Therapists in Louisiana

Hi - I'm John, and I'm glad you're here. Maybe you know the heaviness of a loss. The inner critic that won't let up. Or that anxious tightness in your chest that greets you in the morning. Here’s what I believe: You’ve already got all the inner equipment you need to move towards healing. Towards your most authentic, hot mess of an eclectic Self. My goal is to accompany you on a journey - inside. I work with adults and couples seeking healthier ways to relate to themselves and others. I work with people who have been hit by life. Who are looking for a place to feel supported and witnessed when they’re in the thick of it.

My therapy journey began with a curiosity about human resilience and a desire to help others find strength through life’s challenges. Working with trauma survivors showed me the power of therapy in healing. I’m driven by the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth, healing, and lasting change. I strive to offer a holistic approach to healing and enjoy working from a person-centered orientation because I believe that every client is unique and deserves counseling tailored to their individual needs.

I approach my work as a systematic thinker who combines empathy, nonjudgment, and compassionate behavioral practice to create a safe, supportive therapeutic environment. I am flexible and resourceful in helping clients identify and challenge patterns of cognitive and emotional “acculturation,” while fostering self-love and positive self-talk as pathways to healing. My practice focuses on empowering individuals to build insight, develop healthy coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and family conflict, offering guidance that is grounded in compassion, clarity, and evidence-based intervention.

I have been a Social Worker for 27 years. I have a bachelor's and master's in Social Work. My primary employment has been with the Department of Children and Family Services for 24 years. I have worked in the capacity of a child protection investigator, a foster care worker, an adoption worker, a child welfare supervisor of all field programs, a child welfare manager, and as a statewide child welfare trainer. As a social worker, my PRN employment includes hospitals (6yrs) mental health and substance abuse (6yrs), hospice (1yr), schools, nursing homes, and assisted living. I am a TBRI practitioner and adoption competent. As a therapist, I am well-rounded with experience and knowledge in many domains. You are the expert of your own life and no one can fix you, but you. The client-therapist relationship is a partnership in healing. My mother was a social worker and I give her homage to the social worker in me. I retired from DCFS on 01/21/2026 and now practicing as a full time therapist. Please see link the link below of my amazing journey and just know you will be in good hands with me. See you soon! https://youtu.be/XQ9RdZwCRW8

I hold a degree in Counseling Psychology and have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for nearly 20 years. My experience spans working with children, adolescents, and families across inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. I am dedicated to meeting clients where they are and using evidence-based practices to guide them through effective treatment plans. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful progress, and I am committed to helping clients identify their needs, build on their strengths, and achieve their personal goals.

Welcome to my profile! I am licensed in Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana. I received my Master of Arts in clinical psychology from Argosy University. I have over 21 years of experience. I am also a Certified Case Manager and have a deep understanding of the healthcare system. My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, understanding, and evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). These approaches help clients identify strengths, clarify values, release emotional distress, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients. She listens with genuine care, allowing clients to feel truly heard and understood. Her ability to connect with people helps them open up about their deepest struggles without fear of judgment. Monica guides her clients with patience and kindness, empowering them to find strength within themselves. She uses evidence-based approaches while also tailoring treatment to the unique needs of each individual. Clients often express feeling comforted and uplifted after sessions with her. Monica helps people recognize their own resilience and encourages them to move toward healing and growth. She remains calm and steady even in difficult conversations, providing a sense of stability. Her empathy allows her to meet clients where they are emotionally, fostering trust and progress in therapy. Overall, Monica Jones is deeply committed to helping others find hope, healing, and a renewed sense of well-being.

Dr. Darrian Dawson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is the clinical director/therapist of Darrian Dawson, LLC. In the past, Dr. Dawson has worked for Tulane University as an adjunct professor, child protection agencies, mental health providers, partial hospital programs, and recovery management agencies. Dr. Darrian has a strong passion for research, mental health advocacy, trauma recovery, and self-care. He believes that everyone deserves quality mental health care.

Hi! I am so happy to meet you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 21 years of experience in behavioral/mental healthcare field. I graduated from a tiny little college in Pineville, LA-Louisiana College- in Social Work and went on to graduate from LSU-GO TIGERS!- a year later. My passion is to work with people who think they have unsolvable problems and walk alongside them as their problems become smaller and more manageable than first believed. Many of my clients find that in the beginning of therapy they have no idea what can possibly help their situation. I’m not going to lie here, their issues can look really daunting. My promise to them and to every person that I help is that you are not in it alone. I am committed to walk along with you and not leave your side until you have the tools, knowledge, and strength to move forward without me. I promise that I will not quit until you decide the mission is complete.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction and substance use, psychosis, identity development, and everyday stressors. I am passionate about creating affirming, compassionate spaces where every person feels seen, valued, and understood. At the core of my work is a deep belief that everyone deserves care, dignity, and a place where they can show up exactly as they are. I am committed to helping people heal, grow, and advocate for their own well-being. Empowerment and compassion guide my approach, whether I’m supporting someone through acute crisis or helping them build long-term emotional resilience. I completed my Master’s degree in Counseling at the Houston Graduate School of Theology, along with a Master of Divinity. My background in ministry has strengthened my ability to support people through emotional, spiritual, and existential challenges. It has equipped me with the skills to offer steadiness, encouragement, and thoughtful guidance during difficult times while respecting each person’s unique identity, worldview, and lived experience. My therapeutic style is integrative, meaning I draw from several evidence-based approaches to best meet your individual needs. These include person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and strengths-based therapy. In practice, this means sessions with me often feel warm, collaborative, and grounded. I honor your story, build on your strengths, and work with you to develop practical tools and new ways of thinking that support your healing and growth.

Welcome! My name is Sara and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches (Team CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and mindfulness practices to help clients build skills that bring more ease and balance into daily life. Together, we’ll practice tools for managing emotions, shifting unhelpful thought patterns, and strengthening self-awareness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Life Coach with 15+ years’ experience partnering with individuals, families, adolescents, and women to help them reach their goals and live more fulfilling and healthy lives. Dealing with stress, depression, work, family or personal issues? Balancing work, family, friends, and life can be overwhelming. Partnering with a therapist to overcome life's challenges can be essential to living a healthy and fulfilling life.