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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in New Orleans, LA


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in New Orleans, LA
Recovery from addiction, alcohol use disorder, or drug dependence starts with the right support in New Orleans. Headway offers flexible therapy with providers experienced in 12-Step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and dual diagnosis treatment. Free intake calls available, with sessions often covered by insurance and average savings of 75% for clients.
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."
I’m Dee S. Freeman, LPC, LAC, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families heal, grow, and rebuild their lives. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University and a Master Certification in Adult Education and Training.
My background includes directing clinical programs, supervising counselors, and providing therapy for clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and family conflict. I specialize in working with women, parents, and families—particularly those navigating pregnancy, postpartum challenges, or involvement with court and social service systems.
At HALO Therapeutic Group, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients can be heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
If you're reading this, there is a chance that you need an outlet, a safe space, as you're carrying more than you allow others to see. Is it worsening depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or stress? Maybe life itself has become exhausting, relationships feel harder than they should, or you're navigating seasons of change that has left you lost, disconnected, or uncertain. Whatever it is, I offer a safe space with warmth and compassion with the ease of not having to figure it out alone.
You deserve a chance to heal, persevere, and overcome obstacles that hinder you from your best self. One of bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story, truth, no matter how it looks. I look forward to being apart of your journey.
I have been a LPC for over 10 years and have worked with a very diverse group of clients. They range in age from 6 to 60. I specialize in adolescents and trauma. I have also worked with depression, anxiety, personal relationships, parenting problems, addictions, emotional abuse, and physical trauma.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming not because of one big moment, but because the stress, worry, and emotional weight have slowly built over time. Anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, or major life changes can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and the people you care about most. You don't have to navigate those challenges alone. I partner with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, family issues, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and trauma so they can strengthen relationships, build resilience, and create a greater sense of peace in their everyday lives. Working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where every person feels safe, respected, and empowered to grow.
Brandy Cooks is a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a deep commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care. With a unique blend of experience in both education and healthcare, Brandy is passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being and achieve their personal health goals.
I’m Shawn, a licensed social worker dedicated to supporting individuals through challenges that impact their well‐being and overall success. I hold a BS in Sociology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, an MSW from Louisiana State University, and I am currently completing my PhD in Social Work at Alabama A&M University. My areas of specialization include trauma‐informed intervention, crisis response, behavioral and emotional support, family engagement, and advocacy for youth involved in alternative education or juvenile justice systems.
I am a dedicated and compassionate counselor with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Concordia University Wisconsin. I have experience working in substance abuse treatment, as well as providing individual and group therapy in both mental health clinic settings and public schools.
My clinical background includes supporting clients in diverse environments, where I have provided mental health services to individuals, adolescents, and groups. I am experienced in addressing substance use challenges alongside a range of mental health concerns.
My approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in New Orleans, LA



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 97%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 80%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 45%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%Vietnamese

- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online

- 78%Woman
- 22%Man

- 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 11%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 48%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
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