Child Therapists in New Orleans, LA
Kenneth Schmitt
Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70124
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children deal with a variety of concerns including anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues (home and school) and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, it is my belief that everyone deserves to have a safe empathic, non- judgmental environment to which they can begin to better understand themselves and others. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change and eventually, a better understanding of one's self. This process is a collaboration to discover the desired lifestyle and happiness we all want. I offer a non judgmental warm supportive environment to help my clients process and express themselves.
As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children deal with a variety of concerns including anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues (home and school) and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, it is my belief that everyone deserves to have a safe empathic, non- judgmental environment to which they can begin to better understand themselves and others. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth and change and eventually, a better understanding of one's self. This process is a collaboration to discover the desired lifestyle and happiness we all want. I offer a non judgmental warm supportive environment to help my clients process and express themselves.
B. Gerard Woodrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70118
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples.
Best way to make an appointment is through my website. Hello, thank you for visiting my page. Therapy is a very intimate yet necessary process in order to change negative dynamics in life. I approach therapy through engagement and fostering relationships. My approach is conversational, positive, and process based. I cater to individuals struggling with the realities of their life. Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples.
Best way to make an appointment is through my website. Hello, thank you for visiting my page. Therapy is a very intimate yet necessary process in order to change negative dynamics in life. I approach therapy through engagement and fostering relationships. My approach is conversational, positive, and process based. I cater to individuals struggling with the realities of their life. Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
Andrea Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
I have experience in working with young children and play therapy as well as adolescents.
Reaching out for help can be an intimidating process, but therapy doesn't have to be scary. I work with individuals and families to help them identify the things that are going well in their lives and the things that they want to change. We collaborate together to make those changes a reality. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you.
I have experience in working with young children and play therapy as well as adolescents.
Reaching out for help can be an intimidating process, but therapy doesn't have to be scary. I work with individuals and families to help them identify the things that are going well in their lives and the things that they want to change. We collaborate together to make those changes a reality. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you.
Maretae C. Wright
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70113
Waitlist for new clients
Hello I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for working with children, adolescents, and individuals struggling with trauma either current or past. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their emotions, avoidances, recurring patterns, and past and present experiences and relationships. I strive to provide a listening and empathic presence, encourage interpretation and insight to work through presenting problems to achieve your desired goal(s). My hope is that my creative, caring, and straight forward approach to therapy provides a therapeutic relationship that allows you to feel welcomed, supported, and heard.
Hello I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for working with children, adolescents, and individuals struggling with trauma either current or past. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their emotions, avoidances, recurring patterns, and past and present experiences and relationships. I strive to provide a listening and empathic presence, encourage interpretation and insight to work through presenting problems to achieve your desired goal(s). My hope is that my creative, caring, and straight forward approach to therapy provides a therapeutic relationship that allows you to feel welcomed, supported, and heard.
Frank Wilfred Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults issues.
I am a licensed Professional Counselor and a Qualified Family and Divorce Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator. I received my Master's degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College and my mediation training through The Mediation Institute. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I also work with families and couples.
I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults issues.
I am a licensed Professional Counselor and a Qualified Family and Divorce Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator. I received my Master's degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College and my mediation training through The Mediation Institute. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I also work with families and couples.
Gabrielle Lee
Counselor, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119 (Online Only)
I am a PLPC with a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with trauma. I believe that through a combination of expressive arts and talk therapy, clients can achieve positive growth and healing. I hope my energetic and creative approach to therapy provides an environment where you feel welcomed, supported, and understood. I strive to consider your unique perspective and needs throughout the process of change by implementing various therapy modalities. My goal is to collaborate with you to help you feel empowered, supported, and encouraged throughout the therapeutic process.
I am a PLPC with a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with trauma. I believe that through a combination of expressive arts and talk therapy, clients can achieve positive growth and healing. I hope my energetic and creative approach to therapy provides an environment where you feel welcomed, supported, and understood. I strive to consider your unique perspective and needs throughout the process of change by implementing various therapy modalities. My goal is to collaborate with you to help you feel empowered, supported, and encouraged throughout the therapeutic process.
Hunter Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70124
My primary psychotherapy experience has included working with children, teens, parents, and families.
In seven years of psychotherapy work with children, adolescents, college students, adults, and families, I have found that unhealthy levels of stress can worsen problems related to self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and beyond. These issues often lead to additional problems at home, school, or work and ultimately affect relationships with friends and family. Struggling with difficult life transitions may have a significant and lasting impact on the mind. It can be hard to navigate these situations or to know where to turn.
My primary psychotherapy experience has included working with children, teens, parents, and families.
In seven years of psychotherapy work with children, adolescents, college students, adults, and families, I have found that unhealthy levels of stress can worsen problems related to self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and beyond. These issues often lead to additional problems at home, school, or work and ultimately affect relationships with friends and family. Struggling with difficult life transitions may have a significant and lasting impact on the mind. It can be hard to navigate these situations or to know where to turn.
Mimi H Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Orleans. I strongly believe that a developmental perspective is important when working with clients in therapy. A young child practicing social skills and working to connect with peers, a child entering adolescence and exploring his identity, or a parent with a new baby all represent life transitions that are part of the normal developmental landscape.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Orleans. I strongly believe that a developmental perspective is important when working with clients in therapy. A young child practicing social skills and working to connect with peers, a child entering adolescence and exploring his identity, or a parent with a new baby all represent life transitions that are part of the normal developmental landscape.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
Dr. Jill Boutté brings a unique set of qualifications to her work as a postdoctoral fellow at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans, where she specializes in working with young children from infancy to age six, as well as with school-aged and adolescents. She is especially knowledgeable helping train parents to gain the skills necessary to help their children thrive. Finally, Dr. Boutté has a keen eye for assessment, including expertise in testing for learning disorders, attention problems such as ADHD, and similar conditions.
Dr. Jill Boutté brings a unique set of qualifications to her work as a postdoctoral fellow at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of New Orleans, where she specializes in working with young children from infancy to age six, as well as with school-aged and adolescents. She is especially knowledgeable helping train parents to gain the skills necessary to help their children thrive. Finally, Dr. Boutté has a keen eye for assessment, including expertise in testing for learning disorders, attention problems such as ADHD, and similar conditions.
Demetra L Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion and expertise for working with children by the use of play therapy to help children prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.
I will help you identify your strengths and develop effective solutions to the issues, patterns, thoughts and actions you are experiencing in your life. I like to use humor regularly in my sessions and I take every possible measure to ensure that my office is safe for you to laugh, cry or express anger as needed freely. I see counseling as a process in which I and my clients will build a trusting relationship that will allow us to work together, explore and process present and past situations.
I have a passion and expertise for working with children by the use of play therapy to help children prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.
I will help you identify your strengths and develop effective solutions to the issues, patterns, thoughts and actions you are experiencing in your life. I like to use humor regularly in my sessions and I take every possible measure to ensure that my office is safe for you to laugh, cry or express anger as needed freely. I see counseling as a process in which I and my clients will build a trusting relationship that will allow us to work together, explore and process present and past situations.
Shawn M Allen-Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70126
I work with children and adults using Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, Reality Therapy, and other evidenced-based techniques as they fit clients' needs.
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I work with children and adults using Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, Reality Therapy, and other evidenced-based techniques as they fit clients' needs.
Struggling with finding your true voice? Hesitant to make the best decision for yourself? Spending too much time worrying about what family, friends, or coworkers think or what they'd expect of you? Take a deep breath... Life is complicated. Balancing work, family, relationships, living life for others can overshadow living for oneself. It's not selfish, it's selfcare. It's important to take the time to address your personal needs and often caring for others can get in the way of doing so. Through a Therapeutic Alliance, Counseling creates a space where sorting through life's challenges and establishing balance becomes possible.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
My passion for working with children flourished while working as a Registered Behavior Therapist for 4 years at a local center for children between the ages of 2-6 diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
I enjoy helping my children, adolescents, and young adults work through their anxiety, ADHD, ASD, anger management, behavioral issues, and depression. I view counseling from a person-centered approach, while utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address each client’s unique goals.
My passion for working with children flourished while working as a Registered Behavior Therapist for 4 years at a local center for children between the ages of 2-6 diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
I enjoy helping my children, adolescents, and young adults work through their anxiety, ADHD, ASD, anger management, behavioral issues, and depression. I view counseling from a person-centered approach, while utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address each client’s unique goals.
Melissa J Aubert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70112
I have a special interest in providing Play Therapy, which gives young children a safe and effective means of expressing their feelings and experiences so that they can work through conflicts.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, I offer a variety of services for children, adolescents, and adults. I conduct Neuropsychological and Psychological evaluations for head injuries, neurological conditions (e.g., seizure disorders, stroke), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, developmental disorders (e.g., Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Deficiency), auditory processing disorders, and lead poisoning. I offer general intelligence assessment for employment, Gifted placement, and school admission, as well as psychological evaluations for surgery clearance (e.g., bariatric surgery candidates). For more information on the services I provide, please see my personal website: www.nolaneuropsych.com.
I have a special interest in providing Play Therapy, which gives young children a safe and effective means of expressing their feelings and experiences so that they can work through conflicts.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, I offer a variety of services for children, adolescents, and adults. I conduct Neuropsychological and Psychological evaluations for head injuries, neurological conditions (e.g., seizure disorders, stroke), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, developmental disorders (e.g., Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Deficiency), auditory processing disorders, and lead poisoning. I offer general intelligence assessment for employment, Gifted placement, and school admission, as well as psychological evaluations for surgery clearance (e.g., bariatric surgery candidates). For more information on the services I provide, please see my personal website: www.nolaneuropsych.com.
John Rosegrant
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
Children and teens express problems differently than grown-ups.
In over 30 years practicing psychotherapy with people of all ages, I have learned that everyone is unique, and everyone needs to be recognized for who they are. But we also all share certain basic things: needs for satisfying relationships with others, for a meaningful and interesting path in life, and for security and enjoyment. If you are seeking psychological help, you are probably looking for a better way to meet those needs. You may be experiencing unsatisfying relationships, having trouble finding a meaningful life path, or trying to deal with painful emotions like anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, or anger.
Children and teens express problems differently than grown-ups.
In over 30 years practicing psychotherapy with people of all ages, I have learned that everyone is unique, and everyone needs to be recognized for who they are. But we also all share certain basic things: needs for satisfying relationships with others, for a meaningful and interesting path in life, and for security and enjoyment. If you are seeking psychological help, you are probably looking for a better way to meet those needs. You may be experiencing unsatisfying relationships, having trouble finding a meaningful life path, or trying to deal with painful emotions like anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, or anger.
Rebecca Graham, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70112
As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent-child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
As a trained infant mental health specialist, I work with young children and parents, specifically those exposed to trauma, using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address parent-child relational and behavioral problems.
Working with children, youth and their families is a passion of mine. While all children experience challenges in life, some children have a more difficult time overcoming these challenges. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in work with children from infancy through adolescence on issues affecting social, emotional, and academic performance. As a child and adolescent psychologist, I help children understand their feelings and how to express their feelings in healthy ways. I work collaboratively with families to improve children's self-esteem, emotion regulation, and social skills with a treatment plan customized to each child.
Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals and families on how to cope with interpersonal and family problems. Our staff of compassionate, highly skilled mental health professionals specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Counseling is provided on an individual and group basis and our services are available to the Greater New Orleans community. JFS therapists are all Masters-level mental health professionals or Masters-level student interns. They are well-trained and up-to-date on the newest Best Practices standards and evidence-based protocols.
JFS counseling services are designed to provide guidance and psychotherapy for individuals and families on how to cope with interpersonal and family problems. Our staff of compassionate, highly skilled mental health professionals specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Counseling is provided on an individual and group basis and our services are available to the Greater New Orleans community. JFS therapists are all Masters-level mental health professionals or Masters-level student interns. They are well-trained and up-to-date on the newest Best Practices standards and evidence-based protocols.
Kathryn Sinclair Lanier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70118
Does your child or teen have social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties? Do you have parenting or family challenges? Does your household need a reset in how you’re getting along? I can help! I prescriptively use humanistic therapies: client-centered, solution focused, existential, transactional, gestalt, and play therapies.
CLIENTS: tots, kids, teens... and their parents too! ISSUES: social, emotional, behavioral, academics, parenting, and family functioning. GOALS: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-acceptance, autonomy. HOW: Working from a firm foundation of respect for the dignity of the individual in the client-therapist relationship, I help clients develop mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. By providing a safe, confidential, warm and empathetic counseling experience, my clients' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored, understood, and improved so life can be enjoyed once again.
Does your child or teen have social, emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties? Do you have parenting or family challenges? Does your household need a reset in how you’re getting along? I can help! I prescriptively use humanistic therapies: client-centered, solution focused, existential, transactional, gestalt, and play therapies.
CLIENTS: tots, kids, teens... and their parents too! ISSUES: social, emotional, behavioral, academics, parenting, and family functioning. GOALS: self-awareness, self-regulation, self-acceptance, autonomy. HOW: Working from a firm foundation of respect for the dignity of the individual in the client-therapist relationship, I help clients develop mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. By providing a safe, confidential, warm and empathetic counseling experience, my clients' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored, understood, and improved so life can be enjoyed once again.
Jessica Eisenstat LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70118
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in New Orleans, Louisiana. I received my Masters degree in Counseling from The University of New Orleans and have been practicing throughout the greater New Orleans region for nearly a decade. I provide a broad range of counseling services to individuals, children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer group services for children. My experience and passion is rooted in working with children and their families. I create behavior plans and user-friendly interventions that are designed specifically for the unique needs of each family and child.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in New Orleans, Louisiana. I received my Masters degree in Counseling from The University of New Orleans and have been practicing throughout the greater New Orleans region for nearly a decade. I provide a broad range of counseling services to individuals, children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer group services for children. My experience and passion is rooted in working with children and their families. I create behavior plans and user-friendly interventions that are designed specifically for the unique needs of each family and child.
Bertrille Jinkens Hookfin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70126
I have 21 years of experience providing therapy for all ages from 5 years- old to adults. I have worked providing therapy for children and adults with special needs. I provide an eclectic approach to therapy. I believe in 'starting where the client is." The essential goal of therapy is similar to a Carl Rogers quote stating acceptance of who we are can lead to change. I look forward to assisting you through your journey of acceptance.
I have 21 years of experience providing therapy for all ages from 5 years- old to adults. I have worked providing therapy for children and adults with special needs. I provide an eclectic approach to therapy. I believe in 'starting where the client is." The essential goal of therapy is similar to a Carl Rogers quote stating acceptance of who we are can lead to change. I look forward to assisting you through your journey of acceptance.
Rachel Grimes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70112
If you or your child have experienced something difficult, please reach out to me for help.
The patients I work with have experienced a traumatic event or have a complex trauma history. They may be experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. This might include; nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, irritability, or anxiety. These patients deserve a safe space to work through their traumatic experiences. It is my goal to help patients reduce their trauma symptoms and heal.
If you or your child have experienced something difficult, please reach out to me for help.
The patients I work with have experienced a traumatic event or have a complex trauma history. They may be experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. This might include; nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, irritability, or anxiety. These patients deserve a safe space to work through their traumatic experiences. It is my goal to help patients reduce their trauma symptoms and heal.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in New Orleans, LA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in New Orleans build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in New Orleans build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.