Therapists in Ouachita Parish, LA
![Photo of Lesley Lowman, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/472fcc90-3aed-4fa6-8c85-36aabffcd140/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lesley Lowman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroe, LA 71201
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. It could be losing a loved one, a job or some other major life change. Maybe there’s conflict within your family or other close relationships. Sometimes you just feel sad, lonely, or confused about what to do next. And for others, there is something devastating from the past that feels impossible to move beyond. This is when counseling can help. It’s important to realize that you’re not alone and that help can be found, you just have to be willing to take that first scary step in asking for it.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. It could be losing a loved one, a job or some other major life change. Maybe there’s conflict within your family or other close relationships. Sometimes you just feel sad, lonely, or confused about what to do next. And for others, there is something devastating from the past that feels impossible to move beyond. This is when counseling can help. It’s important to realize that you’re not alone and that help can be found, you just have to be willing to take that first scary step in asking for it.
![Photo of Zenobia Wilson, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a2e2340e-c120-4edd-8f84-31c5944fcf47/1/320x400.jpeg)
Zenobia Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71203 (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, anxious, or struggling to cope? Know that you are not alone. I invite you to take the courageous step of reaching out for support. Whether you’re grappling with relationship issues, seeking to heal from past traumas, or simply looking for a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey.
Are you feeling lost, anxious, or struggling to cope? Know that you are not alone. I invite you to take the courageous step of reaching out for support. Whether you’re grappling with relationship issues, seeking to heal from past traumas, or simply looking for a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey.
![Photo of Shirley K. Coker, MA, LPC-S, RPT, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4dfa4bc8-db2e-44b7-aef8-a69c79a39ccb/3/320x400.jpeg)
Shirley K. Coker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
West Monroe, LA 71291
Sometimes the small things make the biggest difference and the largest challenges are not so big in perspective. I believe that participating in counseling can provide that perspective and be a most remarkable and rewarding journey. The counseling process is not always easy and can be quite difficult. Realizing this, I always feel so honored when my clients are willing to include me on their journey. I enjoy working with families and children as they determine who they want to become and are willing to do whatever necessary to make it happen.
Sometimes the small things make the biggest difference and the largest challenges are not so big in perspective. I believe that participating in counseling can provide that perspective and be a most remarkable and rewarding journey. The counseling process is not always easy and can be quite difficult. Realizing this, I always feel so honored when my clients are willing to include me on their journey. I enjoy working with families and children as they determine who they want to become and are willing to do whatever necessary to make it happen.
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Thomas C Estis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, LAC, Supervi
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71203
Thomas C. Estis, Ph.D. holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Social Work from Jackson State University and a Master of Arts in Substance Abuse Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana - Monroe; Dr. Estis’ credentials include national and state licensure: NCC, LPC, LPC-S , LMFT-BAS, LAC, and ICADC; Witnessing families in crisis for years prior to the addicted person entering treatment or recovery, Dr. Estis’ clinical research focuses the crisis necessary for the addicted person(s) to embrace treatment and ultimately recovery. Dr. Estis’ experiences spans more than two decades of personal and family counseling, speaking engagements including state and national level and COA background. Dominant therapeutic approaches include Gestalt and Existential Therapy which affords a holistic and spiritual roadmap for correlating the spiritual awakening stressed in the Twelve (12) Steps Recovery Programs. You can recovery if you are willing to do the work to achieve the results.
Thomas C. Estis, Ph.D. holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Social Work from Jackson State University and a Master of Arts in Substance Abuse Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisiana - Monroe; Dr. Estis’ credentials include national and state licensure: NCC, LPC, LPC-S , LMFT-BAS, LAC, and ICADC; Witnessing families in crisis for years prior to the addicted person entering treatment or recovery, Dr. Estis’ clinical research focuses the crisis necessary for the addicted person(s) to embrace treatment and ultimately recovery. Dr. Estis’ experiences spans more than two decades of personal and family counseling, speaking engagements including state and national level and COA background. Dominant therapeutic approaches include Gestalt and Existential Therapy which affords a holistic and spiritual roadmap for correlating the spiritual awakening stressed in the Twelve (12) Steps Recovery Programs. You can recovery if you are willing to do the work to achieve the results.
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I work with adults who have experienced challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, family separation, and stress.
I work with adults who have experienced challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, family separation, and stress.
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Valerie Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, LA 71203 (Online Only)
Valerie Williams is a highly skilled and compassionate Counselor at Wells of Life Counseling, specializing in providing support and guidance to individuals of all walks of life. With a firm belief that one can conquer all things through faith in God, Valerie Williams strives to empower individuals to develop a positive mindset and overcome any obstacles they may face.
Valerie Williams is a highly skilled and compassionate Counselor at Wells of Life Counseling, specializing in providing support and guidance to individuals of all walks of life. With a firm belief that one can conquer all things through faith in God, Valerie Williams strives to empower individuals to develop a positive mindset and overcome any obstacles they may face.
![Photo of Mark S DeBord, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cdb5d13-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Psychotherapy or counseling is a process of growth and problem solving. It is an effort that requires sincerity, hard work and commitment from the client(s) and the therapist. My commitment to you is to use my knowledge and skills to assist you in meeting your specific needs. Please take a look at my website for more information and feel free to give me a call. I am unique in that I am the one who answers the phone as I am a one-man operation. I will provide you with personal service. I look forward to hearing from you!
Psychotherapy or counseling is a process of growth and problem solving. It is an effort that requires sincerity, hard work and commitment from the client(s) and the therapist. My commitment to you is to use my knowledge and skills to assist you in meeting your specific needs. Please take a look at my website for more information and feel free to give me a call. I am unique in that I am the one who answers the phone as I am a one-man operation. I will provide you with personal service. I look forward to hearing from you!
![Photo of Brenda S Williams, MSW , LCSW , BACS, C-SSWS, CTRS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8b75251d-dfb2-4afb-b4d5-61c28506aad6/4/320x400.jpeg)
Brenda S Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW , BACS, C-SSWS, CTRS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, LA 71201 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients in 2024. Are you struggling with grief, stress, anxiety, or depression. You are not alone, and there is always support. BWilling Mental Health Counseling will help you navigate through those difficult roadblocks and put you back on the path of a meaningful and satisfying life.
Accepting New Clients in 2024. Are you struggling with grief, stress, anxiety, or depression. You are not alone, and there is always support. BWilling Mental Health Counseling will help you navigate through those difficult roadblocks and put you back on the path of a meaningful and satisfying life.
![Photo of Shimika B Daniels, MA, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6891d5f8-d421-42b5-ba69-c2910eec4b40/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shimika B Daniels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
West Monroe, LA 71291 (Online Only)
Growing up watching my grandmother struggle daily with mental illness, I naturally grew to have a heart for helping other people. I have spent the last decade of my life in the helping community and I believe that it is my life’s purpose to help people actualize the life they wish to have. I explain my position as a therapist by saying this to my clients, “It’s not my job to fix you because you are not broken. It’s my job to help you see things in a different way that will help you to function better” I welcome you as clients to embark on this journey of healing. It’s not always easy but the results with be so rewarding.
Growing up watching my grandmother struggle daily with mental illness, I naturally grew to have a heart for helping other people. I have spent the last decade of my life in the helping community and I believe that it is my life’s purpose to help people actualize the life they wish to have. I explain my position as a therapist by saying this to my clients, “It’s not my job to fix you because you are not broken. It’s my job to help you see things in a different way that will help you to function better” I welcome you as clients to embark on this journey of healing. It’s not always easy but the results with be so rewarding.
![Photo of Lori Allen - Strategic Counseling Solutions (West Monroe), LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1c98d7b8-9404-4def-9fb3-ff255e8861f4/1/320x400.png)
Strategic Counseling Solutions (West Monroe)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
West Monroe, LA 71291
We are a private practice Counseling Center in West Monroe, La. We have 10 Counselors as well as a Registered Dietician who practice in our West Monroe office. Please see the photo gallery and check out our website to learn more about each of them and their specialties. All of our Counselors are highly trained and experienced Mental Health Professionals who are ready to walk alongside you during difficult times and bring Hope, Healing, and Restoration to your life!
We are a private practice Counseling Center in West Monroe, La. We have 10 Counselors as well as a Registered Dietician who practice in our West Monroe office. Please see the photo gallery and check out our website to learn more about each of them and their specialties. All of our Counselors are highly trained and experienced Mental Health Professionals who are ready to walk alongside you during difficult times and bring Hope, Healing, and Restoration to your life!
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Jessi Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Monroe, LA 71291
I believe that what’s needed to overcome life’s challenges lies within all of us. It’s my job to help you tap into those inner strengths while advocating for you every step of the way. I feel passionate about helping people live an authentic and fulfilling life and believe that everyone deserves that. You are worthy and deserve to be seen, no matter what life has brought your way. I feel that one of the most important pieces of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and the client.
I believe that what’s needed to overcome life’s challenges lies within all of us. It’s my job to help you tap into those inner strengths while advocating for you every step of the way. I feel passionate about helping people live an authentic and fulfilling life and believe that everyone deserves that. You are worthy and deserve to be seen, no matter what life has brought your way. I feel that one of the most important pieces of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and the client.
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I enjoy being able to assist those who are in need of finding a way out of the darkness. Also, my practice focuses on the study of substance abuse/addiction counseling. I have experience working with children and geriatric populations. I think that telehealth and online therapy are very powerful tools that we have to bring our support to more people regardless of whether they are near or far.
I enjoy being able to assist those who are in need of finding a way out of the darkness. Also, my practice focuses on the study of substance abuse/addiction counseling. I have experience working with children and geriatric populations. I think that telehealth and online therapy are very powerful tools that we have to bring our support to more people regardless of whether they are near or far.
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Keyanna Gayden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71201 (Online Only)
My approach is psychoeducation on mental health and prevention interventions along with advocating for my clients to help normalize the experience of therapy.
My approach is psychoeducation on mental health and prevention interventions along with advocating for my clients to help normalize the experience of therapy.
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My goal as a therapist is to help my client/clients become equipped to live life fully. I believe people can change and I enjoy being a part of that. I value the therapeutic relationship and find that it provides a solid foundation for the client to learn and grow.
My goal as a therapist is to help my client/clients become equipped to live life fully. I believe people can change and I enjoy being a part of that. I value the therapeutic relationship and find that it provides a solid foundation for the client to learn and grow.
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Shannon Boyce (Choosing Change Counseling LLC.)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, BCST, BCCH
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71203
Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.
Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.
![Photo of Virginia Cruse, LPC-S, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d904e0b6-309e-4b1f-8518-815979e044ea/1/320x400.jpeg)
Virginia Cruse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, LA 71203 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, full of psychobabble and jargon. That is definitely not me! I want to help you achieve the solutions and life changes you are looking for while learning about yourself in new ways. Life is too short to surrender to depression, bad relationship patterns, or let trauma control us. Therapy gives us new tools to deal with life on life’s terms and the benefit of an objective, third-person perspective. We absolutely can be free of emotional pain and find meaning in our lives if we believe change is possible, we want to change, and we are willing to do the work.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, full of psychobabble and jargon. That is definitely not me! I want to help you achieve the solutions and life changes you are looking for while learning about yourself in new ways. Life is too short to surrender to depression, bad relationship patterns, or let trauma control us. Therapy gives us new tools to deal with life on life’s terms and the benefit of an objective, third-person perspective. We absolutely can be free of emotional pain and find meaning in our lives if we believe change is possible, we want to change, and we are willing to do the work.
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Abbi Jones Pruitt Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC-S, LMSW, LCDC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, LA 71203 (Online Only)
Board Certified, with over 20 years of experience in the mental health and social services field, I take pride in providing a safe and non-judgmental space for people to share their experiences and explore new ways of coping with life's challenges. Taking the first step to seek counseling takes courage. For some, it can be frightening, intimidating and uncomfortable; for others, embarrassing. My goal is to help make it one of the best decisions of your life! Allow me to guide and assist you in your journey.
Board Certified, with over 20 years of experience in the mental health and social services field, I take pride in providing a safe and non-judgmental space for people to share their experiences and explore new ways of coping with life's challenges. Taking the first step to seek counseling takes courage. For some, it can be frightening, intimidating and uncomfortable; for others, embarrassing. My goal is to help make it one of the best decisions of your life! Allow me to guide and assist you in your journey.
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Molly Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Monroe, LA 71291
I have a PhD in Marriage & Family Therapy and am licensed as an LPC and LMFT. I have experience working with all ages, and with a wide variety of presenting complaints. I am interested in clients who are ready to see the changes in their lives they have envisioned.
I have a PhD in Marriage & Family Therapy and am licensed as an LPC and LMFT. I have experience working with all ages, and with a wide variety of presenting complaints. I am interested in clients who are ready to see the changes in their lives they have envisioned.
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My passion is to help you enjoy your life and to flourish in all that you do! We work together in a respectful, caring and confidential environment. We all need help with our problems from time to time! Everyone has natural talents and successes that are waiting to emerge. Let's find out what will be helpful to you! Available in Ruston and Monroe.
My passion is to help you enjoy your life and to flourish in all that you do! We work together in a respectful, caring and confidential environment. We all need help with our problems from time to time! Everyone has natural talents and successes that are waiting to emerge. Let's find out what will be helpful to you! Available in Ruston and Monroe.
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Center for Counseling & Psychological Resources
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Monroe, LA 71292
CCPR offers services for clients who may be dealing with a variety of issues. We want to treat the whole client, to understand your personal, family, professional, and social needs and goals so we can tailor services that are personalized for you. Clients are not all the same to us, and we feel that your individuality and personality should determine the kind of environment you need from your counselor. Our licensed psychologists offer an array of assessments for adults and children that enhance our ability to efficiently and effectively address your specific needs.
CCPR offers services for clients who may be dealing with a variety of issues. We want to treat the whole client, to understand your personal, family, professional, and social needs and goals so we can tailor services that are personalized for you. Clients are not all the same to us, and we feel that your individuality and personality should determine the kind of environment you need from your counselor. Our licensed psychologists offer an array of assessments for adults and children that enhance our ability to efficiently and effectively address your specific needs.
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Number of Therapists in Ouachita Parish, LA
100+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Ouachita Parish, LA who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Coping Skills |
74% | Stress |
73% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
77% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
76% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Ouachita Parish, LA see their clients
73% | In Person and Online | |
27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |