Marriage Counseling Therapists in Bossier City, LA
My areas of focus in clinical work include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, marital and family, children, self esteem, grief, and trauma.
Providing comfort, promoting growth, and helping to produce life change. My heart and mindset for this practice surrounds providing a secure environment where each client has the ability to utilize therapy for their specific need. As a therapist, my main objective is to meet the needs of each individual and provide services that promote growth as well as providing a safe, foundational environment and to assist my clients in discovering peace and prosperity that they desire.
My areas of focus in clinical work include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, marital and family, children, self esteem, grief, and trauma.
Providing comfort, promoting growth, and helping to produce life change. My heart and mindset for this practice surrounds providing a secure environment where each client has the ability to utilize therapy for their specific need. As a therapist, my main objective is to meet the needs of each individual and provide services that promote growth as well as providing a safe, foundational environment and to assist my clients in discovering peace and prosperity that they desire.
Whether you are living like roommates and feeling dissatisfied, riding the roller coaster of infertility, or you are engaged and want to begin your marriage as a strong team, I can help.
I help couples learn to communicate better, fight in a healthy & effective way, and become better friends and partners. My signature program is a 9-step roadmap to improve your friendship, conflict resolution skills, and connection to become a team. Part of the process is a strength-based assessment that helps identify the strengths and areas that need improvement. I believe improving your primary relationship will have positive ripple effects for the rest of your life. For more information, please visit my website: www.CounselingConnectionsLA.com. I am currently accepting Self-pay clients. FB page: Stacie Hildebrand Coaching
Whether you are living like roommates and feeling dissatisfied, riding the roller coaster of infertility, or you are engaged and want to begin your marriage as a strong team, I can help.
I help couples learn to communicate better, fight in a healthy & effective way, and become better friends and partners. My signature program is a 9-step roadmap to improve your friendship, conflict resolution skills, and connection to become a team. Part of the process is a strength-based assessment that helps identify the strengths and areas that need improvement. I believe improving your primary relationship will have positive ripple effects for the rest of your life. For more information, please visit my website: www.CounselingConnectionsLA.com. I am currently accepting Self-pay clients. FB page: Stacie Hildebrand Coaching
I specialize in working with adolescents (aged 12 and up), adults, and families, and have clinical experience in a wide variety of areas including depression, bipolar, marriage and family, parenting, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phoblas, spirituality, addictions, personality disorders, domestic abuse, bullying, adjustment issues, communication, career, and multicultural issues.
My approach to counseling is to build a trusting, working partnership with my clients to assist and support them in identifying problems and obstacles which negatively impact emotional, relational, and functional wellbeing and to find effective, practical strategies for improving quality of life. I will collaborate with you to develop an individual, and personalized plan, consistent with your values and goals, and using research-based methods to assist you in achieving long-term, positive changes. In order to do this I draw from my experiences working with adolescents and adults with a wide variety of issues and experiences.
I specialize in working with adolescents (aged 12 and up), adults, and families, and have clinical experience in a wide variety of areas including depression, bipolar, marriage and family, parenting, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phoblas, spirituality, addictions, personality disorders, domestic abuse, bullying, adjustment issues, communication, career, and multicultural issues.
My approach to counseling is to build a trusting, working partnership with my clients to assist and support them in identifying problems and obstacles which negatively impact emotional, relational, and functional wellbeing and to find effective, practical strategies for improving quality of life. I will collaborate with you to develop an individual, and personalized plan, consistent with your values and goals, and using research-based methods to assist you in achieving long-term, positive changes. In order to do this I draw from my experiences working with adolescents and adults with a wide variety of issues and experiences.
John Joseph Gianforte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
If you are looking for balance between work, marriage/family, finding that significant other, dealing with the expectations of your family of origin, and mental health/substance use issues,I very much look forward to helping you embark on that journey.
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
If you are looking for balance between work, marriage/family, finding that significant other, dealing with the expectations of your family of origin, and mental health/substance use issues,I very much look forward to helping you embark on that journey.
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
Whitney Voss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit. I focus on adults with trauma, attachment/developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, relational/ marital issues, and codependency issues. I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit. I focus on adults with trauma, attachment/developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, relational/ marital issues, and codependency issues. I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
Barbara (Barbie) A. Hutches
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71112 (Online Only)
Is your family struggling with life transitions? Is your child having problems with their peers or in school, or are they anxious and depressed? Are you newly engaged and want to make sure you and your partner are ready for marriage? Or is your marriage suffering? Are you struggling to know who you truly are? I can help. I am also LGBTQ friendly. Contact me and we will see if we are a good fit!
Is your family struggling with life transitions? Is your child having problems with their peers or in school, or are they anxious and depressed? Are you newly engaged and want to make sure you and your partner are ready for marriage? Or is your marriage suffering? Are you struggling to know who you truly are? I can help. I am also LGBTQ friendly. Contact me and we will see if we are a good fit!
Michael Curry is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 10 years experience in the mental health field. Michael specializes in couples and marital counseling, family issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders, and trauma. Michael completed his Master's of Applied Science Professional Counseling program at Liberty University with his internship completed at Brentwood Mental Health Hospital in Shreveport Louisiana.
Michael Curry is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 10 years experience in the mental health field. Michael specializes in couples and marital counseling, family issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders, and trauma. Michael completed his Master's of Applied Science Professional Counseling program at Liberty University with his internship completed at Brentwood Mental Health Hospital in Shreveport Louisiana.
Glenis Foster Penn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-I
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
After being married for over 40 years undergoing intense educational training in the areas of family and marriage, I believe the information that I have gained in the marriage and family field has adequately prepared me to assist others in learning how to systemically work through some of the daily issues presented by today’s society.
The poet William Ernest Henley (1849-1903) penned the words : "I am the master of my fate: the captain of my soul." The message that Henley was so eloquently trying to convey is, that while we may face challenges in our lives, we should not let them defeat us! The fact is, life comes with rewards and defeats. Just as we have actions within us that respond to rewards, we also have actions within us to face defeats and the ability to learn how to rebuild, restore, and renew ourselves. One of the ways of renewing, sustaining, and rebuilding ourselves is through therapy.
After being married for over 40 years undergoing intense educational training in the areas of family and marriage, I believe the information that I have gained in the marriage and family field has adequately prepared me to assist others in learning how to systemically work through some of the daily issues presented by today’s society.
The poet William Ernest Henley (1849-1903) penned the words : "I am the master of my fate: the captain of my soul." The message that Henley was so eloquently trying to convey is, that while we may face challenges in our lives, we should not let them defeat us! The fact is, life comes with rewards and defeats. Just as we have actions within us that respond to rewards, we also have actions within us to face defeats and the ability to learn how to rebuild, restore, and renew ourselves. One of the ways of renewing, sustaining, and rebuilding ourselves is through therapy.
Ariel (Ferguson) Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
I’m trained in a variety of theoretical orientations including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and provide individual, marriage, and family counseling.
My ideal client is someone with the passion to make their life better. They may have lived through trauma, are struggling with grief, and/or just need an empathetic ear.
I’m trained in a variety of theoretical orientations including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and provide individual, marriage, and family counseling.
My ideal client is someone with the passion to make their life better. They may have lived through trauma, are struggling with grief, and/or just need an empathetic ear.
Krista Bergeron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bossier City, LA 71112
Life gets complicated... anxiety, depression, cancer, marriage issues. All of this in addition to our normal life transitions. Good news... you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here to support you through the counseling process. I believe all people are capable of experiencing freedom from unhealthy patterns and healing from hurtful situations and relationships.
Life gets complicated... anxiety, depression, cancer, marriage issues. All of this in addition to our normal life transitions. Good news... you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here to support you through the counseling process. I believe all people are capable of experiencing freedom from unhealthy patterns and healing from hurtful situations and relationships.
Mary Norred
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bossier City, LA 71112
My focus is on positive transformations and addressing many issues and concerns like parenthood, marital difficulties, premarital counseling, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, behavior, trauma, PTSD, and other disturbances in family relationships.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation with little opportunity for interaction. I can tell you that is not my approach. I believe that you can navigate the challenges and changes life could bring. I am committed to helping you on your journey through partnership, a team effort to achieve symptom reduction, more self-awareness, and increased confidence. I want you to be free of emotional pain and be able to deal with life’s mental stressors.
My focus is on positive transformations and addressing many issues and concerns like parenthood, marital difficulties, premarital counseling, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, behavior, trauma, PTSD, and other disturbances in family relationships.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation with little opportunity for interaction. I can tell you that is not my approach. I believe that you can navigate the challenges and changes life could bring. I am committed to helping you on your journey through partnership, a team effort to achieve symptom reduction, more self-awareness, and increased confidence. I want you to be free of emotional pain and be able to deal with life’s mental stressors.
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Suzette Gardner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bossier City, LA 71111
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I work with children and adults, including individuals, couples, and families. My clients may be sad, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or they may have experienced trauma in their life and when they come to therapy having a safe, accepting and validating space is of the utmost importance. I am a strengths-based therapist that meets clients where they are. I help clients with expectations and goals, and empower clients to enact change in their life.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I work with children and adults, including individuals, couples, and families. My clients may be sad, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or they may have experienced trauma in their life and when they come to therapy having a safe, accepting and validating space is of the utmost importance. I am a strengths-based therapist that meets clients where they are. I help clients with expectations and goals, and empower clients to enact change in their life.
Hope & Healing Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
Hope & Healing Counseling is located inside the Williamsburg Office Center at 2020 E 70th Street, Suite 301, in Shreveport, LA. We provide counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings to treat various mental health concerns, trauma, grief, domestic violence, abuse, addictions, and more. We also provide educational and awareness trainings for caregivers and professionals. Additionally, we offer teletherapy/online counseling services.
Hope & Healing Counseling is located inside the Williamsburg Office Center at 2020 E 70th Street, Suite 301, in Shreveport, LA. We provide counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings to treat various mental health concerns, trauma, grief, domestic violence, abuse, addictions, and more. We also provide educational and awareness trainings for caregivers and professionals. Additionally, we offer teletherapy/online counseling services.
Ashley Drew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is best described with this analogy: We are on a road trip, you are driving, and I have the map. There are many routes we can take to reach our destination and we will work together to determine which route is best for your journey. The most important aspect of therapy, is feeling comfortable and safe with the therapist you have chosen to work with. I feel honored to work with each and every person whose bravery brings them to my office.
My approach to therapy is best described with this analogy: We are on a road trip, you are driving, and I have the map. There are many routes we can take to reach our destination and we will work together to determine which route is best for your journey. The most important aspect of therapy, is feeling comfortable and safe with the therapist you have chosen to work with. I feel honored to work with each and every person whose bravery brings them to my office.
You've been managing to handle everything (sometimes well, sometimes not so well) but lately you have been overwhelmed and struggling. You feel exhausted and everything that used to work, doesn't anymore. You wonder what happened, what's changed, and most importantly... what to do about it. I can help you gain perspective and together we can help you find a path forward toward peace, healthy relationships, and fulfillment. You will be a partner in the process, moving forward at your pace in an accepting, non-judgmental environment.
You've been managing to handle everything (sometimes well, sometimes not so well) but lately you have been overwhelmed and struggling. You feel exhausted and everything that used to work, doesn't anymore. You wonder what happened, what's changed, and most importantly... what to do about it. I can help you gain perspective and together we can help you find a path forward toward peace, healthy relationships, and fulfillment. You will be a partner in the process, moving forward at your pace in an accepting, non-judgmental environment.
Bossier Mental and Sexual Health Development
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, CST, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71111
AASECT CERTIFIED SEX Therapist Sex, Intimacy & Sexuality related concerns can feel like the most uncomfortable and misunderstood areas of a couple/ person's life. All too often shame and guilt regarding our sexual lives can creep in and further deter us from seeking help. You are in the right place. Using a Sex Positive approach to desire, connection and relationship I can help with a broad spectrum of Sexual health & Development needs. We can collaborate on those “Hard to talk about issues”, explore how to prioritize pleasure and decipher Sexual dynamics that may be rooted in past or present wounds. Together we can address-
AASECT CERTIFIED SEX Therapist Sex, Intimacy & Sexuality related concerns can feel like the most uncomfortable and misunderstood areas of a couple/ person's life. All too often shame and guilt regarding our sexual lives can creep in and further deter us from seeking help. You are in the right place. Using a Sex Positive approach to desire, connection and relationship I can help with a broad spectrum of Sexual health & Development needs. We can collaborate on those “Hard to talk about issues”, explore how to prioritize pleasure and decipher Sexual dynamics that may be rooted in past or present wounds. Together we can address-
Janie P Landry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71112
Reaching out for help takes courage and is likely one of the hardest steps on the path to healing. Maybe you've been praying that a relationship will improve, or you'll get a better job, the anxiety/depression you're feeling will go away, or the addiction you're battling will subside. Prayer does change things and gives us hope, but seeking the help of a trained professional can accelerate positive change, re-frame negative thoughts, and help restore balance in life. Learning new ways to cope, tapping into the power of mindfulness, and changing perspectives can ease depression and end isolation.
Reaching out for help takes courage and is likely one of the hardest steps on the path to healing. Maybe you've been praying that a relationship will improve, or you'll get a better job, the anxiety/depression you're feeling will go away, or the addiction you're battling will subside. Prayer does change things and gives us hope, but seeking the help of a trained professional can accelerate positive change, re-frame negative thoughts, and help restore balance in life. Learning new ways to cope, tapping into the power of mindfulness, and changing perspectives can ease depression and end isolation.
Michelle Byrd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LAC
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71112
Waitlist for new clients
The most important things in life are not things they are our relationships. First is our relationship with ourself. Are you struggling with grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, job problems, love addictions, parenting issues, sex problems? Are you wanting better communications & more intimacy? Maybe your past has left you feeling insecure, shamed, resentful, or angry. Is this an old pattern or a new situation that you're facing?
The most important things in life are not things they are our relationships. First is our relationship with ourself. Are you struggling with grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, job problems, love addictions, parenting issues, sex problems? Are you wanting better communications & more intimacy? Maybe your past has left you feeling insecure, shamed, resentful, or angry. Is this an old pattern or a new situation that you're facing?
M. Alden Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Bossier City, LA 71112
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with clients who are struggling with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as relationship issues surrounded by low self worth, shame and resentments. I have learned that there are many factors that contribute to someone feeling overwhelmed and may prevent us from reaching our goals that may also include poor coping skills, communication issues, grief or loss, and addiction issues. My goal will be to help you learn how to regulate emotions, identify unhealthy mindsets and/or memories that have kept you feeling trapped, and learn skills so you can find restoration in your life.
I have experience working with clients who are struggling with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as relationship issues surrounded by low self worth, shame and resentments. I have learned that there are many factors that contribute to someone feeling overwhelmed and may prevent us from reaching our goals that may also include poor coping skills, communication issues, grief or loss, and addiction issues. My goal will be to help you learn how to regulate emotions, identify unhealthy mindsets and/or memories that have kept you feeling trapped, and learn skills so you can find restoration in your life.
Kellie Rilling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bossier City, LA 71112 (Online Only)
As a therapist at Restoring Light Counseling, my goal is to help you navigate life’s many challenges to reach a place of healing and personal growth. My approach to counseling is individualized to meet the client exactly where they are through empathetic, non-judgmental support and utilizing evidence-based interventions. I am passionate about helping clients of diverse backgrounds feel respected and safe throughout the counseling process. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor and aim to create an inclusive, validating space for all clients.
As a therapist at Restoring Light Counseling, my goal is to help you navigate life’s many challenges to reach a place of healing and personal growth. My approach to counseling is individualized to meet the client exactly where they are through empathetic, non-judgmental support and utilizing evidence-based interventions. I am passionate about helping clients of diverse backgrounds feel respected and safe throughout the counseling process. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor and aim to create an inclusive, validating space for all clients.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.