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Maria R. Hebrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mandeville, LA 70448
With children & families, I enjoy utilizing play-based modalities via gentle-expressive methods involving: music, art, sand, books, movies, writing, pop culture, & animals (when appropriate).
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?
With children & families, I enjoy utilizing play-based modalities via gentle-expressive methods involving: music, art, sand, books, movies, writing, pop culture, & animals (when appropriate).
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?
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Kate Daigle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
Waitlist for new clients
I also like to incorporate play and art.
Hello and welcome! I have been a social worker for 20 years and work with children, adolescents, and adults. My clients work on a variety of topics, such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, behavior issues, just to name a few. My goal is to treat each person as a unique individual, working with each person to ensure they are getting the care specific to their needs.
I also like to incorporate play and art.
Hello and welcome! I have been a social worker for 20 years and work with children, adolescents, and adults. My clients work on a variety of topics, such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, behavior issues, just to name a few. My goal is to treat each person as a unique individual, working with each person to ensure they are getting the care specific to their needs.
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Robin Toler and Associates
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ATR-BC, LAC, AIT-C
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Art therapy, Advanced Integrative Therapy and licensed addiction counseling are specialty areas.
Are you sick and tired of being stuck and feeling pained because of trauma and past painful experiences? Are you not sure about your life story and what it really means to be you? Do you feel slighted, and minimized by others? Do you have few people who really understand where you are coming from? Trauma can bring and keep individuals down sometimes with and even without provocation. If you have not been helped by talk therapy then art therapy coupled with Advanced Integrative Therapy and/or addiction counseling may put you on the fast track to recovery.
Art therapy, Advanced Integrative Therapy and licensed addiction counseling are specialty areas.
Are you sick and tired of being stuck and feeling pained because of trauma and past painful experiences? Are you not sure about your life story and what it really means to be you? Do you feel slighted, and minimized by others? Do you have few people who really understand where you are coming from? Trauma can bring and keep individuals down sometimes with and even without provocation. If you have not been helped by talk therapy then art therapy coupled with Advanced Integrative Therapy and/or addiction counseling may put you on the fast track to recovery.
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Bahareh Mirian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70115
It is not necessary to have any art making experience to engage in this process.
Connection is the foundation to welcoming meaningful growth. Meeting you where you're at is our starting place and building community is where we'll grow. By utilizing art therapy and a trauma-informed therapeutic approach you can progress towards the life you desire. Together, we can cultivate and integrate a healthy sense of personalized wellbeing and success. My training and experiences allow me to support individuals across the lifespan in navigating a variety of struggles including but not limited to racial stress and trauma, complex traumas, anxiety, depression, self-esteem needs, self-advocacy, and relationship issues.
It is not necessary to have any art making experience to engage in this process.
Connection is the foundation to welcoming meaningful growth. Meeting you where you're at is our starting place and building community is where we'll grow. By utilizing art therapy and a trauma-informed therapeutic approach you can progress towards the life you desire. Together, we can cultivate and integrate a healthy sense of personalized wellbeing and success. My training and experiences allow me to support individuals across the lifespan in navigating a variety of struggles including but not limited to racial stress and trauma, complex traumas, anxiety, depression, self-esteem needs, self-advocacy, and relationship issues.
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Dr. Ashley Constance Carey, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70053
TODAY'S COUNSELORS ARE VITAL MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY TEAM. THEY HELP ALL PEOPLE IN THE AREAS OF ACADEMIC/CAREER ACHIEVEMENT, PERSONAL/SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CONFLICT RESOLUTION, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, TRAUMA, DIVORCE, GRIEF, FAMILY COUNSELING, COUPLES' COUNSELING, AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT... She primarily works with children ages 10-15 with various modalities of therapy including, but not limited to play therapy, talk therapy, art therapy and music therapy and their family members. She also specializes in couples' and family therapy.
TODAY'S COUNSELORS ARE VITAL MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY TEAM. THEY HELP ALL PEOPLE IN THE AREAS OF ACADEMIC/CAREER ACHIEVEMENT, PERSONAL/SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CONFLICT RESOLUTION, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, TRAUMA, DIVORCE, GRIEF, FAMILY COUNSELING, COUPLES' COUNSELING, AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT... She primarily works with children ages 10-15 with various modalities of therapy including, but not limited to play therapy, talk therapy, art therapy and music therapy and their family members. She also specializes in couples' and family therapy.
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NOLA Art Therapy and Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC , NCC, ICST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
We have 5 other clinicians on staff including three art therapists and counselors and a clinical social worker.
In life, there are many things that feel out of our control. The therapeutic process will help you put energy into the things that you can control. This is done by focusing on the counseling relationship, building trust and commitment in the process by being genuine and authentic with clients to help them successfully navigate through challenging situations. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
We have 5 other clinicians on staff including three art therapists and counselors and a clinical social worker.
In life, there are many things that feel out of our control. The therapeutic process will help you put energy into the things that you can control. This is done by focusing on the counseling relationship, building trust and commitment in the process by being genuine and authentic with clients to help them successfully navigate through challenging situations. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
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Shalonda Elizabeth Cohea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70508
Also, I offer art, mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Does life seem overwhelming at times? Sometimes we struggle with trying to find the right balance. I want to help you build on skills that you have in order to help you live a happy, balanced life. My focus is working with adolescents and young adults. However, all age groups are welcomed. I help with ADHD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and difficult transitions.
Also, I offer art, mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Does life seem overwhelming at times? Sometimes we struggle with trying to find the right balance. I want to help you build on skills that you have in order to help you live a happy, balanced life. My focus is working with adolescents and young adults. However, all age groups are welcomed. I help with ADHD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and difficult transitions.
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NOLA Art Therapy and Counseling, LLC
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
We have 5 other clinicians on staff including three other art therapists and counselors, a clinical social worker, and a counselor who utilizes talk, art, sandtray and play.
Sometimes extra help and support are needed to successfully navigate through the challenging and difficult situations that arise in life. By seeking therapy, you will receive our support while we work as a team to better understand your challenging life situations. If you make a commitment to change and work on improving yourself and your situation, therapy can give you the tools you need to face future life challenges. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
We have 5 other clinicians on staff including three other art therapists and counselors, a clinical social worker, and a counselor who utilizes talk, art, sandtray and play.
Sometimes extra help and support are needed to successfully navigate through the challenging and difficult situations that arise in life. By seeking therapy, you will receive our support while we work as a team to better understand your challenging life situations. If you make a commitment to change and work on improving yourself and your situation, therapy can give you the tools you need to face future life challenges. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
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Portia Gordon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, RPT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor. I am currently accepting LPCAs for supervision in Texas, clients with insurance in Louisiana, and those paying out of pocket in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida. I specialize in working with the Queer community, BIPOC, survivors of trauma, those in polyamorous relationships, dealing with depression and anxiety, and those participating in sex work. I have sessions available on evenings, weekends, and virtual to accommodate work schedules and allow counseling to be a priority that you can keep.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor. I am currently accepting LPCAs for supervision in Texas, clients with insurance in Louisiana, and those paying out of pocket in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida. I specialize in working with the Queer community, BIPOC, survivors of trauma, those in polyamorous relationships, dealing with depression and anxiety, and those participating in sex work. I have sessions available on evenings, weekends, and virtual to accommodate work schedules and allow counseling to be a priority that you can keep.
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Courtney Sandoz Copell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Opelousas, LA 70570
Waitlist for new clients
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
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Kayce Domingue
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70806 (Online Only)
You may feel like you've been trapped in a wrestling match vs. life, left bruised, defeated, or confused. Maybe all you need is the right support in your corner coaching you through?! I have a strong passion for supporting teens, young adults, and adults motivated to improve the quality of their life and their relationship with self/others. Growing up can be TOUGH & adulting can be ROUGH! Inner Works Counseling was created to help you gain peace through INNER reflecting, nurturing, and healing. Providing a warm and judgement free space, I'm here to help you navigate the burdens that limit your overall fulfillment in life. <3
You may feel like you've been trapped in a wrestling match vs. life, left bruised, defeated, or confused. Maybe all you need is the right support in your corner coaching you through?! I have a strong passion for supporting teens, young adults, and adults motivated to improve the quality of their life and their relationship with self/others. Growing up can be TOUGH & adulting can be ROUGH! Inner Works Counseling was created to help you gain peace through INNER reflecting, nurturing, and healing. Providing a warm and judgement free space, I'm here to help you navigate the burdens that limit your overall fulfillment in life. <3
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Stephanie Hebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70506
Waitlist for new clients
My career has been dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and young adults achieve balance and direction through a strengths-based lens. After serving as a school counselor for over 6 years and in private practice for 3, I have come to recognize the significant role mental health plays on performance, friendships, family dynamics, and overall well-being. I understand the constant struggles of juggling current responsibilities while also trying your best to plan ahead and work toward your goals. This is where I come in.
My career has been dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and young adults achieve balance and direction through a strengths-based lens. After serving as a school counselor for over 6 years and in private practice for 3, I have come to recognize the significant role mental health plays on performance, friendships, family dynamics, and overall well-being. I understand the constant struggles of juggling current responsibilities while also trying your best to plan ahead and work toward your goals. This is where I come in.
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Breanne Bourgeois
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Prairieville, LA 70769
Hi, I'm Bre! I work with individuals who are struggling with various challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and the overwhelming stress and demands of life. In addition to individual counseling, I provide relationship counseling and counseling for children, partners and families going through the process of divorce. I believe in the power of relationships and work diligently to assist partners and families in rebuilding communication and strengthening their bonds.
Hi, I'm Bre! I work with individuals who are struggling with various challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and the overwhelming stress and demands of life. In addition to individual counseling, I provide relationship counseling and counseling for children, partners and families going through the process of divorce. I believe in the power of relationships and work diligently to assist partners and families in rebuilding communication and strengthening their bonds.
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Caitlin Riddle - Therapist - LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70114 (Online Only)
In sessions, we’ll collaborate. We'll process in a way that speaks to you, at a pace that works for you. Are you experiencing loss? Do you want to explore what's holding you back? Are you prioritizing your next moves? Let's talk about it. You will not be "too much" in my office. As a clinician, I believe our grief journeys are complex and dynamic. I understand that pain shows up differently in different people. I relate to experiencing stress on the body and mind. I know that YOU are the expert on your life. We'll tap into that expertise in our sessions. The goals we set are led by you!
In sessions, we’ll collaborate. We'll process in a way that speaks to you, at a pace that works for you. Are you experiencing loss? Do you want to explore what's holding you back? Are you prioritizing your next moves? Let's talk about it. You will not be "too much" in my office. As a clinician, I believe our grief journeys are complex and dynamic. I understand that pain shows up differently in different people. I relate to experiencing stress on the body and mind. I know that YOU are the expert on your life. We'll tap into that expertise in our sessions. The goals we set are led by you!
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Christopher L Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHP, LPC-S, LCS
Verified Verified
Prairieville, LA 70769
Waitlist for new clients
I take an eclectic approach and use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Reality Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused, Reality Based, and psycho-education to individuals age 5 and up. My theory is that when people have hope and can learn to challenge and replace irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change.
I take an eclectic approach and use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Reality Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused, Reality Based, and psycho-education to individuals age 5 and up. My theory is that when people have hope and can learn to challenge and replace irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change.
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I am a licensed master social worker with experience in crisis intervention, domestic violence, anger management and facilitating services for families who experienced grief and trauma. I have counseling experience with adults and children both individual & groups. I utilize evidence based interventions, meeting participants where they are, introducing mindfulness, meditation and various expressions through arts & crafts.
I am a licensed master social worker with experience in crisis intervention, domestic violence, anger management and facilitating services for families who experienced grief and trauma. I have counseling experience with adults and children both individual & groups. I utilize evidence based interventions, meeting participants where they are, introducing mindfulness, meditation and various expressions through arts & crafts.
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Amber Kathleen Ackermann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
At AKA Counseling, we believe that when it comes to healing, there is no deadline. Everyone just wants to feel heard and know that they are not alone in their therapeutic healing journey. Emotional growth takes time and patience, which is met with support, compassion, and understanding at AKA Counseling. As a counselor, I work alongside my clients to establish a therapeutic relationship that provides a foundation to identify goals and move toward success as a team.
At AKA Counseling, we believe that when it comes to healing, there is no deadline. Everyone just wants to feel heard and know that they are not alone in their therapeutic healing journey. Emotional growth takes time and patience, which is met with support, compassion, and understanding at AKA Counseling. As a counselor, I work alongside my clients to establish a therapeutic relationship that provides a foundation to identify goals and move toward success as a team.
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70113
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
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Hayden Jernigan
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, P-LPC, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70121
I work with individuals seeking lasting change but needing clarity and direction on how to achieve it. Has your life been impacted by sexually addictive behaviors? Have you experienced trouble in your marriage as a result? Do you struggle with unwanted sexual acting out? I specialize in helping clients and/or partners uncover root issues and take practical steps toward living 'the good life.' I focus on helping people heal from sexually addictive behaviors, traumatic experiences, and relational challenges that tie into the whole. Together, we can move towards creating a felt sense of peace and stability in all aspects of your life.
I work with individuals seeking lasting change but needing clarity and direction on how to achieve it. Has your life been impacted by sexually addictive behaviors? Have you experienced trouble in your marriage as a result? Do you struggle with unwanted sexual acting out? I specialize in helping clients and/or partners uncover root issues and take practical steps toward living 'the good life.' I focus on helping people heal from sexually addictive behaviors, traumatic experiences, and relational challenges that tie into the whole. Together, we can move towards creating a felt sense of peace and stability in all aspects of your life.
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Jovel C Finney-Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70131
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.
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.
Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.