Therapists in Hahnville, LA

Everyone at some time or another, feel like they're alone and that nobody around them gets it. You feel disconnected and so you respond by isolating yourself from the things and people you love. Whether it be work, home, family, friends, or just a battle within yourself; I'm here. I care. It's perfectly OK to NOT be ok and it's perfectly fine to NOT have all the answers. Life is about the journey and the journey is a process that we all must endure. However, that doesn't mean that we are always on the right path or have all the tools we need in order to be successful.

Finding a good therapist with whom one can connect, create trust, and align values and goals is important. With 20 years of experience working in Mental Health I have a variety of tools to work with.

Are you struggling with your mood or ADHD? Do you think your partner is not listening to you, not understanding you, or not considering you? Well I am here to help. If you find you are experience issues with controlling you emotions, struggling with negative thoughts about yourself or what is going on around you, or can not seem to do the things you want, then reach out now so you can start improving today. Do you recognize issues with accountability, discipline, or self-awareness, which impacts your everyday life? If these are issues that impact you, if you are not sure what to do, and if you want some help, please reach out.

Are you wanting change, but you're feeling stuck? Are you grieving a traumatic childhood or experience? Do you have difficulties with anxiety, self-worth, and relationships? Do you struggle feeling connected to your core self? Are you seeking new meaning, perspectives, and engagement in life? Trauma and disconnection are epidemics, impacting our families, communities, our bodies, and minds. If you are seeking relief from coping mechanisms that lead to more disconnection, or if any of these questions resonated with you, we may be a great fit for the collaborative journey towards wellness together.

"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be"( Lao Tzu). Life transitions are a constant thread in our lives, and sometimes a person needs a little guidance to help them make the transition and evolve from their efforts. As a social worker for more than 24 years, my clinical practice has enabled me to work with a diverse group of people representing all ages and stages of their lives and careers. I have appreciated helping each one with their challenges as they worked through their changes to evolve to their next stage of life.

From the time I was young, I knew I cared. I cared about people and wanted to help others experience more fulfilling lives and relationships. I didn’t realize at the time that I wanted those experiences for myself as well. My experience growing up in a family where addiction caused great pain led me to my own problematic relationships with people, food, money and religion. Now I care about myself in ways that I never imagined possible before taking those first scary steps into my therapist’s office and asking for help. I experience life and relationships in more rewarding ways than was previously possible for me.

​Are you feeling stuck? Have issues become overwhelming? Do you feel like giving up? Has your relationship or marriage lost its spark? We all have times when life seems tough. It's during those times that we need a nonjudgmental listening ear. I would love to help you!

Everyone deals with hardship at some point in their life. During these times it can be difficult to feel understood, heard, or supported. I am here to support and guide you toward creating positive change and building upon your strengths. I will work collaboratively with you to help you make connections between the way your history, thoughts, emotions and body sensations impact the way you respond to the world. My intention is to give you an awareness of yourself that will empower you to feel more in control of your life so you can achieve personal growth and healing.

I work well with individuals ages 10 & up, couples and families, and I am now seeing clients after hours on a limited basis. I am trained in the treatment of eating disorders and reIated concerns. I have also worked with many couples with marital and other relationship concerns, and I have worked with many families dealing with divorce, substance abuse and parenting concerns. I have also worked with individuals on a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, emotional and behavioral concerns, academic concerns, relationship concerns, anger management and codependency.

Are you finding that life's unexpected twists are disrupting your relationships, stalling your progress, and adding emotional weight? Do feelings of anger, pain, anxiety, or fear shape how you see the world and connect with others? In therapy, we'll work closely together to develop effective coping skills, explore new perspectives, and regain control over your life's direction. It's about embracing innovative approaches, shifting your perspective, and uncovering what truly supports your well-being and growth. Are you ready to navigate these challenges with renewed confidence and empowerment?

I love working with adults seeking help to process a life event or past trauma. My clients seek help dealing with symptoms of anxiety, depression, burn out, irritability, physical issues like migraines or digestive problems, or just wondering why they respond the way they do. Most are coping with more feelings than usual, healing from a loss, and hope to feel like themselves again. Other clients may be aware of unhealed trauma from childhood that they now feel ready to process.

Welcome, I have the highest regard for the struggles you or your family have been facing. I see counseling as a process that you and I as the counselor come to understand and trust one another to explore and develop goals for an improved life. I offer a confidential atmosphere in which therapy is a cornerstone. When you experience issues and feel you are at a stand still in life, I am here to offer hope and tools to help you discover the strength within yourself. I work with commitment and diligence just as you do in the counseling process.

I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families in transitional seasons of life involving anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, perinatal mental health, and trauma. At the root of humanity is the need for connection. My goal is for you to feel empowered, supported, and heard in the safety of the therapeutic space. I look forward to supporting you in discovering your strengths, processing stressors, grieving losses, learning coping skills, and growing personally. You are in control of your healing journey, I am simply holding space to facilitate it.

Let's work together for you to learn to live peacefully in narcissistic relationships or to leave such relationships if desired. Let me help you to get free from emotional entanglements, learn coping skills and parenting skills, and recover from childhood abuse and trauma. In sessions, you will learn empowerment, setting appropriate boundaries, mindfulness, self-care skills, and how to build your self-esteem. My Doctorate in Family Relations, being a Certified Family Life Educator, and my experience as a professor of Child and Family Studies for over 35 years give me a unique holistic background that aids me in helping you.

Navigating adversity while maintaining self-compassion can be difficult. I strive to provide person centered care to individuals, families and couples. My approach to therapy is individualized, with consideration of the uniqueness of each client's preferences and needs. I utilize trauma informed care with traditional therapeutic methods such as solution focused therapy. I received my Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University and my Master’s in Social Work from Southern University at New Orleans. My office is conveniently located in Metairie, and I offer virtual/telehealth appointments.

Life has a tendency to create difficult moments for all of us. As these moments enter our world we have to deal with them head on. Our practice provides a comfortable, private atmosphere that is conducive to creating a sense of well-being which aids in the process of brighter days ahead. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor presently working on my dissertation for a Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana at Monroe as well as a former graduate of Loyola University, Notre Dame Seminary and Our Lady of Holy Cross College.

My ideal client is someone who is just not quite sure,'where to go from here', with issues such as Anxiety, Depression, and just plain being,' Stuck'.I have over 25 years of counseling experience and have successfully helped clients overcome career, family, and relationship dilemmas, as well as addiction and troubles with compulsive behaviors. I will work with you in determining your best course and help you break down seemingly monstrous problems into manageable tasks. Co-Dependency in relationships is one of my specialties. I have even trained other therapists in dealing with this and other issues.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience, my practice is centered on helping my clients find balance and deepen their ability to access true wellbeing. My work, both inpatient and outpatient, has ranged from helping adolescents bolster self esteem and coping skills on one end to helping adults who have suffered from mood and personality disorders on the other. My specialty, though, lies in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders, and my work and anecdotal research has allowed me to develop a keen approach to the healing of these ailments on the path to achieving long term mental wellness.