LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Madisonville, LA
Creative Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT, PLPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
At Creative Counseling and Wellness, LLC we have a team of dedicated and compassionate counselors that come with a variety of expertise. We are an LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling practice where we put the clients' emotional and physical safety above all else.
At Creative Counseling and Wellness, LLC we have a team of dedicated and compassionate counselors that come with a variety of expertise. We are an LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling practice where we put the clients' emotional and physical safety above all else.
Suzanne M Kelley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
I work with a wide variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, family therapy, couples and life issues, just to name a few. The populations I work with are pre-teens, teens, young adults, adults, and couples. My techniques vary based on the needs of the client, ultimately I want to make the client feel comfortable with the therapy process.
I work with a wide variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, family therapy, couples and life issues, just to name a few. The populations I work with are pre-teens, teens, young adults, adults, and couples. My techniques vary based on the needs of the client, ultimately I want to make the client feel comfortable with the therapy process.
Donald Waterman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Madisonville, LA 70447
Dr. Waterman's goal is to provide you, your spouse/significant other, child and/or your family with the highest quality service focused on assisting you achieve your goals in therapy and in life. Dr. Waterman will work with you in a way that builds on your strengths and potential, and challenges you to take your life/relationship to the next level. He believes the most productive therapy environment is one of mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. His approach is challenging, yet compassionate and caring. Dr. Waterman's treatment approaches are based on sound scientific models of human behavior and established methods of psychotherapy.
Dr. Waterman's goal is to provide you, your spouse/significant other, child and/or your family with the highest quality service focused on assisting you achieve your goals in therapy and in life. Dr. Waterman will work with you in a way that builds on your strengths and potential, and challenges you to take your life/relationship to the next level. He believes the most productive therapy environment is one of mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. His approach is challenging, yet compassionate and caring. Dr. Waterman's treatment approaches are based on sound scientific models of human behavior and established methods of psychotherapy.
I have over 30 years experience in the mental health field. My specialties include treating Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. I work with adults using CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. My practice focuses on personal growth issues and supportive therapy. I also focus on teaching and/or reinforcing coping skills.
I have over 30 years experience in the mental health field. My specialties include treating Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. I work with adults using CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. My practice focuses on personal growth issues and supportive therapy. I also focus on teaching and/or reinforcing coping skills.
Riva Cornelius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
"The journey of a thousand miles starts from beneath your feet." (Lao Tzu ). Welcome to your first step in moving from stillness to action. Meet Riva, a licensed psychotherapist, who strives to create an authentic and supportive therapy experience for individuals from older adolescents to adults. Riva is wholeheartedly committed to supporting individuals in writing the next phase of their life’s story, in a way in which they are proud of.
"The journey of a thousand miles starts from beneath your feet." (Lao Tzu ). Welcome to your first step in moving from stillness to action. Meet Riva, a licensed psychotherapist, who strives to create an authentic and supportive therapy experience for individuals from older adolescents to adults. Riva is wholeheartedly committed to supporting individuals in writing the next phase of their life’s story, in a way in which they are proud of.
Jennifer Andreas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Madisonville, LA 70447
Navigating the various ebbs and flow of life can often leave us feeling like we are treading water to stay afloat. When we do not possess the tools or skills to adequately manage those feelings or life events negatively impacting us, it can often leave us feeling like we are drowning. Therapy provides you with the opportunity to equip yourself with those life saving tools and skills to effectively navigate and manage any obstacle or barrier you may experience, in a way that is personalized and tailored to meet your individual needs.
Navigating the various ebbs and flow of life can often leave us feeling like we are treading water to stay afloat. When we do not possess the tools or skills to adequately manage those feelings or life events negatively impacting us, it can often leave us feeling like we are drowning. Therapy provides you with the opportunity to equip yourself with those life saving tools and skills to effectively navigate and manage any obstacle or barrier you may experience, in a way that is personalized and tailored to meet your individual needs.
Laura Squires
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
Have you felt lost, stuck, or just need to understand situations? Healing Paths and Wellness believes in a holistic approach to individual and family counseling and healing. We offer an integrative approach to guiding individuals and families toward emotional well-being, restoring relationships, personal growth, and healing from trauma. We serve children, adults, families, and couples through a trauma-informed, individualized approach. We assist clients through personal conflicts and stressors, improve relationships, and heal emotional wounds. We personalize our counseling approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
Have you felt lost, stuck, or just need to understand situations? Healing Paths and Wellness believes in a holistic approach to individual and family counseling and healing. We offer an integrative approach to guiding individuals and families toward emotional well-being, restoring relationships, personal growth, and healing from trauma. We serve children, adults, families, and couples through a trauma-informed, individualized approach. We assist clients through personal conflicts and stressors, improve relationships, and heal emotional wounds. We personalize our counseling approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
Maria R. Hebrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, torn, or falling into old habits? Would you like a place to consult/ explore feedback on setting & navigating boundaries? Have you suffered from grief, loss, trauma? Does your family, partnership, or marriage need a safe space to explore healing & developing more effective communication patterns? Is your child/ teen having a hard time expressing what they need? Are you or a family member struggling with use, addiction, &/or diagnosis management? Do you or a loved one feel anxious/ depressed? Have you been affected by sleep-related issues, identity exploration, career, divorce, or life transitions?
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, torn, or falling into old habits? Would you like a place to consult/ explore feedback on setting & navigating boundaries? Have you suffered from grief, loss, trauma? Does your family, partnership, or marriage need a safe space to explore healing & developing more effective communication patterns? Is your child/ teen having a hard time expressing what they need? Are you or a family member struggling with use, addiction, &/or diagnosis management? Do you or a loved one feel anxious/ depressed? Have you been affected by sleep-related issues, identity exploration, career, divorce, or life transitions?
Bruce Steinberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Madisonville, LA 70447 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. You have made the first step in what will hopefully be a productive and exciting journey into change for the better. For the past 15 years, I have helped many clients make incredible transformation in their lives, and it has been a joyful experience for me to be a part of that change.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. You have made the first step in what will hopefully be a productive and exciting journey into change for the better. For the past 15 years, I have helped many clients make incredible transformation in their lives, and it has been a joyful experience for me to be a part of that change.
Angie Simonton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, LA 70447
Welcome to your therapeutic journey. Therapy is the process of undoing patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you in the present. Then replacing those maladaptive behaviors with healthy coping mechanisms. Therapy is a process of looking inwards. To gain insight, understanding, and self-compassion. It can truly be a beautiful process to be apart of.
Welcome to your therapeutic journey. Therapy is the process of undoing patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you in the present. Then replacing those maladaptive behaviors with healthy coping mechanisms. Therapy is a process of looking inwards. To gain insight, understanding, and self-compassion. It can truly be a beautiful process to be apart of.
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Scottie Klock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
Mandeville, LA 70448
In addition to my expertise in relationship problems and couples counseling, I am passionate about serving members of the LGBTQ+ community in addressing issues and concerns unique to their experience.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my privilege to help you solve the problem you are experiencing that is keeping you from having the happiness you desire and deserve.
In addition to my expertise in relationship problems and couples counseling, I am passionate about serving members of the LGBTQ+ community in addressing issues and concerns unique to their experience.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my privilege to help you solve the problem you are experiencing that is keeping you from having the happiness you desire and deserve.
I work frequently with the LGBTQ community.
I am a Medical Psychologist, licensed to prescribe medication in the state of Louisiana. My clients range widely in ethnic and cultural background, economic status, and sexuality/gender status. BCBS (PPO only) accepted. At this time, I am accepting new clients for medication consultations, and for short-term therapy (3 to 6 months). I have limited availability for in-person meeting at this time. Out-of-pocket fees for psychiatric prescribing: $250 Initial consult. $125 to $175 for follow-up appointments. Out-of-pocket fees for therapy: $175 per meeting.
I work frequently with the LGBTQ community.
I am a Medical Psychologist, licensed to prescribe medication in the state of Louisiana. My clients range widely in ethnic and cultural background, economic status, and sexuality/gender status. BCBS (PPO only) accepted. At this time, I am accepting new clients for medication consultations, and for short-term therapy (3 to 6 months). I have limited availability for in-person meeting at this time. Out-of-pocket fees for psychiatric prescribing: $250 Initial consult. $125 to $175 for follow-up appointments. Out-of-pocket fees for therapy: $175 per meeting.
Having worked with individuals age 5 and up in schools and private practice, I use an existential-humanistic approach to address a host of presenting issues. I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, neurodiversity issues (including ADHD, gifted learners, and Autism Spectrum-related issues), emotional regulation, trauma, and navigating family and life transitions. I am LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity affirming. I strive to provide an environment of safety and trust for clients to explore presenting issues. I also believe in collaborating with clients to build therapeutic goals and to achieve them by cultivating individual strengths.
Having worked with individuals age 5 and up in schools and private practice, I use an existential-humanistic approach to address a host of presenting issues. I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, neurodiversity issues (including ADHD, gifted learners, and Autism Spectrum-related issues), emotional regulation, trauma, and navigating family and life transitions. I am LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity affirming. I strive to provide an environment of safety and trust for clients to explore presenting issues. I also believe in collaborating with clients to build therapeutic goals and to achieve them by cultivating individual strengths.
Transition Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, CDVC
Verified Verified
Mandeville, LA 70471
I am skilled in helping the client with issues of anxiety, depression. and most relationship issues. Assisting them and empowering them through the transitions of modern life.
As a member of The No Abuse Coalition, I am approved as a Duluth specialist in anger management and domestic violence counseling for the court systems in the surrounding parishes.
Healthy relationship skills can make a difference in the harmony in our lives.
I enjoy working with couples to restore and enhance their love relationship. As a nonanxious presence, I will be there with you to process your thoughts and feelings
I am skilled in helping the client with issues of anxiety, depression. and most relationship issues. Assisting them and empowering them through the transitions of modern life.
As a member of The No Abuse Coalition, I am approved as a Duluth specialist in anger management and domestic violence counseling for the court systems in the surrounding parishes.
Healthy relationship skills can make a difference in the harmony in our lives.
I enjoy working with couples to restore and enhance their love relationship. As a nonanxious presence, I will be there with you to process your thoughts and feelings
Dana Duet-Champagne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
When circumstances in life have made you feel like the worst version of yourself, I provide a warm, nurturing and non-judgemental refuge that allows you the space to reconnect with your "best self". We will work as a team through trauma and obstacles that are preventing you from moving forward. I am certified in EMDR therapy which provides a deeper layer of work than traditional talk therapy alone can provide. I am also a certified TRE (Tension and Trauma Release Exercise) practitioner. TRE is a somatic therapy that works with the body to release neuromuscular tension patterns. Feel free to call me or email me with questions.
When circumstances in life have made you feel like the worst version of yourself, I provide a warm, nurturing and non-judgemental refuge that allows you the space to reconnect with your "best self". We will work as a team through trauma and obstacles that are preventing you from moving forward. I am certified in EMDR therapy which provides a deeper layer of work than traditional talk therapy alone can provide. I am also a certified TRE (Tension and Trauma Release Exercise) practitioner. TRE is a somatic therapy that works with the body to release neuromuscular tension patterns. Feel free to call me or email me with questions.
I work with clients who are struggling with the effects on trauma on their mind, body, emotions, and relationships. If you need help, support, guidance, and encouragement then we might be a good fit. I offer a space that's safe for you to come as you are and be seen and heard.
I work with clients who are struggling with the effects on trauma on their mind, body, emotions, and relationships. If you need help, support, guidance, and encouragement then we might be a good fit. I offer a space that's safe for you to come as you are and be seen and heard.
Juliee Montelaro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we are all unique and will achieve one’s fullest potential when given a safe, nurturing environment. I strive to provide empathy and non-judgment to all clients as they navigate various concerns. I am committed to providing a safe holding environment for individuals as they gain insight into their unique life stories and journeys. I walk alongside clients as they develop the skills to cultivate more authentic and meaningful connections with themselves and others. We will work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for improved life and work systematically toward realizing your goal
I believe we are all unique and will achieve one’s fullest potential when given a safe, nurturing environment. I strive to provide empathy and non-judgment to all clients as they navigate various concerns. I am committed to providing a safe holding environment for individuals as they gain insight into their unique life stories and journeys. I walk alongside clients as they develop the skills to cultivate more authentic and meaningful connections with themselves and others. We will work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for improved life and work systematically toward realizing your goal
Jessica Gandolfo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
My ideal client would be someone ready to dig their heals in and begin to sort through all the layers of life that have accumulated. Soul level work can be beautifully life changing but deep and painful at times. I consider our work together as a commitment to you and the next layer of your life journey. It is precious and sacred. Therapy is a safe place where we peel back the layers of masks we wear every day and just "get real" about ourselves and where we want our lives to lead. Hopefully, our collaboration will encourage you live the life for which you were created.
My ideal client would be someone ready to dig their heals in and begin to sort through all the layers of life that have accumulated. Soul level work can be beautifully life changing but deep and painful at times. I consider our work together as a commitment to you and the next layer of your life journey. It is precious and sacred. Therapy is a safe place where we peel back the layers of masks we wear every day and just "get real" about ourselves and where we want our lives to lead. Hopefully, our collaboration will encourage you live the life for which you were created.
Caravelle Care is a group of talented and devoted psychotherapists, combining our wide range of specialities and expertise to offer individual therapy to the Jefferson, Orleans, and St. Tammany regions and beyond. Led by Katie Saintcross, LCSW and Elysia Glynn, LCSW, Caravelle offers a diverse team of providers working collaboratively to offer highly individualized, goal-oriented treatment for a wide range of issues. Finding the right therapist and getting started might feel overwhelming, but our dedicated staff can help connect you with the best provider at our practice based on your current situation, schedule, goals, and needs.
Caravelle Care is a group of talented and devoted psychotherapists, combining our wide range of specialities and expertise to offer individual therapy to the Jefferson, Orleans, and St. Tammany regions and beyond. Led by Katie Saintcross, LCSW and Elysia Glynn, LCSW, Caravelle offers a diverse team of providers working collaboratively to offer highly individualized, goal-oriented treatment for a wide range of issues. Finding the right therapist and getting started might feel overwhelming, but our dedicated staff can help connect you with the best provider at our practice based on your current situation, schedule, goals, and needs.
Are you experiencing grief or loss? Are you struggling with any relationship issues or identity concerns? Are you having a hard time adjusting to school, or feeling anxious about starting school or higher education? Perhaps you are struggling to connect with groups of people who may share similar interests? I have experience working with adolescents, young and middle aged adults, and older adults. I also have experience working with individuals in fandom based populations. I have experience working with a variety of issues such as grief and loss, sexual identity and gender exploration, self-esteem, relationship stressors, etc.
Are you experiencing grief or loss? Are you struggling with any relationship issues or identity concerns? Are you having a hard time adjusting to school, or feeling anxious about starting school or higher education? Perhaps you are struggling to connect with groups of people who may share similar interests? I have experience working with adolescents, young and middle aged adults, and older adults. I also have experience working with individuals in fandom based populations. I have experience working with a variety of issues such as grief and loss, sexual identity and gender exploration, self-esteem, relationship stressors, etc.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.