LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Zachary, LA
Leslie de Graaf
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Zachary, LA 70791 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with women with a family history of emotional abuse and neglect and individuals who have experienced trauma. Common symptoms are depression, anxiety, guilt, and shame. Perhaps you're here because you're ready to move from your past and present circumstances to live the life you’ve always dreamed of. I know that you’re the expert in your own life. I work to be the guide that allows you to find new ways of healing and being. A lot of times it feels scary to come to therapy. I just want you to understand that here, there’s no judgment. Here, it’s safe for you to feel, say, and be exactly who you are.
I specialize in working with women with a family history of emotional abuse and neglect and individuals who have experienced trauma. Common symptoms are depression, anxiety, guilt, and shame. Perhaps you're here because you're ready to move from your past and present circumstances to live the life you’ve always dreamed of. I know that you’re the expert in your own life. I work to be the guide that allows you to find new ways of healing and being. A lot of times it feels scary to come to therapy. I just want you to understand that here, there’s no judgment. Here, it’s safe for you to feel, say, and be exactly who you are.
Shana Breaux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Zachary, LA 70791
Not accepting new clients
Choosing to enter therapy is a radical act of self-care that can have equally as radical lifelong benefits. The process of therapy is a powerful way to equip yourself with skills and self-knowledge that you can utilize both in the present, as well as over the course of your life. Whether you are seeking guidance to address a specific issue, want to expand your self-awareness, are working to promote positive changes, or if you are not quite sure what brings you to therapy, I can assist you with formulating and reaching your goals.
Choosing to enter therapy is a radical act of self-care that can have equally as radical lifelong benefits. The process of therapy is a powerful way to equip yourself with skills and self-knowledge that you can utilize both in the present, as well as over the course of your life. Whether you are seeking guidance to address a specific issue, want to expand your self-awareness, are working to promote positive changes, or if you are not quite sure what brings you to therapy, I can assist you with formulating and reaching your goals.
Anita Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Zachary, LA 70791
It is an honor to walk with individuals through their most difficult, anxiety provoking and painful times in life- in a safe, non-judgmental, and non-biased atmosphere. My goal is to collaboratively identify personal strengths, extract meaning, utilize effective coping skills, and develop a new understanding of self, in order to help you get the most out of life. The therapeutic alliance is built on trust, immediacy, and honest, open communication. Even if the process is new to you - if you are ready to honestly face your life circumstances, fears, anxieties, and choices - I am ready to assist you.
It is an honor to walk with individuals through their most difficult, anxiety provoking and painful times in life- in a safe, non-judgmental, and non-biased atmosphere. My goal is to collaboratively identify personal strengths, extract meaning, utilize effective coping skills, and develop a new understanding of self, in order to help you get the most out of life. The therapeutic alliance is built on trust, immediacy, and honest, open communication. Even if the process is new to you - if you are ready to honestly face your life circumstances, fears, anxieties, and choices - I am ready to assist you.
Myiesha Beard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, LMHP, CAMS-II, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zachary, LA 70791
The purpose of therapy is to restore the client to a healthy state of life by helping to remove barriers that may hinder this process. I specialize in the mental health care of children, adults, couples and families. My services include individual, group, marriage counseling and family therapy. Parent training, workshops, play therapy and prevention groups are also offered. I have twenty years experience working within the field of mental health. I utilize a number of therapeutic techniques and interventions that are tailored to the the client. I'm an Independent Assessor, Clinical Supervisor, mentor and consultant.
The purpose of therapy is to restore the client to a healthy state of life by helping to remove barriers that may hinder this process. I specialize in the mental health care of children, adults, couples and families. My services include individual, group, marriage counseling and family therapy. Parent training, workshops, play therapy and prevention groups are also offered. I have twenty years experience working within the field of mental health. I utilize a number of therapeutic techniques and interventions that are tailored to the the client. I'm an Independent Assessor, Clinical Supervisor, mentor and consultant.
Chalonda Banks Hollins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BACS, C-SSWS
Verified Verified
Zachary, LA 70791 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Board Approved Clinical Supervisor and a Certified- School Social Work Specialist. For the last 24 years, I have welcomed the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and elderly through empowering, advocating, educating and facilitating services to assist them in reaching their goals. I have experience working with behavioral disorders, anxiety, depression, school related issues, victims of abuse and neglect, mood disorders, childhood disorders, at-risk youth, anger management, emotional distress, and Employee Assistance Program matters.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Board Approved Clinical Supervisor and a Certified- School Social Work Specialist. For the last 24 years, I have welcomed the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and elderly through empowering, advocating, educating and facilitating services to assist them in reaching their goals. I have experience working with behavioral disorders, anxiety, depression, school related issues, victims of abuse and neglect, mood disorders, childhood disorders, at-risk youth, anger management, emotional distress, and Employee Assistance Program matters.
Latrina Ray Raddler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Zachary, LA 70791 (Online Only)
Navigating the intricacies of relationships requires a tailored and comprehensive approach, and I am here to guide you through every layer of your unique journey. My expertise encompasses a diverse range of complex relationships, including intimate partners, addictions, food-related issues, toxic partnerships, mental health challenges, and more. Embracing a whole-person approach, I delve into the heart of presenting issues to provide nuanced solutions. My focus extends to the college-aged population and beyond, addressing the complexities of life transitions with empathy and understanding.
Navigating the intricacies of relationships requires a tailored and comprehensive approach, and I am here to guide you through every layer of your unique journey. My expertise encompasses a diverse range of complex relationships, including intimate partners, addictions, food-related issues, toxic partnerships, mental health challenges, and more. Embracing a whole-person approach, I delve into the heart of presenting issues to provide nuanced solutions. My focus extends to the college-aged population and beyond, addressing the complexities of life transitions with empathy and understanding.
Lakeisha Miller
LPC
Verified Verified
Zachary, LA 70791
One of the goals of counseling is to gain knowledge and insight into problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, and relationship issues. I believe that a person can come into the knowledge of self to regain control, motivation, and self-worth to reach their full potential. In this I believe in establishing realistic and achievable goals for individuals and families that will bring forth true freedom. I incorporate several therapeutic techniques and interventions that are designed for the individual client that includes but not limited to; person centered, brief solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
One of the goals of counseling is to gain knowledge and insight into problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, and relationship issues. I believe that a person can come into the knowledge of self to regain control, motivation, and self-worth to reach their full potential. In this I believe in establishing realistic and achievable goals for individuals and families that will bring forth true freedom. I incorporate several therapeutic techniques and interventions that are designed for the individual client that includes but not limited to; person centered, brief solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Charnel Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zachary, LA 70791 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are ready for change, ready for a Metamorphosis, then please consider me as your service provider. From teenagers to adults I offer services that focus on the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts such as divorce, grief, and other significant life changes. I also have experience in working with victims of sexual abuse and/or assault. If you're looking for a unique and creative perspective being offered in a calming yet professional environment give me an opportunity to provide you with quality care. I currently accept most major insurance, but unfortunately, I do not accept Medicaid plans at this time.
If you are ready for change, ready for a Metamorphosis, then please consider me as your service provider. From teenagers to adults I offer services that focus on the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts such as divorce, grief, and other significant life changes. I also have experience in working with victims of sexual abuse and/or assault. If you're looking for a unique and creative perspective being offered in a calming yet professional environment give me an opportunity to provide you with quality care. I currently accept most major insurance, but unfortunately, I do not accept Medicaid plans at this time.
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Kristy Dandridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC - S, NCC, LPCT, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baker, LA 70714
Counseling is not just an educational endeavor for me, it is my true life’s passion. As my primary spiritual/natural gift, my purpose on earth is to utilize my counseling skills to serve others in any capacity that I can. We have all felt sad, angry, lonely, misunderstood, unforgiven, misused, abused, fed up, and so on and so forth. Our goal in therapy would be to examine your emotional well being and how it impacts your life. While you process through everything from past trauma to current conflicts, it is significant to know that your growth and healing is what is most important to me.
Counseling is not just an educational endeavor for me, it is my true life’s passion. As my primary spiritual/natural gift, my purpose on earth is to utilize my counseling skills to serve others in any capacity that I can. We have all felt sad, angry, lonely, misunderstood, unforgiven, misused, abused, fed up, and so on and so forth. Our goal in therapy would be to examine your emotional well being and how it impacts your life. While you process through everything from past trauma to current conflicts, it is significant to know that your growth and healing is what is most important to me.
Libby Knox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over six years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping strong individuals on their journey to live their best life. Many have been coping with substance abuse, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, panic attacks, chronic pain, co-occuring disorders, low self-worth, codependency and phobias. I have a background facilitating group therapy sessions for adults in recovery and lead family and couples sessions as well as individual counseling sessions.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over six years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping strong individuals on their journey to live their best life. Many have been coping with substance abuse, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, panic attacks, chronic pain, co-occuring disorders, low self-worth, codependency and phobias. I have a background facilitating group therapy sessions for adults in recovery and lead family and couples sessions as well as individual counseling sessions.
Jantrell R. Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, LAC, CCS
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
Dr. Jantrell R. Johnson, LPC-S, NCC, LAC, CCS, holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University and A&M College and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans, LA. Jantrell has been counseling professionally for 6 years and provides clinical supervision to Master level interns, PLPCs and Counselors in Training (CITs). Jantrell believes that the counselor-client relationship is essential to effective counseling and views herself as a change agent in both the mental health and addiction counseling fields.
Dr. Jantrell R. Johnson, LPC-S, NCC, LAC, CCS, holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University and A&M College and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans, LA. Jantrell has been counseling professionally for 6 years and provides clinical supervision to Master level interns, PLPCs and Counselors in Training (CITs). Jantrell believes that the counselor-client relationship is essential to effective counseling and views herself as a change agent in both the mental health and addiction counseling fields.
Guided Journey Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baker, LA 70714
Are you ready to take that first step to wellness and personal growth? I am here to assist you. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. My goal is to provide a warm and trusting environment for individuals to gain the necessary skills needed to overcome the everyday challenges and struggles in life. I help people with a variety of issues including but not limited to depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, life transitions and career development across the lifespan.
Are you ready to take that first step to wellness and personal growth? I am here to assist you. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. My goal is to provide a warm and trusting environment for individuals to gain the necessary skills needed to overcome the everyday challenges and struggles in life. I help people with a variety of issues including but not limited to depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, life transitions and career development across the lifespan.
Dana A Carbo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70818 (Online Only)
Racheal Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
Do you feel overwhelmed by your work or family life? Do you find yourself lost in the shuffle and wanting to find better balance? Do you feel "stuck" and unsure of what your next move should be? Entering therapy is a courageous step you can take to begin living a healthier and more fulfilling life. My areas of specialization and interest include working with individuals and couples as they navigate life and career transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, and multifaceted work/family responsibilities.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your work or family life? Do you find yourself lost in the shuffle and wanting to find better balance? Do you feel "stuck" and unsure of what your next move should be? Entering therapy is a courageous step you can take to begin living a healthier and more fulfilling life. My areas of specialization and interest include working with individuals and couples as they navigate life and career transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, and multifaceted work/family responsibilities.
Online Therapists
Leroy Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NBCC, MS, MDiv
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
* Accepting New Clients / All Locations & Virtual - 26 years experience in Individual, Marriage & Relationship Counseling. Regardless of how difficult things may be, our agency is equipped to handle the most complex emotional and psychological issues. Initially trained as a USN Psychiatric Corpsman, I have been working in psychiatric-trauma for over 25 years. In the past 3 years I have successfully worked more than 100 Corporate Critical Crisis Incidents & provided Mental Health & Marriage Counseling to over 10,000 individuals.
* Accepting New Clients / All Locations & Virtual - 26 years experience in Individual, Marriage & Relationship Counseling. Regardless of how difficult things may be, our agency is equipped to handle the most complex emotional and psychological issues. Initially trained as a USN Psychiatric Corpsman, I have been working in psychiatric-trauma for over 25 years. In the past 3 years I have successfully worked more than 100 Corporate Critical Crisis Incidents & provided Mental Health & Marriage Counseling to over 10,000 individuals.
Sean Lajaunie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70118
In therapy, you will have a safe, private, and supportive environment where you and I can address the patterns of problems that you want to understand and change the most. I use evidence-based approaches to therapy, which means that they have been evaluated vigorously by clinicians and the scientific community and shown to be effective for your specific therapy needs. However, every individual is different and you and I will work together to ensure we always have the kind of relationship which leads to healing and helpful change. We also offer psychological and psychoeducational assessments. Visit our website for more details.
In therapy, you will have a safe, private, and supportive environment where you and I can address the patterns of problems that you want to understand and change the most. I use evidence-based approaches to therapy, which means that they have been evaluated vigorously by clinicians and the scientific community and shown to be effective for your specific therapy needs. However, every individual is different and you and I will work together to ensure we always have the kind of relationship which leads to healing and helpful change. We also offer psychological and psychoeducational assessments. Visit our website for more details.
Sarah Rehman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
I enjoy working with people seeking to improve their quality of life. Sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint where the “problem” is, or why our relationships have become so difficult. Difficulty in relationships, anxiety, depression, and grief are among the concerns that I am able to help clients with. Coping with childhood trauma, the impacts of substance use and/or alcoholic parents or partners, and surviving physical, emotional, or verbal abuse are areas with which I am well suited to assist clients.
I enjoy working with people seeking to improve their quality of life. Sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint where the “problem” is, or why our relationships have become so difficult. Difficulty in relationships, anxiety, depression, and grief are among the concerns that I am able to help clients with. Coping with childhood trauma, the impacts of substance use and/or alcoholic parents or partners, and surviving physical, emotional, or verbal abuse are areas with which I am well suited to assist clients.
Jen Tewell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (Online Only)
Are you seeking a non-judgmental, irreverent, direct, nontraditional, trauma-informed, queer therapist? Yes? Glad you're here. I'm here to support and witness YOU. I'm deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community and welcome clients of all backgrounds, including individuals of different shapes, sizes, cultures, religions, abilities, ages, races, sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+), neurotypes, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, and occupational backgrounds. My clinical focus is trauma, sexual trauma, and women's issues. I use several therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems and Attachment Theory.
Are you seeking a non-judgmental, irreverent, direct, nontraditional, trauma-informed, queer therapist? Yes? Glad you're here. I'm here to support and witness YOU. I'm deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community and welcome clients of all backgrounds, including individuals of different shapes, sizes, cultures, religions, abilities, ages, races, sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+), neurotypes, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, and occupational backgrounds. My clinical focus is trauma, sexual trauma, and women's issues. I use several therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems and Attachment Theory.
Rachel Luria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70115
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I have 10+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist and tend to focus on childhood trauma, self-acceptance, and the idea that most of our well-being comes from within ourselves. I treat most mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, substance abuse and relationship conflict. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can be the most healing part of therapy and tend to use that as a guide.
Welcome! I have 10+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist and tend to focus on childhood trauma, self-acceptance, and the idea that most of our well-being comes from within ourselves. I treat most mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, substance abuse and relationship conflict. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can be the most healing part of therapy and tend to use that as a guide.
Evelina Jagminaite
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70118
One seeks out therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are feeling immobilized, noticing self-defeating patterns of behavior, experiencing repetitive thoughts, or are anxious about life transitions. Together in psychotherapy we will work on understanding your patterns, their unconscious reasons, and how they might be shaping your current life. Once it is given expression, life can take on a healthier form and lead to more security and fulfillment. My practice is psychodynamically oriented this means insight-based talk therapy. Though I incorporate other approaches such as attachment theory, art therapy, and somatic body awareness.
One seeks out therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are feeling immobilized, noticing self-defeating patterns of behavior, experiencing repetitive thoughts, or are anxious about life transitions. Together in psychotherapy we will work on understanding your patterns, their unconscious reasons, and how they might be shaping your current life. Once it is given expression, life can take on a healthier form and lead to more security and fulfillment. My practice is psychodynamically oriented this means insight-based talk therapy. Though I incorporate other approaches such as attachment theory, art therapy, and somatic body awareness.
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Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.