Therapists in Marrero, LA
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Debbie Hartzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Marrero, LA 70072 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Debbie Hartzo I have an LMSW license with twenty years providing social work-counseling and use DBT therapy to clients in need. I volunteered for ten years serving individuals that were underserved and oppressed. I earned my Bachelors in Social Work from Grambling State University and my Masters in Social Work from Grambling State University I’ve worked in many different clinical settings ever since. I am a passionate and an empathetic therapist with strong counseling abilities and an understanding of interpersonal familial relationships. I have experience leading clients through depression and anxiety.
Hello, I am Debbie Hartzo I have an LMSW license with twenty years providing social work-counseling and use DBT therapy to clients in need. I volunteered for ten years serving individuals that were underserved and oppressed. I earned my Bachelors in Social Work from Grambling State University and my Masters in Social Work from Grambling State University I’ve worked in many different clinical settings ever since. I am a passionate and an empathetic therapist with strong counseling abilities and an understanding of interpersonal familial relationships. I have experience leading clients through depression and anxiety.
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Beth Anne Smith
Counselor, MHS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marrero, LA 70072 (Online Only)
Life can be so hard and complicated. We can encounter obstacles from any given direction and it is easy to let ourselves be affected by this. No matter how little or deep your situation is the first step is realizing you need help. This can be so difficult for so many people. I offer you a safe, empathic and caring environment to express yourself and your needs. Once you make the decision to move forward with counseling, I will make this process as easy for you as possible.
Life can be so hard and complicated. We can encounter obstacles from any given direction and it is easy to let ourselves be affected by this. No matter how little or deep your situation is the first step is realizing you need help. This can be so difficult for so many people. I offer you a safe, empathic and caring environment to express yourself and your needs. Once you make the decision to move forward with counseling, I will make this process as easy for you as possible.
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Cori (Corrine) J Shelton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, NCC, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marrero, LA 70072
I am doing what I was born to do! My specialization, Marriage and Family Therapy, is also my passion. I help you to get to what is breaking your heart in your relationship, and to create a plan to make the gradual changes that are needed to have the ROCK Solid relationship you desire. Through the use of therapeutic interventions designed to teach the nature of "real" listening, assertiveness, anger insight and other skills needed to communicate effectively, I teach you to confront without offending, to argue resolutely, and to express yourself successfully in order to get your needs met.
I am doing what I was born to do! My specialization, Marriage and Family Therapy, is also my passion. I help you to get to what is breaking your heart in your relationship, and to create a plan to make the gradual changes that are needed to have the ROCK Solid relationship you desire. Through the use of therapeutic interventions designed to teach the nature of "real" listening, assertiveness, anger insight and other skills needed to communicate effectively, I teach you to confront without offending, to argue resolutely, and to express yourself successfully in order to get your needs met.
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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.
Dr. Tiffany Duckworth-Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Marrero, LA 70072
Our journey through life can often be difficult to manange and navigate. Life can be uncertain at times. Often you may find yourself living day to day, trying to figure out what path you should navigate. As a counselor, I am here to help you navigate through those difficult times in your life. The journey may not be easy, but you are worth the journey! Through your journey, I will assist you in working through the places that are painful for you. It is important to take time to become a healthier you! Therapy is a process! Trust the process! This mountain will pass! Take life one day at at time.
Our journey through life can often be difficult to manange and navigate. Life can be uncertain at times. Often you may find yourself living day to day, trying to figure out what path you should navigate. As a counselor, I am here to help you navigate through those difficult times in your life. The journey may not be easy, but you are worth the journey! Through your journey, I will assist you in working through the places that are painful for you. It is important to take time to become a healthier you! Therapy is a process! Trust the process! This mountain will pass! Take life one day at at time.
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Jamie Grayce
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marrero, LA 70072
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities. I am passionate about working with people on the autism spectrum and those diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, DMDD, anxiety, and depression, as well as parents of children with disabilities.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities. I am passionate about working with people on the autism spectrum and those diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, DMDD, anxiety, and depression, as well as parents of children with disabilities.
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I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) and have experience in utilizing CBT, person-centered, Eclectic/Integrative, MI, Play-Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Systems approach to help you meet your therapeutic goals.
I work with individuals and families who are experiencing mental health, marital issues, suicidal thoughts, grief, loss, and other issues that can be very challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Reducing your symptoms and improving your daily functioning is my goal. I provide support and counseling to clients from diverse backgrounds, personalities, and cultures. Services are delivered with respect, enthusiasm, and professionalism. Together you and I will collaborate to develop a treatment plan to meet your individual or family needs.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) and have experience in utilizing CBT, person-centered, Eclectic/Integrative, MI, Play-Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Systems approach to help you meet your therapeutic goals.
I work with individuals and families who are experiencing mental health, marital issues, suicidal thoughts, grief, loss, and other issues that can be very challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Reducing your symptoms and improving your daily functioning is my goal. I provide support and counseling to clients from diverse backgrounds, personalities, and cultures. Services are delivered with respect, enthusiasm, and professionalism. Together you and I will collaborate to develop a treatment plan to meet your individual or family needs.
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Mecca Major Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCAPT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70117 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
with research focused on delinquent behavior and parenting issues.
Welcome, and thank you for allowing me to help you through these tough times. As a licensed therapist, I have had many experiences with individuals suffering setbacks. Take a look at my profile for more information on my expertise in counseling. You can rest easy knowing that you have made the right decision to get the help you need. I am here to help you through this process, helping you to make the best decisions that fit your needs. As a therapist, you will find that I am flexible and mild-mannered, but I am also a strong motivator when needed while seeking to know the individual on a deeper level.
with research focused on delinquent behavior and parenting issues.
Welcome, and thank you for allowing me to help you through these tough times. As a licensed therapist, I have had many experiences with individuals suffering setbacks. Take a look at my profile for more information on my expertise in counseling. You can rest easy knowing that you have made the right decision to get the help you need. I am here to help you through this process, helping you to make the best decisions that fit your needs. As a therapist, you will find that I am flexible and mild-mannered, but I am also a strong motivator when needed while seeking to know the individual on a deeper level.
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Elizabeth Fontenelle Chisolm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MPH, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Belle Chasse, LA 70037 (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, with telecounseling.
You may find yourself needing support for all that's going on in your life and find few places and people to help you work through them. I'd like to offer you the option to work on your issues and life's challenges in the comfort of your home, with telecounseling sessions. You can find the peace and comfort you need with cognitive behavioral therapy on your schedule and take the stress of getting there out of the picture.
I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, with telecounseling.
You may find yourself needing support for all that's going on in your life and find few places and people to help you work through them. I'd like to offer you the option to work on your issues and life's challenges in the comfort of your home, with telecounseling sessions. You can find the peace and comfort you need with cognitive behavioral therapy on your schedule and take the stress of getting there out of the picture.
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Jovel C Finney-Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70131
I have experience working with adults, children and adolescents with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and behavioral issues and experienced or witnessed trauma.
Are you worried, stressed, depressed, feeling hopeless about life's situations or want to restore broken relationships? I can help! Life can bring on many challenges and stressors and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in providing mental health services, I am here for you.
I have experience working with adults, children and adolescents with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and behavioral issues and experienced or witnessed trauma.
Are you worried, stressed, depressed, feeling hopeless about life's situations or want to restore broken relationships? I can help! Life can bring on many challenges and stressors and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in providing mental health services, I am here for you.
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Dr. April Johnson-Dumas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70131
I provide specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and mood disorders.
I want to help you become the best version of yourself that you desire to be. Through a safe space, you are allowed to work through the challenges that are interfering with you living your best life. It is my goal that through our journey together you will heal emotional wounds and develop the coping skills necessary to deal with life's uncertainties.
I provide specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral, and mood disorders.
I want to help you become the best version of yourself that you desire to be. Through a safe space, you are allowed to work through the challenges that are interfering with you living your best life. It is my goal that through our journey together you will heal emotional wounds and develop the coping skills necessary to deal with life's uncertainties.
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Up Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002 (Online Only)
When appropriate, I offer strategies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solutions-focused therapy.
Do feelings of anxiety and depression weigh you down? Often people don't realize how much mental health issues are affecting them until they start to feel better. Many clients I work with have struggled with feeling worried, sad, or experiencing low energy. Others were coping with major life transitions and sought therapy when they were feeling overwhelmed. I have several years of experience in applying effective therapy techniques that can help you find relief from these and other concerns. Plus, therapy isn't only about feeling better, it can also help you develop a life that's more worth living.
When appropriate, I offer strategies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solutions-focused therapy.
Do feelings of anxiety and depression weigh you down? Often people don't realize how much mental health issues are affecting them until they start to feel better. Many clients I work with have struggled with feeling worried, sad, or experiencing low energy. Others were coping with major life transitions and sought therapy when they were feeling overwhelmed. I have several years of experience in applying effective therapy techniques that can help you find relief from these and other concerns. Plus, therapy isn't only about feeling better, it can also help you develop a life that's more worth living.
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William K Lieder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
William practices standard cognitive- behavior therapy for most conditions.
William Lieder, LCSW-BACS, has earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Tulane. He is licensed by the State of Louisiana as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. He also has a designation to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama and Florida. He has over 25 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults and families using individual and family therapy.
William practices standard cognitive- behavior therapy for most conditions.
William Lieder, LCSW-BACS, has earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Tulane. He is licensed by the State of Louisiana as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. He also has a designation to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama and Florida. He has over 25 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults and families using individual and family therapy.
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Allison Lindsey Durant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
Guided by your goals, I incorporate varying counseling techniques from Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Feminist Theory and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
Feeling stuck, out of sorts, off balance? Maybe you have an issue you'd like to tackle or have no idea why you are feeling this way. I believe you are the expert and view the counseling relationship as one of team work based in trust, understanding, support, and safety, allowing you to explore, define, and navigate life's challenges while developing and realizing goals for an authentic or improved life.
Guided by your goals, I incorporate varying counseling techniques from Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Feminist Theory and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
Feeling stuck, out of sorts, off balance? Maybe you have an issue you'd like to tackle or have no idea why you are feeling this way. I believe you are the expert and view the counseling relationship as one of team work based in trust, understanding, support, and safety, allowing you to explore, define, and navigate life's challenges while developing and realizing goals for an authentic or improved life.
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Gail M. Winsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHP
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70001 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been servicing the mental health profession for more than 20 years. I see counseling as a process in which you the client, and I, the Therapist have come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work systematically toward realizing those goals. I approach counseling from a Cognitive- Behavioral perspective in that patterns of thought and action is explored to better understand the clients’ problems and develop solutions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been servicing the mental health profession for more than 20 years. I see counseling as a process in which you the client, and I, the Therapist have come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work systematically toward realizing those goals. I approach counseling from a Cognitive- Behavioral perspective in that patterns of thought and action is explored to better understand the clients’ problems and develop solutions.
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Gasper James Bongiovani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002
I employ cognitive behavioral intervention to assist the individual in realizing their own untapped potential and strengths.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, addressing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family issues, relationships, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, personality disorder, behavioral challenges, etc. I have 16 years of experience providing intensive outpatient counseling to individuals and groups. I strongly believe that counseling is a partnership between the therapist and the client, designed to arrive at the needed objectives and goals. Whereas the therapist has skills and training, the client is always the expert on themselves and their families. Only through working together with regard for the dignity and worth of each individual can challenges be alleviated and strengths enhanced.
I employ cognitive behavioral intervention to assist the individual in realizing their own untapped potential and strengths.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, addressing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family issues, relationships, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, personality disorder, behavioral challenges, etc. I have 16 years of experience providing intensive outpatient counseling to individuals and groups. I strongly believe that counseling is a partnership between the therapist and the client, designed to arrive at the needed objectives and goals. Whereas the therapist has skills and training, the client is always the expert on themselves and their families. Only through working together with regard for the dignity and worth of each individual can challenges be alleviated and strengths enhanced.
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Elysia H. Glynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
My theoretical orientation is rooted in Attachment Theory, and the treatment modalities I use are Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and mindfulness.
UPDATE: REMOTE (TELEHEALTH) COUNSELING AVAILABLE. Therapy is a journey of healing and change. In my practice, I aim to tailor my clinical expertise to best fit your needs. Together, we will identify what you can do to improve relationships, better understand and accept your emotions and live in the present moment. You will have the opportunity to explore the areas of your life you would like to change as well as learn to use the tools to accept and commit to your longterm health and happiness.
My theoretical orientation is rooted in Attachment Theory, and the treatment modalities I use are Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and mindfulness.
UPDATE: REMOTE (TELEHEALTH) COUNSELING AVAILABLE. Therapy is a journey of healing and change. In my practice, I aim to tailor my clinical expertise to best fit your needs. Together, we will identify what you can do to improve relationships, better understand and accept your emotions and live in the present moment. You will have the opportunity to explore the areas of your life you would like to change as well as learn to use the tools to accept and commit to your longterm health and happiness.
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Eric Bussey
Provisional Professional Clinical Counselor, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70001
I offer several therapeutic approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and person-centered therapy.
Immediate availability! I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Each person's path is unique, and our sessions will focus on what you need and what matters most to you. In our work together, you'll find a warm, welcoming space where every part of you is accepted. Life is filled with challenges, and therapy can provide a safe space to discover new ways of managing and overcoming these challenges.
I offer several therapeutic approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and person-centered therapy.
Immediate availability! I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Each person's path is unique, and our sessions will focus on what you need and what matters most to you. In our work together, you'll find a warm, welcoming space where every part of you is accepted. Life is filled with challenges, and therapy can provide a safe space to discover new ways of managing and overcoming these challenges.
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I provide a wide variety of specialty services that focus on Anxiety, Depression, trauma, personality disorders, PTSD, emotional health issues, behavior issues, sexuality issues, weight issues, addictive disorders, HIV/AIDS and end of life issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in private practice. By far, we are destined to change. I am seeking clients who are ready to build something new in order to change something old. I am ready to help you jump start your life transformation. With utilizing various evidence based practices, I will be able to help you refocus and reconnect with yourself despite life adversities. Another successful key part to my approach is helping clients build resilience in the face of a problem. My goal is to meet clients where they and provide tools to help them on a positive path to growth and wellbeing.
I provide a wide variety of specialty services that focus on Anxiety, Depression, trauma, personality disorders, PTSD, emotional health issues, behavior issues, sexuality issues, weight issues, addictive disorders, HIV/AIDS and end of life issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in private practice. By far, we are destined to change. I am seeking clients who are ready to build something new in order to change something old. I am ready to help you jump start your life transformation. With utilizing various evidence based practices, I will be able to help you refocus and reconnect with yourself despite life adversities. Another successful key part to my approach is helping clients build resilience in the face of a problem. My goal is to meet clients where they and provide tools to help them on a positive path to growth and wellbeing.
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I conduct developmental (including autism assessment) and psychoeducational assessments to identify obstacles to socialization and learning, and develop recommendations for IEP/504 plans. I work with parents to help how they relate to their infants/toddlers, children, and teens, particularly tough kids (i.e. oppositional defiant) and children with other daily struggles. I also perform gifted assessments for preschool and school-aged children. For individuals struggling with life transitions, or issues related to anxiety and ADHD, I conduct cognitive- behavioral and organizational training to promote improvements to daily functioning.
I conduct developmental (including autism assessment) and psychoeducational assessments to identify obstacles to socialization and learning, and develop recommendations for IEP/504 plans. I work with parents to help how they relate to their infants/toddlers, children, and teens, particularly tough kids (i.e. oppositional defiant) and children with other daily struggles. I also perform gifted assessments for preschool and school-aged children. For individuals struggling with life transitions, or issues related to anxiety and ADHD, I conduct cognitive- behavioral and organizational training to promote improvements to daily functioning.
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Behavioral Issues Therapists
What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?
No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.
What therapy types help with behavioral issues?
Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.
How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?
Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.
How effective is therapy for behavior issues?
Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.