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Top family therapists in Baton Rouge, LA

Family therapy in Baton Rouge designed to help parents, teens, and children communicate more effectively and resolve conflicts. Headway connects you with experienced providers who use evidence-based approaches to strengthen relationships across the Mid City, Downtown, and Southdowns neighborhoods. Start with a free consultation today.

Dr. Brian Wise

Dr. Brian Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Metairie, LA


“As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I also specialize in supporting people around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships with genuine openness and care.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stephanie Staggs

Stephanie Staggs

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is eclectic and tailored to each individual... This allows me to meet you where you are and support your unique path to healing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Mia Johnson

Dr. Mia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Each client's experience is individualized and handled with care, competence, and cultural responsiveness.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Scotty Arceneaux

Scotty Arceneaux

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to offer a safe, affirming, and judgment-free space where you can show up as your full self.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Freddie Amos

Freddie Amos

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, LA


“I help individuals who are carrying the weight of confusing or painful spiritual experiences find clarity, healing, and freedom.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Zufall

John Zufall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My communication style tends to be laid back, which utilizes a person-centered approach that is collaborative with my clients during therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anthony Bundy

Anthony Bundy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erin Burnham

Erin Burnham

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I show up with warmth, honesty, and zero judgment, so you don't have to filter or "have it all together" here.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Sears

Melissa Sears

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I believe that therapy is a partnership built on trust, compassion, and respect. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and experiences. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. I understand that seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and I strive to meet you where you are while helping you build the skills and confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Culbreath

Mandy Culbreath

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Whether you're facing burnout, navigating recovery, or exploring how your past has shaped your present, I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you don't have to have it all figured out to start.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sherile Smith

Sherile Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We do a brief check-in each session (similar to a temperature check.) Reviewing your sleep pattern, any appetite fluctuations and the like are essential to overall well-being and can provide valuable clues to your experience.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Scott

Tanya Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic style is genuine, interactive, and solution focused. I'll guide you with realistic coping strategies, positive communication strategies, and identify opportunities for inter-personal growth.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christina Wiley

Christina Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe meaningful growth happens when people feel supported, understood, and empowered to create positive change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Virginia Cowart

Virginia Cowart

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring a master's degree in Social Work and over 50 years of experience as a social worker, including 25+ years counseling abused children.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Steven Byrd

Dr. Steven Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and solution-focused, emphasizing clear objectives and actionable steps to achieve sustainable outcomes.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sophia Hritz

Sophia Hritz

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that healing and growth happen within a safe, trusting relationship, and I work collaboratively with clients to build on their existing strengths, resilience, and insight.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Teelye Matthews

Teelye Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, or feeling stuck, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences without judgment.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yolanda Adams

Yolanda Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe you are the expert of your story and already hold many strengths that can help you overcome what challenges you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Duwanna Burse

Duwanna Burse

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I help you slow down, understand what's beneath your stress, and build tools you can actually use in daily life.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Smith

Gwendolyn Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I am a good listener, non-judgmental and empathic. My counseling approach is eclectic using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Psychoeducation to name a...”
Anger management, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ciera LeBouef

Ciera LeBouef

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi, I'm Ciera! I believe everyone deserves a safe, welcoming space where they can feel heard without judgement. My goal is to help you navigate life's challenges by building on your strengths while learning practical tools you can use in everyday life. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I'll meet you where you are and walk alongside you at a pace that feels right for you.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Virginia Peden

Virginia Peden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


“My approach integrates trauma-informed somatic psychology, attachment theory, and interpersonal neurobiology, which means we're not just talking about problems—we're working with your nervous system, your relational patterns, and your capacity for...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janell Brown

Janell Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Bossier City, LA


“I strive to promote a warm environment where one can quickly feel accepted, not judged, heard, and validated.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melinda Thomas

Melinda Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We offer a flexible, relaxed, nonjudgmental and compassionate approach that serves to help a wide variety of people and their situations.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Matt Miller

Matt Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Welcome to my page! I enjoy working with people to help them live happier, more fulfilling lives. I’ve worked in a variety of settings with a diverse range of clients and welcome people from all walks of life. I promise to give my best to each individual, starting with a thorough assessment and creating a detailed treatment plan guided by their needs. My counseling mantra is 'Nobody cares what you know until they know that you care."

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melvin Nevels

Melvin Nevels

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who believes that healing happens best in spaces that are safe, honest, and non-judgmental. I work with those who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the effects of trauma.

My approach is collaborative and practical. We will focus on understanding what’s showing up in your life, identifying patterns that may be holding you back, and developing tools you can use in real-world situations. I don’t believe in perfection—I believe in progress.

Clients often describe me as direct, supportive, and easy to talk to. I meet you where you are while also helping you move toward where you want to be. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something different, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DaVante Jenkins-Gethers

DaVante Jenkins-Gethers

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I believe healing happens in a space where your full story is welcomed and respected. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, depression, and life transitions through a supportive, culturally aware, and collaborative approach.

Many of the clients I support feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop practical tools that support healthier daily functioning and long-term healing.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mia White

Mia White

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I work with adults and children who feel overwhelmed by painful experiences, difficult memories, or life circumstances that have left them feeling stuck. If you've been carrying grief, trauma, anger, or emotions that feel hard to manage on your own, you don't have to sort through it alone. Therapy can be a place to slow down, better understand what you're going through, and begin moving toward healing with support, honesty, and hope.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Adrian Anderson

Dr. Adrian Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My foundational approach to therapy focuses on client strengths (Strengths Perspective) and client empowerment (Empowerment Approach).”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamilia Trench

Jamilia Trench

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to meet you where you are and help you develop the confidence and skills needed to move forward with greater resilience and hope.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Allyson O'Connor

Dr. Allyson O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Dr. O'Connor understands that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and she's here to walk alongside you every step of the way.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Gonzales

Laura Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted while working toward greater emotional, psychological, and relational well-being.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Crystal Scott

Crystal Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should be more than a place to vent — it should be a space to rebuild, realign, and rise stronger.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Caroline Turner

Caroline Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should feel like a conversation, not a place where someone tells you what you are doing wrong.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leonica Riley Erwin

Leonica Riley Erwin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I support Black Women and other people of color who are navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ann Wilder

Ann Wilder

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can identify, explore, and process your emotions, better understand the root causes of distress, and begin shifting unhelpful thought patterns.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a place of warmth and acceptance. I also know how important and healthy it is to laugh and celebrate accomplishments.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Gorzelsky

Sarah Gorzelsky

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“Sometimes in life you just need a break and someone you can count on. Someone who is not going to pass judgment, make assumptions, try to fix it, or say anything unhelpful.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Corrie Minges

Dr. Corrie Minges

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Isle, LA


“My humanistic, collaborative style helps you uncover strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our family therapists in Baton Rouge, LA

Number of therapists serving Baton Rouge, LA
There are over 336 therapists in Baton Rouge, LA accepting new patients.
336+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 88%Family issues
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 99%Cigna
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 40%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%German
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 15%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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