Therapists Beginning With Z in Louisiana

I have experience working in private practice and substance abuse treatment. I enjoy helping people with issues related to addiction and recovery, anxiety, stress management, depression, grief and loss, and self-esteem.

Are you a high achieving African American woman who has found yourself desiring to: heal improve your boundaries, communication, or have more clarity about the decisions you need to make in life (Personal & Professional)? You’re tired of being the strong one and you’re also at a place in life where you want to be authentically you. You’re ready to experience the things in life you consider luxury. You're ready to change but you're unsure about the unknown. And the unknown brings fear because that means you don't have control. You're ready to ditch the plan that you have followed but no longer makes you happy.

Hello! Are you seeking therapy for any of the following: Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety & stress? Isolating, or at a standstill due to depression? Is unresolved trauma hindering your ability to thrive? Are you in a relationship that no one else understands or approves of? If so, I am here to help you restructure your thoughts & behaviors, develop healthy & nurturing relationships, learn new skills to minimize the impact of distressing situations, build self-esteem & self-confidence, enhance self awareness, & find or rediscover your true purpose. My clinical work has equally been with adolescents & adults for over eighteen years.

Congratulations! You have taken the first and most difficult step on your journey to a healthier you. As you begin, know that two things are certain. You are not the problem, and neither is your loved one. Your problem is the problem. I enjoy helping people navigate “problems” and overcoming them. I consider myself a mental health advocate but not in a traditional way. As a therapist, I advocate on behalf of the people in the room; even if I am advocating for you on behalf of yourself. I am here to destigmatize mental health illness and redirect the focus to mental health awareness.

What do you desire most? Many people are searching for peace and contentment, but finding that in today's world can be difficult. Having received specialized training in improving emotional connections, coupled with 17 years of counseling experience, has given me the skills necessary for helping people find the enjoyment of life they have been seeking.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am committed to providing quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families. It is a hard decision sometimes to seek support and I am committed to making the therapy process comfortable and insightful. I have several years of experience in the field of social work and I am focused on meeting the potential needs of the client.

Are you struggling with compulsive porn use, relationship conflict, anger, stress, or obsessive thoughts? With the help of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), hope, respect, self-control, and intimacy can be actualized. In DBT, clients are deeply validated while also learning and reinforcing life-changing behavioral and cognitive skills. Some rewards of working these skills include present-moment awareness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. You can find peace.

Are you a betrayed partner grappling with the effects of infidelity? Are you facing divorce or trying to recover from divorce? Infidelity, relationship turmoil, and divorce can turn your world upside down, causing anxiety, stress, sleepless nights, lack of focus. It can even make you uncertain of who you are and what is real. All of this confusion leads to you feeling you that can't trust yourself or your own intuition.

Welcome. I'm so glad you're here. Life can just be hard at times, but you are not alone. Whatever the issue - relationships, loss, trauma, illness, adjustments - I listen to understand your challenges. In a safe and supportive environment, we will explore the sources and dynamics of these difficulties. We collaboratively develop insights and skills to cultivate the flourishing that you seek. If you feel stuck, if you don't understand what needs to change, if you want a trustworthy 'neutral' and insightful person to talk with, I'm here for you. There is a way forward.