Therapists in Westlake, LA
Westlake, Louisiana was built around sawmills in the mid 19th century. The community was also known as Bagdad and Lisbon. Settlers made their way by water routes as roads were unavailable in the early years. They came from France, Britain, Germany, Denmark, and Spain. In the past 30 years, the population of Westlake has grown from 1,800 to more than 5,000. Westlake is a hub of activity and has many industrial products shipped by sea, barge, highway, railway, and pipeline.
If you are caught up in the rush of living and working in an industrial center, you may find you are unable to find peace and contentment. You can contact a professional therapist or counselor in the Westlake area who can help you unravel the stresses of your life. Contact a licensed, confidential mental health professional near you today.
Michelle Waguespack
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
12 years offering treatment
I am an LPC licensed in the state of Louisiana. My counseling experience has spanned the university, business, and private practice settings. Although my degree focus is in the marriage and family area, I built a specialty in career counseling working with all stages and phases of career issues. In addition, I am passionate about working with clients in the areas of communication, anxiety, grief& loss, confidence building, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I believe that good therapy comes from a warm, non-judgmental professional relationship. I will work with you to help you achieve your goals and live your best life. My counseling approach is collaborative, and client focused and I would be honored to work with you.
Shona Dyche
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC,NCSC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD
14 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and a National Certified School Counselor. I have experience working as a psychotherapist and a school guidance counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and academic and career counseling. I see counseling as a process in which the you, the client and I, the counselor having come to understand and trust one another work as a team. We will work to explore and define present problem situations and develop future goals for an improved life. We will work in systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your individual needs. It takes courage to seek change and a happier life. If you are ready to take the that step, I am here to help you. I look forward to working with you.
Shannon Mott
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
8 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of mental health care experience. I have worked with client's with a wide range of mental health disorders including Depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, PTSD, Substance Abuse disorders, etc. In addition I have worked with client's without a diagnosis that were experiencing Relationship problems, Parenting concerns, and others who were experiencing grief or having problems adjusting to changes in their life. I have experience working with individuals experiencing or have experienced sexual, physical, or verbal abuse. My therapy style is relatable, supportive and encouraging. I believe that everyone deserves respect, regardless of race, political standing or religion. My approach combines Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and a Solution Focused approach. I used additional evidenced based practices based on the presenting problem that a client is experiencing. Admitting that you need help is the first step on the journey to make positive changes in your life. If you are ready to take that step, I'm here to support and empower you.
Cheri Rivera
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
8 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado and Louisiana with over 6 years experience providing professional counseling services. My goal is to meet clients where they are and work with them to develop the tools and confidence to tackle life’s hardships, such as stressors, coping with change, and other life challenges. This also includes symptoms of mood disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. I use a person-centered, humanistic approach, allowing the client to be the expert regarding their life by exploring their feelings and solidifying their sense of self. It takes a great deal of strength to reach out for help, and I believe a client's intrinsic motivation and the therapeutic relationship can be a valuable healing experience.
Vanessa Rubin
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,RSW,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and a National Certified Counselor, with over 5 years of experience working as a substance abuse counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including addictions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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!
Dr. Natisha Davis-Wilson
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
15 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, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and 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 & empower you in that journey.
Keonta Johnson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Coping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Angela Meche
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Louisiana with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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!
Kelli Means
Clinician
License Type(s): LIMHP,LADC,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
9 years offering treatment
Hello and welcome! My name is Kelli Means and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a licensed independent mental health practitioner (LIMHP) and licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) in the state of Nebraska and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of South Dakota. In 2019 I earned certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and have maintained this certification with ongoing education in the trauma field. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 2011 and my Masters of Science from Wayne State College in Community Mental Health Counseling in 2015. I have worked in the mental health field for 10 years and the past 6 years have been as a mental health and addictions therapist at non-profit agencies that work with state funding and/or sliding fee scales. I have worked in a variety of settings, including an inpatient psychiatric unit while attending my master’s program, outpatient therapy, school-based therapy, and residential drug and alcohol treatment. I have found that my heart is truly in working with patients who have limited resources to meet their needs. While I have experience with children and adolescents, most of my experience has been working with adults. As a provider, I have worked with patients with a range of diagnoses and stressors, including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, panic/panic attacks, schizophrenia (including first psychotic episodes), bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, LGBT+, grief/loss, relationships, sex trafficking, self-esteem, domestic violence, alcohol and other drug addictions, and dissociations. My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed, though I tailor my approach to meet each individual’s needs. My therapeutic approach combines Person-Centered, Reality Therapy, Solution-Focused therapist, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Somatic therapy depending on what you want or need. My job will never be to fix you or change you. I believe all my clients are people first and more than the sum of their symptoms or their diagnosis. My most significant job as a therapist is to understand who you are and build trust with you; if you don’t trust your therapist, you aren’t likely to tell them much, and if you don’t tell them much, you won’t get much work done. My hope is to teach you to cope on your own and learn to be assertive with what you want or need in life. You are in control of your life and ability to make changes, I am merely a guide to help you when you are lost or uncertain. I look forward to meeting you and starting this journey with you!
John Adriatico
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseADHD
10 years offering treatment
I am a Mental Health Counselor, licensed in Louisiana and North Carolina. I specialize in trauma work, relationships, couples counseling, and co-dependency. I love working with the LQBTQ+ community and hope to always be considered a safe place. I also enjoy working with Women's issues and health and again hope to always be considered a safe place. My passion is helping my clients reach personal goals, work through trauma and become the best and most healthy version of themselves. I achieve this through offering support, kindness and dedication to my clients. My therapeutic style is very laid back while using cutting edge methods and styles of therapy that work best for you. I value continuing education and do my very best to stay informed on the most up to date therapeutic techniques such as EMDR, hypnosis, CBT, Aderlian and Internal Family Systems therapy just to name a few. In addition to being a counselor for 10 years I am currently in my second year as a Forensic Psychology PhD candidate. My clients are my passion, I want to provide the best care. That starts with striving to maintain the most comprehensive education I can obtain. I will use my knowledge base, experience and discussions with you surrounding your personal goals for therapy to create a comprehensive, custom plan tailored specifically to your needs and goals for yourself. When you are ready, know that I will be your biggest cheerleader, support system and accountability partner. I look forward to working with you to create the life you want for yourself and become the best version of you! I can't wait to meet you!
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Westlake?
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 Westlake 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 Westlake available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Westlake 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, Westlake therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Westlake 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 Westlake 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 Westlake 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 Westlake 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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