Child Therapists in Gretna, LA
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We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Adults.
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.."
We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Adults.
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.."
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As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent- child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent- child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
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My passion for working with children flourished while working as a Registered Behavior Therapist for 4 years at a local center for children between the ages of 2-6 diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
I enjoy helping my children, adolescents, and young adults work through their anxiety, ADHD, ASD, anger management, behavioral issues, and depression. I view counseling from a person-centered approach, while utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address each client’s unique goals.
My passion for working with children flourished while working as a Registered Behavior Therapist for 4 years at a local center for children between the ages of 2-6 diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
I enjoy helping my children, adolescents, and young adults work through their anxiety, ADHD, ASD, anger management, behavioral issues, and depression. I view counseling from a person-centered approach, while utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address each client’s unique goals.
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Tonya Michelle Plaisance
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70053
My goal is in helping the client through a creative approach in meeting the individual needs to create positive life changes. The ability to change is embedded in all clients and through the client/counselor relationship the client is able to gain the tools to make positive changes in his or her life in order to live a more happy and serene life. Counseling is the door to creating positive change in anyone who has the willingness to explore the therapeutic process. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
My goal is in helping the client through a creative approach in meeting the individual needs to create positive life changes. The ability to change is embedded in all clients and through the client/counselor relationship the client is able to gain the tools to make positive changes in his or her life in order to live a more happy and serene life. Counseling is the door to creating positive change in anyone who has the willingness to explore the therapeutic process. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
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Amy specializes in individual therapy for military members, their families, adults and children.
Amy Thomas is a mental health wellness professional who is passionate about mental wellness and providing a diverse, nonjudgmental and safe space for adults and children. Amy has tremendous compassion for people going through life's challenges and transitions, and feels privileged to work with those who are seeking support. A therapist that “gets it” Amy recognizes the importance of building a relationship with clients focusing on comfort and trust in order to establish realistic and attainable goals together. Amy has a Masters Degree in Psychology from University of Louisiana at Monroe.
Amy specializes in individual therapy for military members, their families, adults and children.
Amy Thomas is a mental health wellness professional who is passionate about mental wellness and providing a diverse, nonjudgmental and safe space for adults and children. Amy has tremendous compassion for people going through life's challenges and transitions, and feels privileged to work with those who are seeking support. A therapist that “gets it” Amy recognizes the importance of building a relationship with clients focusing on comfort and trust in order to establish realistic and attainable goals together. Amy has a Masters Degree in Psychology from University of Louisiana at Monroe.
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While I approach all my clients with dedication and enthusiasm, there is a special place in my heart for working with couples, children, and teenagers.
In my practice as a therapist, my foremost commitment is to empower my clients to achieve the goals they have set for themselves. I believe in fostering an environment of trust and collaboration, where honest feedback and a client-centered approach are the cornerstones of our work together. Central to my therapeutic philosophy is the belief that each individual is the expert of their own experience. Therefore, I approach therapy with a deep respect for my clients' autonomy and self-determination. I strive to create a space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to take ownership of their journey towards growth and healing.
While I approach all my clients with dedication and enthusiasm, there is a special place in my heart for working with couples, children, and teenagers.
In my practice as a therapist, my foremost commitment is to empower my clients to achieve the goals they have set for themselves. I believe in fostering an environment of trust and collaboration, where honest feedback and a client-centered approach are the cornerstones of our work together. Central to my therapeutic philosophy is the belief that each individual is the expert of their own experience. Therefore, I approach therapy with a deep respect for my clients' autonomy and self-determination. I strive to create a space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to take ownership of their journey towards growth and healing.
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Dr. Jeanie Woolledge
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70053 (Online Only)
Seeking counseling is the first step for positive change, growth & healing and supports wellness in whatever area needing healing. It is a process that begins with a single step and a commitment to change. While everyone can benefit from counseling, usually the healthiest people seek counseling because they realize when they need help. From children having difficulties at school or home to people who want to become stronger and empowered, Dr. Woolledge's gentle, intuitive and creative style can help move you beyond feeling hopeless to the success you desire. Dr. Woolledge also specializes in Bariatric Solutions pre- and post-op.
Seeking counseling is the first step for positive change, growth & healing and supports wellness in whatever area needing healing. It is a process that begins with a single step and a commitment to change. While everyone can benefit from counseling, usually the healthiest people seek counseling because they realize when they need help. From children having difficulties at school or home to people who want to become stronger and empowered, Dr. Woolledge's gentle, intuitive and creative style can help move you beyond feeling hopeless to the success you desire. Dr. Woolledge also specializes in Bariatric Solutions pre- and post-op.
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New Orleans Multicultural Institute of Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gretna, LA 70053
We work with children, adolescents, teens & adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, domestic abuse, neglect, human trafficking, PTSD, stalking, depression, anxiety, self harm & suicidal ideation and or other trauma.
Dr. Hernandez & Mrs. Dugar thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to view our profile! Choosing to seek therapy of any form is never an easy decision, but it's a step in the right direction. The choice of choosing a counselor is an important one, but the relationship is even greater. Counseling is a journey between you and the counselor. You are the pilot and your counselor is your co-pilot. Let me be your co-pilot! Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change,and moving forward a better understanding of the self.
We work with children, adolescents, teens & adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, domestic abuse, neglect, human trafficking, PTSD, stalking, depression, anxiety, self harm & suicidal ideation and or other trauma.
Dr. Hernandez & Mrs. Dugar thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to view our profile! Choosing to seek therapy of any form is never an easy decision, but it's a step in the right direction. The choice of choosing a counselor is an important one, but the relationship is even greater. Counseling is a journey between you and the counselor. You are the pilot and your counselor is your co-pilot. Let me be your co-pilot! Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change,and moving forward a better understanding of the self.
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Are you struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Mood Changes, and ready to change your mindset? My name is Tishlinn S Fountain, MBA, MA, LPC-S, and I am here to assist you with being whole. . I love to assist individuals who have the desire to implement change in their lives. I have experience helping others with ADHD, Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma with children and adults, Stress Management, Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues and Self-Esteem.
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Mood Changes, and ready to change your mindset? My name is Tishlinn S Fountain, MBA, MA, LPC-S, and I am here to assist you with being whole. . I love to assist individuals who have the desire to implement change in their lives. I have experience helping others with ADHD, Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma with children and adults, Stress Management, Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues and Self-Esteem.
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My doctoral research centered on father's grief after the death of a child.
Is the way you and your partner and/or family relate to each other problematic? I can help. I am specially trained to work with you from a systemic lens to help your identify resources that can be helpful. I believe you have within yourself and your life the resources to successfully make beneficial changes in your life. I utilize a variety of systemically based interventions to help invoke change in my clients. This incudes assigning homework to be completed before the next session.
My doctoral research centered on father's grief after the death of a child.
Is the way you and your partner and/or family relate to each other problematic? I can help. I am specially trained to work with you from a systemic lens to help your identify resources that can be helpful. I believe you have within yourself and your life the resources to successfully make beneficial changes in your life. I utilize a variety of systemically based interventions to help invoke change in my clients. This incudes assigning homework to be completed before the next session.
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I also use Play Therapy with children creating an environment of safety, compassion, and care.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience counseling families and individuals from 2 years old to 80 plus. I am EMDR trained to treat many issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and grief. Using Person-Centered Counseling and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to explore and address distressing issues, special attention is given to creating a comfortable atmosphere for personal growth and self-awareness. Play Therapy and CBT Interventions help children and their parents better understand their issues while building self-esteem, teaching coping and anger management skills.
I also use Play Therapy with children creating an environment of safety, compassion, and care.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience counseling families and individuals from 2 years old to 80 plus. I am EMDR trained to treat many issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and grief. Using Person-Centered Counseling and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to explore and address distressing issues, special attention is given to creating a comfortable atmosphere for personal growth and self-awareness. Play Therapy and CBT Interventions help children and their parents better understand their issues while building self-esteem, teaching coping and anger management skills.
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Charles Strong III
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70056 (Online Only)
Are you feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, anxious, or generally not your best you? Have you experienced difficulty navigating through hard times and sorting through your own thoughts? Allow me to assist in establishing and maintaining a safe space of comfort, without judgment, to find your balance. I support clients in processing the obstacles they face, challenging and strengthening them to identify hidden resources and reflect upon past successes to adapt and grow going forward.
Are you feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, anxious, or generally not your best you? Have you experienced difficulty navigating through hard times and sorting through your own thoughts? Allow me to assist in establishing and maintaining a safe space of comfort, without judgment, to find your balance. I support clients in processing the obstacles they face, challenging and strengthening them to identify hidden resources and reflect upon past successes to adapt and grow going forward.
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I have worked in many capacities(from psychiatric technician to becoming a Program Manager) of Mental Health for over 35 years. As Program Manager of four different programs, I created and started two of them. My personal goal has always been to provide the highest level of services possible to those who seek my assistance.
I have worked in many capacities(from psychiatric technician to becoming a Program Manager) of Mental Health for over 35 years. As Program Manager of four different programs, I created and started two of them. My personal goal has always been to provide the highest level of services possible to those who seek my assistance.
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Life Development Center for Adolescents, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70056
Is your teenager struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located on the Westbank in Jefferson Parish and I am here to support you and your adolescent on the journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Is your teenager struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located on the Westbank in Jefferson Parish and I am here to support you and your adolescent on the journey toward healing and self-discovery.
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Dr. Chantell Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gretna, LA 70054 (Online Only)
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Life is hard! Whether it's coping with unexpected challenges, parenting, dealing with memories we wish we didn't have, learning about a new diagnosis or condition, or starting a new career or job. All of these things push us out of our comfort zones, and we struggle to deal with them. It is normal to feel like your world is a bit out of control at times and that you're not sure what to do or how to do it.
Life is hard! Whether it's coping with unexpected challenges, parenting, dealing with memories we wish we didn't have, learning about a new diagnosis or condition, or starting a new career or job. All of these things push us out of our comfort zones, and we struggle to deal with them. It is normal to feel like your world is a bit out of control at times and that you're not sure what to do or how to do it.
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Motivate Wellness Behavioral & Relationship Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70053
Hi, I’m Ledora Yerks-Birdlow. I am the Executive Director/CEO of Motivate Wellness Behavioral and Relationship Health Services. More specifically our agency is made up of a group of therapists who sparks change in people’s lives and relationships. Our mission is to provide individuals, couples, and families the tools they need to create healthy, meaningful relationships with those around them.
Hi, I’m Ledora Yerks-Birdlow. I am the Executive Director/CEO of Motivate Wellness Behavioral and Relationship Health Services. More specifically our agency is made up of a group of therapists who sparks change in people’s lives and relationships. Our mission is to provide individuals, couples, and families the tools they need to create healthy, meaningful relationships with those around them.
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Ricky Twiggs Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, C-DBT, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gretna, LA 70053
Asking for help can be one of the most challenging things you will ever have to do. When you are at your most vulnerable you need an experienced professional to help! My name is Ricky and I am an award winning licensed professional counselor-supervisor who specializes in working with teens to young adults dealing with adjustment / transition issues; post-traumatic stress disorder; disordered eating; non-suicidal self injuries; and dissociative disorders. I am excited to help you along your journey and eagerly await your call!
Asking for help can be one of the most challenging things you will ever have to do. When you are at your most vulnerable you need an experienced professional to help! My name is Ricky and I am an award winning licensed professional counselor-supervisor who specializes in working with teens to young adults dealing with adjustment / transition issues; post-traumatic stress disorder; disordered eating; non-suicidal self injuries; and dissociative disorders. I am excited to help you along your journey and eagerly await your call!
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Michael G Frederick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gretna, LA 70056
I have over 20 years of experience providing individual, group and family therapy to adults as well as adolescents. I have worked in a variety of settings and use several different therapeutic techniques. I believe in a highly individualized, solution focused treatment approach to help you identify issues which may be preventing your living the life you want, and help you identify the life changes needed to reach life goals long thought unattainable!
I have over 20 years of experience providing individual, group and family therapy to adults as well as adolescents. I have worked in a variety of settings and use several different therapeutic techniques. I believe in a highly individualized, solution focused treatment approach to help you identify issues which may be preventing your living the life you want, and help you identify the life changes needed to reach life goals long thought unattainable!
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Dr. Stephanie B. Lester Haywood
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gretna, LA 70053
I opened Center For Therapeutic Change, LLC., to help clients learn the skills required to maximize the overall joy in their lives. I truly believe everyone wants better for themselves and their families, they just feel stuck now and then in the process. If you want a counselor who will walk with you every step of the way, I'm your girl. Call me now, so the healing can begin.
I opened Center For Therapeutic Change, LLC., to help clients learn the skills required to maximize the overall joy in their lives. I truly believe everyone wants better for themselves and their families, they just feel stuck now and then in the process. If you want a counselor who will walk with you every step of the way, I'm your girl. Call me now, so the healing can begin.
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Dr. Gloria M. Lanoux Phd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, D-MFT, LPC, NCC, LPN
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70056
I have the knowledge, wisdom, experience and professionalism to help you with your problems. Ask yourself what will it take to lessen the pain you are experiencing. I can help! Now, ask yourself what makes you feel alive, content and happy? Recognize that working together we can change your desires into realities. I approach psycho-therapeutic counseling in a holistic fashion. I have great successes in assisting patients to cope with anxiety and depression, the traumas of abuse, teen-age cutters, divorce, death/loss, self-injury and debilitating physical injuries. My style of psychotherapy is more than just emotional support.
I have the knowledge, wisdom, experience and professionalism to help you with your problems. Ask yourself what will it take to lessen the pain you are experiencing. I can help! Now, ask yourself what makes you feel alive, content and happy? Recognize that working together we can change your desires into realities. I approach psycho-therapeutic counseling in a holistic fashion. I have great successes in assisting patients to cope with anxiety and depression, the traumas of abuse, teen-age cutters, divorce, death/loss, self-injury and debilitating physical injuries. My style of psychotherapy is more than just emotional support.
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Child psychologists in Gretna, LA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Gretna build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Gretna build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.