Teenagers Therapists in Louisiana

I am a clinical social worker bringing a lifetime of experience to my work, helping clients to identify what's working and what's not; what is going well, and what they would like to change. I am a creative problem solver and excel at helping people get unstuck! I use my experience as a teacher, a human services professional, a small business owner and a clinical social worker to inform my practice and support client growth. I am eclectic in my approach, most often using cognitive behavioral therapy, brief therapy and positive psychology-- however I draw from other approaches and theories to meet the needs of the client. I am trained in trauma-focused CBT, substance abuse treatment and recovery, work with grief and loss, women's issues and strengths-based therapy. I identify as a long-time member of the LGBTQ community and am constantly striving to become more culturally sensitive and aware. I work with persons across the lifespan: ages preschool through seniors. I bring my sense of humor, ability to adapt and switch gears, and my huge heart and compassion to the work that I do!

Hi! I'm a licenced therapist (LCSW) I provide holistic, trauma informed therapy that focuses on the body, mind and spirit to bring lasting change. My approach is collaborative, warm and compassionate and utilizes a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Strength Based Therapy, (non toxic) Positive Psychology. I am licensed in California, Illinois, Indiana, Texas.

Hi there, I'm Stephen. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help people manage anxiety and depression. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self-approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness and art to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

Hi there! I am Denise. Does life feel out of control? Too quick? Too stressful? Have you experienced a loss? I specialize and hold certifications in grief, trauma, youth mental health, ADHD and Autism. I have spent many years working with families, teenagers and adults by helping identify and resolve problems with some techniques to help. I am looking forward to working with you!

My name is Shaquana Thomas. I have 10+ years experience in counseling. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, grief, or managing stress, I can guide you to a peace of mind by offering you advice, support, and a safe space to talk about the problems you are struggling with. I believe people are amazingly resilient and capable of overcoming huge obstacles. At times, we just need help coping and overcoming such obstacles, and I am here to help you.

I have over 18 years experience with a variety of age group, backgrounds, and culturally clients. I want to improve your quality of life. I have the privilege of working with a vast variety of people and enjoy the opportunity to improve their quality of life. I use an individualized approach with therapy. You will play an active role in your treatment.

Hi there! First let me say thank you for taking the first steps to feeling like the best version of yourself! My name is Brittanee’ and I am a Registered Social Worker and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor for the state of Louisiana and a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Texas. I love everything about mental health and that is why I am here. I believe with proper guidance and a certain amount of knowledge and compassion every person can find their purpose in life. I specialize in trauma, dual diagnosis, postpartum depression, anxiety disorders, depression and a host of other mental health related disorders. I’m an eclectic therapist who will meet you where you are however; I believe CBT is always a great starting point. Looking forward to working with you!

I truly believe that we all hold the answers within ourselves, my role as a therapist is to walk alongside you in this journey we call life, and I am not the expert on your life..you are. I have over eight years of experience working with children and families in various settings. I am passionate about treating everyone as an individual, you are not just a number to me you are important and you have intrinsic value.

I'm Keyonne Spencer, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with a passion for mental health and wellness. Originally from the vibrant city of New Orleans, I've dedicated the past ten years to providing compassionate and effective therapy in my private practice. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University, equipping me with the skills to address a wide range of relational and individual issues. In my practice, I specialize in working with individuals and couples ages 13 and up who are grappling with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health challenges. Drawing from evidence-based practices and my integrative approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I believe in the power of collaboration and tailor my therapeutic approach to meet each client's unique needs and goals. Whether utilizing cognitive-behavioral techniques to address specific symptoms or delving into psychodynamic exploration to uncover underlying patterns, my aim is to empower clients to navigate life's challenges and cultivate resilience. Beyond my work as a therapist, I find joy in exploring the world through travel and indulging in my guilty pleasure of binge-watching HGTV shows. These pursuits recharge my spirit and inspire creativity, allowing me to bring fresh perspectives and energy to my practice. Overall, my mission is to guide individuals and couples on their journey toward healing, growth, and fulfillment, both within themselves and in their relationships. I'm deeply committed to helping my clients build resilience, strengthen connections, and embrace the fullness of life's possibilities.

Change can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. We all face situations throughout life that can make us feel overwhelmed and in need of support, encouragement, strategic planning or goal setting. You are not alone. I provide a safe, warm and friendly environment for growth and healing. You may need support in family life transitions, a parent-child relationship, peers groups, marriage, divorce, social issues, academic challenges or behavioral issues. While we are working together, I take a collaborative approach to help you to achieve your goals and overcome the challenges you're facing in life. I am here to support and empower you on your personal journey. Recognizing when issues in life have become too much to handle alone and seeking assistance is a great first step on your healing journey. It takes a lot of courage to reach out to someone, so I applaud you on taking that first huge step.

Hi! I’m JaShonda Atkins, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and Colorado and the owner of Live Out Loud Counseling and Consulting. I earned my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Louisiana Tech University and have been in the mental health field for 10 years. My approach is goal-oriented and person-centered, focusing on helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Using evidence-based techniques, I provide a supportive space—both in-person and via telehealth—where clients can heal, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives.

I provide individual counseling that focuses on establishing goals and developing a plan to build sustainable practices for achieving peak performance in sports and in life. Sports counseling for mental health peak performance with a strength-based approach that assists the athletes in enhancing mental strength and emotional regulation. Topics addressed: anxiety, depression, confidence, injury, focus, recruiting, motivation, relaxation, team roles, consistency, general emotional health, mindfulness, and goal setting.

Welcome! I'm an LCSW-BACS and Louisiana native who practices in both, Texas & Louisiana. I’ve worked with a variety of clinical presentations, in various clinical settings. I have experience working with children, youth, adults, veterans and families. The settings in which I’ve practiced include intense inpatient, clinic, substance use disorder treatment, mental health rehabilitation, correctional rehabilitation facility and school settings. I'm EMDR trained and a recently Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I collaboratively assist clients with improving their self-esteem and self-worth, processing trauma, managing depression and anxiety, challenging negative thought processes, emotion dysregulation, and processing symptoms of grief and mood disorders. This is a collaborative therapeutic process that allows fostering healthy intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships, resolving symptoms of grief and trauma, modifying negative internal narratives, managing anxiety and depression, decreasing emotion dysregulation and dissociating, and fostering one's sense of self. I've worked with adults, families and adolescents who experienced anxiety, depression, family transitions, trauma wounds, anxiety, low self-esteem, PTSD, LGTBQIA transitions, substance use, bipolar mood disorders, personality disorders and several other life challenges etc. I have been so honored to be present throughout my client's journeys of growth, if only to help unburden them from internal suffering. I strive to be both non-judgmental, and collaborative, while challenging those that fear based responses to the environment.

You have come here because it is time to work on you. Having cared for others for so long, you are finally ready to start focusing on you and what you want out of your life. You want to explore what it is you need in order to feel fulfilled. You need peace and you are ready to start achieving goals. You have decided it is time for you to be happy and I will be right there to help you in your path to a new you. My experience began with Family Services of Greater New Orleans. I worked with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Throughout my career, I have provided therapy for couples and families and I have a total 22 years of experience as a clinical therapist. I enjoy the work that I do and I am thankful to be able to help people live better lives. My clients have described me as attentive, thoughtful, focused, caring and compassionate. I have been told that I am a great listener and skillful in applying the right techniques that elicit growth and change.

Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Texas and Louisiana. I received my master’s in social work (clinical and mental health) from the University of Houston; my second master’s in clinical psychology from Walden University. I have been in the Helping Profession for 17 years. I help tweens, adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with questions, thoughts, and behaviors they don’t understand and want some help unraveling their challenges.

Hey there! My name is Heather and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas and Louisiana. I graduated from Lamar University in August 2022 with a Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Relevant work experience includes working within the Texas prison system providing mental health services to inmates, working with children under conservatorship of Child Protective Services, and general outpatient case management.

Warmest greetings to you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Texas, as well as a Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist. I received my Master of Social Work degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver. I learned clinical hypnotherapy through PATH (Professional Academy of Therapeutic Hypnosis) and am certified through International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT). I strive to help clients achieve a better understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and needs, in order to gain greater clarity and direction in their lives, and to develop the tools to manage overwhelming life experiences. I help people remember the truth about their worth and value, and guide them as they practice living from that truth.

My mission is to be a servant to others by empowering and helping you on your path to emotional wellness. I have helped children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, mental health disorders, relationship conflict, and parenting concerns; assisted others to heal from acute abuse, childhood and adult traumas. I am also experienced with persons who have migrated to the US from other countries and the barriers that are encountered with those changes. Whether it be acute crises', life surprises, circumstantial stressors or complex traumas; let me teach you new skills or sharpen the ones you already use to either decrease, eliminate or change negative behaviors or unwanted symptoms. I have worked among many different populations and settings (non-profit organizations, state and government facilities, public education, and now private practice) and have learned to navigate through different challenges and with those experiences I have become a person who is compassionate to unique needs and desires. If there is an area of concern that I'm not able to assist you with I will be honest with you and seek assistance or refer you to a better qualified professional.

Hello, I'm Regent. Do you feel overwhelmed by your current relationships, circumstances, and environment? I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxieties and depression symptoms utilizing a person-centered approach to create coping strategies and communication skills. I offer a confidential space to vent and work on day-to-day issues that are continually changing and transforming. I will assist with coaching you on finding mindfulness and feeling confident in your mind and spirit. In all of our sessions together, I will provide a judgement-free zone so that you can be comfortable to speak freely and process any concerns, issues, or traumas. Let’s come together and create a plan centered on your needs and help reduce your stress!

I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a wealth of experience spanning over ten years. Throughout my career, I have been unwavering in my commitment to fostering mental and emotional well-being in individuals facing diverse challenges. I have worked with a variety of partners, such as hospitals, private practices, community mental health agencies, law enforcement, substance abuse clinics, and child welfare. I have continued to grow my skills in crisis intervention, counseling, and advocacy. I am adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and support to clients.

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'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in both Louisiana an Georgia. I received my Masters from Southern University at New Orleans and have been practicing for 17 years. I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, stress management, LGBTQIA+ issues, domestic abuse, and mood disorders. I believe my clients have the solutions to their issues, but needs a little help navigating through the process.

Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing mental health therapy services in Louisiana and Texas, with over 14 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people during some of their most vulnerable and life-changing moments. These experiences have shaped my understanding of how personal, relational, and cultural factors intersect in our emotional well-being. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard. My goal is to help you find balance, process challenges, and empower you to persevere—even when life feels overwhelming. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck, we’ll work together to uncover your strengths and create meaningful change. My approach is genuine, down-to-earth, and rooted in authenticity. I strive to create an environment where you feel encouraged to be your true self. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. Instead, I meet you where you are, tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs and goals. I hope that this personalized and honest connection keeps you engaged and motivated in your healing journey. Whether you are seeking support for the first time or returning to therapy after a break, I’m here to provide thoughtful guidance and compassionate care. Together, we’ll build on what’s already within you—the resilience, wisdom, and hope—to create a more balanced and fulfilling life. If you’re ready to take the next step toward growth and healing, I’d be honored to work with you.

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.

LaShay Dupree is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas and has over 20 years of professional experience. LaShay prides herself in normalizing mental health and ensuring she is present and accessible to her clients. Lashay’s clients describe her as a responsive clinician whom they feel comfortable with communicating with and will respond within 24 hours as promised. Lashay has a bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Houston and a masters in Social Work from the University of New England. LaShay’s professional background spans throughout a multitude of professional settings and varying populations. She has been employed by the state of Texas as a surveyor investigating small group homes and large state supportive living centers advocating for the rights of individuals who cannot advocate for themselves. LaShay has worked with veterans, at-risk youth, teen moms, seniors, homeless and domestic violence victims. She has worked in community mental health organizations, hospital settings, long term care facilities, managed care organizations, insurance companies, hospice, home health and in private practice providing individual, couple and family therapy. On her free time, LaShay enjoys mentoring others in the field of social work, taking road trips, and listening to music. LaShay enjoys life and loves to make people laugh. She prides herself on being the light someone need every single day. LaShay embodies what it means to be a well-rounded individual, but most of all she loves sharing her compassionate, holistic approach to therapy with her clients in an effort to empower them to live life more abundantly and unapologetically.

Hey! I'm Vadeisha, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving in Texas and Louisiana. With a Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and a decade-long journey in the field, I'm passionate about fostering healing and empowerment in individuals, particularly focusing on supporting black women through pivotal life transitions. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, cultural understanding, and a commitment to resilience and growth. Over the years, my experience has spanned various domains, including juvenile justice, therapeutic foster care, reproductive justice, and child welfare. I've provided support, counseling, and education in behavioral health, medical, residential, and community settings, addressing challenges at both individual and systemic levels. Certified in Trust-Based Relational Intervention and the Structured Analysis Family Evaluation, my expertise extends to clinical assessments such as the Integrated Behavioral Health Assessment and Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths assessments. My services encompass individual and family counseling, clinical assessments, and a holistic approach to supporting well-being during critical life transitions. My ultimate goal is to serve as a collaborative guide and ally on my clients' journeys toward self-discovery, healing, and growth. I'm committed to empowering individuals to build a strong foundation for a fulfilling future while advocating for greater awareness of societal factors affecting marginalized communities. I deeply honor the unique cultural contexts and personal journeys of each individual I work with. If you're seeking a supportive and affirming space to begin your healing journey, I'm here to help.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work. I specialize in supporting women who are carrying the weight of the world—juggling responsibilities, managing emotional wounds, and trying to hold it all together. My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based practices. I create a space where women feel safe to unpack their pain, process life’s challenges, and reconnect with their inner strength. My goal is to help you move from surviving to thriving—on your terms.

Hello I am Edna. I have lots of experience and information to share regarding support and management of mental health symptoms. I work with each individual as an individual; unique to your style and identified needs. I am supportive and positive. I help identify your strengths to help you reach your goals. I believe you have strengths and a purpose. I am client focused, trained and experienced in more than twenty counseling theories and practices. Let's work together to create the structure for your journey to healing.