looking for better ways to co-parent? If so, we will work together to find a solution that meets your needs!

In counseling, I utilize an integrative approach that combines reality therapy, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I have 14 years experience working with adults in a 12-step program. This experience has given me tools and knowledge that can help others achieve their goals. I also have over 3000 hours of experience working with children 6-18 on issues such as ADHD, behavior, emotional and mood problems, social difficulties, and adjustment issues. With both children and adults, I focus on the "here and now" and the issue at hand utilizing the strengths and abilities of my clients.

Navigating life can be tough, especially for children . If you are worried about your child in anyway, seeking help can be the first brave step you can take as a parent. I am honored to do a job that allows me to help children and adolescents find their voice through the use of child centered therapy techniques. Whatever their struggle, I am available to help guide them through the struggle of developing healthy coping skills and learning to express their needs. I aim to build a strong relationship through trust, respect, genuineness, acceptance and compassion in a safe environment where self-exploration is encouraged.

I enjoy working with adults, families, adolescents, and children . I have worked with issues such as grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, divorce/separation, family issues, coping with life changes, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and bullying. The needs and goals of my clients are to discover personal wellness and empowerment. I also help build a better bond and understanding between parents and their children /adolescents.

I have worked with children , adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience working with individuals with behavioral disorders, mild depression, anxiety, and behavioral concerns, as well as with those looking for parenting skills and coping skills. It is my goal and responsibility to ensure and foster emotional and cognitive growth to clients and their families. Through a collaborative effort, we will work to explore and define present problems with client situations, develop future goals, personally and emotionally, and achieve success and personal fulfillment.

Our office can help you sort through the hard things you are experiencing. We are able to work with individuals throughout the lifespan; children , adolescents and adults. We often help clients that are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and also issues of Attention Deficit Hyper-active Disorder, Anxiety and Depressive disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, PTSD, divorce, and abuse. Many people come to us that just need a safe space to talk about their issues. If you need change in your life, counseling is a good opportunity to facilitate that change. A plan with identified goals helps to make the change you seek.

I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety (ages 2-17) and their families. I have over 19 years of experience combined as a former Teacher of the Year and Nationally Certified School Counselor. When children face difficulties, I understand how it can affect every aspect of their lives, including peer and family relationships, as well as their academic performance. I am here to facilitate growth and can help children and families through these challenges. I work with children , adolescents, and their families and also conduct children 's groups to help them make positive changes in their lives.

I help moms, babies, children , and teenagers, who have experienced difficult times, begin to move towards healing, through the counseling relationship. I am licensed to practice in Louisiana and Texas.

You are deserving of peace, self-compassion, and fullness of life. Oftentimes, life's stress can cause deep emotional and physical pain, which may leave us unfulfilled, discouraged, and disconnected. My goal in therapy is to support and guide you as you learn ways to lift the burden from your shoulders to reclaim your joy, peace, and worthiness. I work with all populations including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is integrative and incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and a focus on empowering clients to identify their strengths and resources.

Reaching out for help can be an intimidating process, but therapy doesn't have to be scary. I work with individuals and families to help them identify the things that are going well in their lives and the things that they want to change. We collaborate together to make those changes a reality. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you.

Is your child or teen struggling emotionally, behaviorally, socially, or academically? Despite everything you tried to help, progress has fallen short and the situation may have even worsened? You need answers, reasons for why this is so difficult, and you know this is something you cannot do alone. Through individualized, evidence-based assessment and treatment, we will create a plan for positive change that works for your family. If teachers, pediatricians, or other service providers are an essential component, I will do my best to establish a collaboration so we can find answers to your questions.

Dr. Jill Boutté brings a unique set of qualifications to her work as a postdoctoral fellow at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans, where she specializes in working with young children from infancy to age six, as well as with school-aged and adolescents. She is especially knowledgeable helping train parents to gain the skills necessary to help their children thrive. Finally, Dr. Boutté has a keen eye for assessment, including expertise in testing for learning disorders, attention problems such as ADHD, and similar conditions.

OPS Family Care, LLC is dedicated to offering an excellent quality of comprehensive Clinical counseling services to Individuals and Families in the Greater New Orleans Area. With over 30 years of combined experience, our Therapists are committed to helping every person acheive emotional wellness and positive change in their lives. Our Services include Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting Education, Custody Evaluation, Divorce Mediation, Consultation and Training Services, School Based Mental Health Services, and Supervised Visitation Services. We accept Private Insurance, Medicaid, and offer a Sliding Fee Scale. OPS Family Care, "restores wholeness to Families, one outreach at a time.."

Welcome to my practice. I work with children 4 years old and up, adults, families and couples. I work with children using different skills of play therapy, behavior modification, learning to communicate effectively. I do my best to help all my clients feel comfortable so you are able to enjoy the counseling atmosphere I have to provide. I help parents with discipline education, behavior modification, advocating for your child , encouraging positive, honest and open communication, and establish routine/structured environment. I work with couples in fair fighting, relationship conflict resolution, and positive communication.

Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, depressed or just tired all the time? Are you struggling with behaviors, habits, or addictions that feel unmanageable? Do you have a history of unresolved hurts or traumatic memories? Are you struggling with your marriage or children ? Do you long for a place where you can let yourself unravel, let the "real you" show, and be heard and supported right where you are? If any of things resonate with you, then I want to help you.

Need help for your child ? Want to see them laugh and be themselves again? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed to practice mental health counseling in the state of Louisiana. I am also a Registered Play Therapist trained in counseling children to help them feel safe and comfortable through the counseling process. What Is Play Therapy? “Play Therapy is based upon the fact that play is the child ’s natural medium of self-expression. It is an opportunity which is given to the child to ‘play out’ his feelings and problems just as, in certain types of adult therapy, an individual ‘talks out’ his difficulties.” Virginia A.