CPT Therapists in Louisiana

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to support individuals in processing and healing from trauma, especially post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). By helping clients examine and reshape trauma-related thoughts, CPT fosters emotional healing, reduces distress, and restores a sense of control and empowerment. With 6 CPT-trained therapists in Louisiana, you can access specialized trauma care focused on growth and recovery. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is welcoming new clients, with timely availability to provide compassionate, trauma-focused support tailored to your needs.

Availability updated: 7/6/2026

Intelligent
Direct
Empowering

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
LGBTQ
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If stress, anxiety, or relationships keep pulling you off balance, that’s worth addressing. My style is warm, direct, and practical, with humor when it helps you exhale. We’ll focus on boundaries, emotional safety, clear requests, and follow-through—so progress shows up outside session. CBT, Gestalt, Somatic, and Mindfulness techniques used. Client first. Before this career, I spent years in restaurants and behind the bar, where you learn fast how to read the room, listen between the lines, and help people feel able to advocate for themselves. That real world experience shaped how I show up in therapy: grounded, attentive, and genuinely interested in your story.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Hello, and welcome. I'm Dr. Shaven Abney Smith, a licensed clinical social worker with a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree and experience supporting individuals through a variety of life's challenges. I specialize in helping individuals navigate depression, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches tailored to each person's unique needs, strengths, and experiences. My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to develop practical coping strategies, build resilience, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward improved well-being.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+5
Hello and welcome! My name is Richelle Van Buren-Walls and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working in the social work field for 16 years and directly as a mental health clinical since 2017. Over the years I have served a diverse range of populations. I began my career as a social worker providing treatment to underserved and at-risk populations in community mental health. My background also includes providing specialized treatment to first responders, veterans and active-duty military members. Life is beautiful but anxiety, stress, depression, and even trauma can make it difficult to live your life the way you want. Exploring your sense of self, finding coping skills, and getting support someone who wants to help can bring you to a sense of peace and self-satisfaction, putting you back in control of your own life. Whether you're new to therapy or you've been on this journey before, it can be nerve-wracking to reach out. I'm here to listen and support you as you find your path.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
Trauma and PTSD
+6
Hi, I'm Katie. With over seven years of dedicated experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my practice is built on a foundation of clinical excellence and compassionate, evidence-based care. I am deeply committed to helping you navigate your most challenging moments by utilizing proven therapeutic models and a direct, goal-oriented approach. I believe that therapy is a collaborative partnership. Together, we won't just talk about the challenges you are facing—we will actively work to understand them and build a practical roadmap toward relief and healing.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Depression
Men's Issues
Racism
+5
My goal as a therapist is to help men feel more seen, understood, and more connected to community. Together we will work on challenging how we view our role as men and how this view has affected our overall well-being. I want to explore with you, how you process the daily challenges of being a husband, a father, son or just a man. I know it's not easy, but you always make it work no matter how difficult. I aim to give you a space where you can discuss these challenges without feeling as if your complaining or being a burden. I can help you manage your stress by discussing tools that allow us to be honest with ourselves and how we feel. Yes! I'm talking about emotions. No matter how long we ignore them they still exist, bottled up and all. I want to help you share those emotions and thoughts out loud, guilt free! If you find yourself feeling lonely, depressed, anxious, misunderstood, or just stressed out. Then your the person I want to connect with and help you get back into the driver's seat of your life.
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New to Grow

Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
+7
With years of experience serving individuals and families across Southeast Louisiana, I help clients feel better, think more clearly, and heal more fully. In addition to my clinical work, I am an adjunct professor and regularly present at regional and state professional conferences. Outside of my professional roles, I’m a veteran’s wife and mother of two—including one neurodivergent child. Originally from Virginia, I’ve proudly called Louisiana home for over a decade. I have extensive experience helping adults across all stages of life navigate major transitions, heal from traumatic experiences, and develop effective strategies for managing complex family dynamics. I particularly enjoy working with leaders and caregivers, including CEOs, executives, upper management professionals, active-duty military personnel, veterans, emergency dispatchers, and adults over 50 who are caring for others. I am especially passionate about supporting people who carry significant responsibilities. Whether you’re leading a company, serving your community, caring for a loved one, or raising a family, I provide a space where you can receive the same support and care that you so often provide to others.
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Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Louisiana. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Louisiana from Baton Rouge to Shreveport! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Louisiana.

When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.