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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in New Orleans, LA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans residents struggling with PTSD, nightmares, or trauma triggers can access specialized care through Headway's network of 689 providers trained in trauma-focused approaches. Whether you need imaginal exposure, relaxation training, or compassionate support for trauma recovery, sessions are flexible and covered by most insurance plans.

Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Green

Elizabeth Green

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“It's never too late to create a life you're excited about, no matter what has happened or what you're struggling with today.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
K'Breaun Sharpe

K'Breaun Sharpe

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapy style is warm, engaging, and affirming. I provide a space to be yourself and utilize integrated evidence-based therapy approaches...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Ritchey

Dr. Michael Ritchey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Forget the image of the therapist with a clipboard and rehearsed responses. We'll talk like real people, because healing happens through genuine connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendyl Brunet

Kendyl Brunet

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is calm, compassionate, and collaborative — therapy with me is a space where you don't have to have it all figured out.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kechia Breedlove

Kechia Breedlove

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions that promote lasting well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Washington

Monique Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that people have more insight into their circumstances than than they give themselves credit for.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cindy Pechon

Cindy Pechon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Having overcome many personal obstacles, I have first hand experience that allows me to truly empathize with others.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Judy White-Jackson

Judy White-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I begin by creating a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to share their stories at their own pace.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sherihan Elghorayeby

Sherihan Elghorayeby

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My passion lies in assisting individuals who have experienced traumatic or stressful events in their lives.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aundi Barabino

Aundi Barabino

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal as a practitioner is to provide a safe space where you can express yourself and to empower you with the skills to positively impact your life.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Mays

Gloria Mays

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ruston, LA


“My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a spiritual perspective, fostering trust, honest and open communication...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kassie Presnell

Kassie Presnell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Are you struggling with substance use, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or noticing your relationships being impacted by stress or unhealthy patterns? You may feel stuck, out of control, or unsure how to make lasting changes. I work with adolescents and adults across Louisiana who are navigating addiction, anxiety, and relationship challenges. Whether you’re trying to regain control, rebuild trust, or break patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can help you move forward with clarity and stability.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christen Johnson

Christen Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward—you're not alone. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, identity struggles, or relationship stress, therapy can help you gain clarity, find relief, and reconnect with yourself. You might be managing a health condition, navigating cultural or family pressures, or dealing with grief or loss. Whatever you're facing, there’s space here for you to show up as you are and begin to heal.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ciara Pemberton

Ciara Pemberton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a real, supportive conversation-I listen, and I don't judge.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Justin Park

Justin Park

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy with me is a collaborative and grounded experience—one where you don't have to perform, impress, or have the "right" words.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eddie St-Vil

Eddie St-Vil

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I needed someone who could truly understand me—someone who looked like me, understood my background, and could help guide me from struggle to strength.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Raven Winding

Raven Winding

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I engage my clients in a client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy, grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and empowerment.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a deep passion for working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and complex trauma, providing a safe, compassionate space where healing feels possible.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rasheedatt Koleosho

Rasheedatt Koleosho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“My approach to care is holistic and individualized—I aim to understand the full picture of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being to craft a treatment plan that fits your unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in listening to clients and providing them life-long tools for their behavioral and mental health success.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaimee' McKenzie

Jaimee' McKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is warm, direct, and empowering. I believe in being honest, collaborative, and focused on solutions that help you move toward your goals at a pace that feels safe and manageable.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Saville

Robert Saville

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is direct yet warm; I believe in being honest and clear while also creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and non-judgmental.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniela Zapata

Daniela Zapata

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I bring both clinical training and genuine cultural understanding to my work, which means you don't have to simplify your story or explain your background before we can get to what actually matters.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Baker

Dr. Stephen Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I generally work with adult populations and have over ten years of experience working with the following client concerns: Major depressive disorder, general anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorder concerns, stress management,...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Morgan

John Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is nonjudgmental, encouraging, and collaborative, with a focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and creating clear steps toward lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 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 any assumptions, or say anything unhelpful.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alisha Francis

Alisha Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Marrero, LA


“I like to use your weekly experiences as your homework to help open your mind to how your past experiences are affecting you today.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Evena Pierre

Evena Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have developed an even stronger passion for providing unparalleled behavioral health services to individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression and for women who experience mental health conditions during pregnancy and postpartum.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Crystal Ward

Crystal Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


“My desire is for you to come to a point where depression, loneliness, and hopelessness are no longer controlling factors in your life...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Regina Shaw

Regina Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a calm, supportive environment where you feel safe to be open, vulnerable, and fully yourself.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brenna Jacob

Brenna Jacob

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view therapy as a supportive space where you can better understand what's getting in the way of feeling like your best self.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Crystal Harper

Crystal Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in substance use disorder (drug and alcohol addiction), mood disorders, anxiety disorder, divorce, single parenting, and life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Towanna Anderson

Towanna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic practices to meet each person's unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nadia Joseph

Nadia Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liniqua Douglas

Liniqua Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions...”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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