Therapists in Gretna, LA
If you are having trouble controlling your anger, it can affect all aspects of your life such as your relationships, education, and employment. You may be losing jobs often because you just cannot control your temper. Luckily, the City of Gretna has some experts in this field right here in town.
It can sometimes help if you get some exercise and the City of Gretna has some amazing parks and other attractions where you can do just that. Some of these include the German-American Cultural Center, Farmer’s Market, and the Heritage Square Playground and Gardens. Get out there and enjoy some sunshine.
Dr. Joy McElveen
Clinician
License Type(s): DSW,MSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
35 years offering treatment
From the first moment of successfully leaving our mother's body and beginning to breath on our own, we began a life journey that mirrors our own epic story. This epic is similar to those I used to watch as a child at the Sunday evening movies. Usually a hero, for instance, Hercules, would be engaged in ongoing event-filled days of danger, challenge, and conquest. Along the way there were characters who attempted to thwart his efforts or support his quest. His focus remained resolute and steadfast and was usually met with success. If not doing that hour definitely by part two he would be the victor. Our life challenges, however, are not usually met with the excitement of a movie; and success in overcoming them is not usually with one or even two hours. But like old movies, our challenges involve obstacles, dangers, wonders, and successes of varying dimensions. These challenges for many of us serve to push us forward to take another breath of life and to continue our personal life walk. From each push, breath, and challenge we can choose to learn and experience success or satisfaction with how we are engaging with life. I am Joy Smith McElveen, a licensed clinical social worker in New Orleans, LA.. Like many of you, my epic story is filled with many challenges of major life disappointments, frustrations, illness, fears, anxiety, depression, and anger. However, there was always a sense of wonder which generated happy times, love, and a glimmer of hope-filled days. Focusing on the wonders of hope helps me put challenges and obstacles into a perspective that allows me build change efforts. I think it is having a sense of hope, the real wonder, that pushes us forward despite the challenge. My practice is based on expanding a search for hope within each person seeking to change direction. Living demands that we must continue to grow. We grow through learning and making changes in our sphere of life. Our emotions and thoughts help or hinder our behavior. It is within these areas we need to evaluate, and search for meaning to be productive and fulfilled. My practice is based on using Dialectical Behavior Therapy undergirded with applications from Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. These approaches have interconnections with how we can choose to change how we think, feel and behave. They each require that the person seeking to make changes do the work and the helper is alongside working with her/him. I would like to be one of the characters in your epic story who supports your quest for change. I have a BA in sociology from Louisiana State University (now UNO); a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor); and a doctorate from Howard University School of Social Work. I have certifications in each treatment approach listed above.
Jenesis Gibson
Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsDepression
9 years offering treatment
Hello there, I’m Jenesis! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Louisiana and Texas. I received a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2015 from Louisiana Tech University. I have over five years of clinical experience working with a diverse background of children, adolescents and adults who desire to cope with issues relating to anxiety, depression, bipolar, selective mutism, ADHD, conduct disorder, impulse control, DMDD, addiction, life transitions and family conflict. I also specialize in Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy with a trauma-focused approach. One thing in life that is constant is change. Some changes in life are more difficult to navigate than others. When we are stressed, anxious or depressed, it is a sign that our lives are out of balance. My focus is on providing a trusting, safe, supportive, nonjudgmental and empathetic space for adults, couples, and families to share their experiences and to help navigate through some more difficult life changes. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to make changes to improve their lives, find purpose, and meaningful fulfillment. Deciding to engage in therapy can be overwhelming. Finding a therapist whose personality and style is a good fit is important. I believe in developing skills for effective coping mechanisms for overall holistic wellness. I look forward to helping clients facilitate positive change and working collaboratively with them to achieve goals they never thought were possible.
Glenzetta Hall
Clinician
License Type(s): M.A. ,M. Ed. , LPC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD
12 years offering treatment
I see counseling as a process in which you and I having come to understand and trust one another, work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I approach counseling from a cognitive behavioral perspective in that patterns of thoughts and actions are explored in order to better understand the clients' problems and to develop solutions. I work with clients in a variety of formats, including individually, as couples and as families. I also conduct group therapy. I have counseled clients of varying ages and in both school and clinical settings working together toward a desired positive outcome. I have worked to improve the lives of people since 2002, first as a teacher, later as a counselor. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and Texas. I graduated in 1979 from Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana. After twenty-four years in the corporate world , I received my alternative teacher certification from Grambling State University. I earned a master’s in counseling from Louisiana Tech University in 2012, and a Master of Education in 2016. I also have an Educational Leadership Certification, a Louisiana and Texas Licensed Professional Counselor’s certification, and a National Certified Counselor certification. I've also worked for the Louisiana Department of Education as a Science Teacher Leader Advisor Instructional Materials Reviewer. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Patricia Carr
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, trauma related challenges, relationship issues, and have worked extensively with Clients struggling with addictions. I enjoy assisting people with problem solving! I also have a deep respect for Clients' authorship of their own journeys and am ceaselessly amazed at the strengths people bring to their struggles . Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Dr. Dionne Crosby Smith
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have a holistic approach to counseling, recognizing that each client's journey is unique. They tailor their therapeutic methods to the individual, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to create a personalized plan for healing and growth. Take the first step towards a more fulfilling life by scheduling a session with me today. You don't have to face life's challenges alone. Dr. Dee is here to guide you towards a happier, healthier, and more confident you.
Sonya Poole
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
17 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, and depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes and building self-confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
Stephanie Harris
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
17 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Opal Goodwin
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment
I provide a supportive and empowering environment where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience. Through a combination of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the specific needs of each client, I am dedicated to facilitating growth and healing. As a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, I bring a deep understanding and expertise in supporting neurodiverse individuals. I am also a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH). I currently see clients virtually in Louisiana and Alabama.
Dr. Gwendolyn Jackson
Clinician
License Type(s): PsyD, MSW, LCW-BACS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem
32 years offering treatment
As a Licensed Therapist, I offer services to children, youth, families, and senior populations. A primary area of focus has included assisting others in healing from emotional wounds and past experiences: such as childhood trauma, physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, childhood maltreatment, neglect or endangerment, domestic violence and unresolved grief. I seek to empower survivors along their journey toward wholeness and wellness. Services are provided in an effort to effectively address those challenging emotions, behaviors, and experiences that maybe adversely affecting the individual and/or family functioning.
Traig Varnado
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
27 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, & abuse. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Gretna?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Gretna that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Gretna available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Gretna therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Gretna therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Gretna region and in the state of Louisiana.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Gretna can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Gretna may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Gretna offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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