Therapists in Ruston, LA
Are you having trouble keeping a job? Is it because you are missing work due to depression or another mental illness? There are some excellent mental health providers in Ruston who can help you with that situation.
Reston is a small town in Northern Louisiana that is well known for its yearly Peach Festival. In fact, it is actually known as the Peach City. Whether you are a fan of peaches or not, if you are suffering from depression or another condition, you may have trouble enjoying any kind of activities. Talk to one of the therapists in Ruston today to start feeling better.
Joseph Wagner
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepression
16 years offering treatment
I am a licensed professional counselor with 15 years’ experience treating a range of issues. I bring a warm and empathic style to my work, thus creating a space in which you, the client, can discuss the challenges you face while feeling heard, understood, and supported. I help people do more of what matters even in the presence of difficult inner experiences. In our work together, we’ll look at the strategies you have been using to address your challenges, and we’ll discuss ways in which you can strengthen or expand your skills in order to act more effectively and flexibly in response to difficult situations, thoughts, and feelings. The heart of my work involves helping you to learn new skills which allow you to break the grip of unwanted thoughts & feelings on your actions and your life. As you build these skills, you learn to handle difficult thoughts, feelings, and situations more flexibly, thus opening a space where you become freer to show up to your life in ways that enhance vitality, meaning, and purpose.
Andrea McCarver
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with 20 years of experience in mental health. I received a BSW from the University of Alabama, and graduated from Tulane University with an MSW. I have a wide array of experience treating diverse clients who are dealing with Anxiety/Depression, trauma, childhood abuse and neglect, co-dependency, attachment/intimacy, discrimination, gender identity, self esteem, parenting and more. While using traditional talk therapy, I also incorporate teaching and interactive cognitive restructuring into sessions. I commonly utilize breathe work and other non traditional techniques into therapy. I allow the client to guide the session and their own work, but do not hold back observations about client's thought patterns and potential for growth. I treat all clients with unconditional positive regard and allow them to adapt within their own limits and social dynamics. Clients should always feel as though they have learned skills relevant to daily life.
Tiaira Willis- Haynes
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem
6 years offering treatment
Hi, I am Tiaira Willis- Haynes. I have been providing therapeutic services for over 5 years. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is Nationally Certified. I received my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018. My favorite theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I graciously believe how we think and behave plays a role in our current struggles. I also utilize Solution Focused Therapy when problems need to be resolved quickly. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and loved ones. I started this helping journey when I first entered college. As I navigated my way into adulthood, I found myself to always be the person others were drawn to in their time of need. I then learned my strongest therapeutic skills were being openminded while listening and showing empathy towards others. A high percentage of my caseload involves those struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, family or relationship conflict, domestic violence, parenting, life skills, and stress. The joy I get when I realize I am helping someone makes this career worthwhile. 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, encourage, listen, and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Shane Lopez
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem
7 years offering treatment
Hello there! I'm Shane Lopez! I have over 6 years of experience in the field of counseling and mental health therapy. If you are seeing this, then I am glad you have taken the first steps towards seeking to improve your life and personal experience. I would be glad to help be a part of cooperative effort between the two of us. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Louisiana LPC Board. My counseling style is an interactive blend of education and reframing to help you explore and understand your own values, assumptions, and ideals in a non-judgmental and open conversation.
Darlene Kelly
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
23 years offering treatment
I am a family and marriage therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have experience in working with singles, married couples, teens and the elderly. I am here to help you, knowing that reaching out for help is not always easy. I am an open-ended listener who gives you the opportunity to express yourself in a nonjudgmental environment. I have helped many get through their trials and tribulations. My idea of therapy is not to erase what you've been through but, to offer an environment where you can express any and all experiences and voice how you can move forward. My goal is to help you grow in all aspects of life, it's not always easy being vulnerable which is why I offer my support and aid in all experiences that you have and will go through. I hope to meet you soon!
Jena Ourso
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issues
11 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 11 years of professional work experience. I have a wide variety of experience in helping clients with stress, grief, trauma, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, Autism Substance Use, Codependency, LGBTQIA- related issues as well as BDSM and kink related challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. You and I will work together as a team to achieve the outcomes you desire from therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!
Elizabeth Jones
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment
Hi, thanks for allowing me the opportunity to support you. I am LCSW-BACS (Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Board Approved Clinical Supervisor), from New Orleans, LA. I received my Masters of Social Work degree from Tulane University’s School of Social Work. My professional work experience has allowed me the opportunity to service children, adolescents, and adults in Louisiana for 9 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, self-confidence, depression, and many other challenges that may impact one’s quality of life. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. As a clinician, I exist to help you help yourself by using those internal and external resources that support you on your healing journey. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process, and I look forward to our work together.
Letisha Seals
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
15 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, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Teresa Taylor
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
5 years offering treatment
I became a counselor because I feel passionate in helping individual's find peace and harmony in their lives among their daily struggles. In this day and age, mental health self-care should be viewed equally as taking care of one's physical self-care, and I believe in taking care of mind, body and spirit. I believe it takes courage and strength to seek professional health in this world of judgement and darkness. "Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light". -Brene Brown I approach therapy by utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy. My goal is to help you connect and understand how your thoughts, actions, and behaviors cause stress, anxiety, and depression. Being human, we all face life’s challenges, trials, and tribulations leaving us with emotional turmoil. Together, we can develop goals to aid you to achieve your desired outcomes to live a life of meaning and purpose. I have worked with a diversity of adult and couples with diverse backgrounds struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar, anger issues, grief, and interpersonal conflict. I would consider it a privilege to be a part of your journey as you travel down the road to healing. “God is our refuge, our strength, and our ever-present help in trouble”. Psalms 46:1
Shanda James
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am a licensed therapist in Louisiana, with over 20 years of experience helping people work through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I also help clients navigate major life changes and the emotions that come with them. My therapeutic approach includes a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. That means we will look at how your thoughts impact your emotions and behaviors, explore the personal stories that shape your perspective, and create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. My goal is to help you gain clarity, develop coping strategies, and move toward real, lasting change. I believe in being direct yet compassionate. I will challenge unhelpful patterns while also supporting you in a way that feels respectful and encouraging. Therapy is a partnership, and I will tailor our work together to fit your unique needs. Taking the first step toward a happier, more fulfilling life takes courage, and I commend you for considering this journey. I am here to support you every step of the way.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Ruston?
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 Ruston 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 Ruston available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Ruston 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, Ruston therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Ruston 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 Ruston 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 Ruston 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 Ruston 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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