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Top therapists in New Orleans, LA accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in New Orleans across neighborhoods like the French Quarter, Marigny, and the Bywater area. Headway connects you with 883 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many clients save up to 75% on care through insurance, with some paying as little as $0 per session.
“My goal when working with you is to provide a safe and positive experience where we can identify your needs, goals, and treatment.”
Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is not about erasing your past, but gaining tools, support, and insight to create a healthier future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have a special interest in working with trauma survivors, autistic and ADHD individuals, and those navigating grief, loss, and major life changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you feel understood, recognize your strengths, and develop practical tools to move forward.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe maintaining good mental health is essential, and therapy can be a supportive space to regain balance, clarity, and confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about helping people (women are my specialty) recognize their strengths, overcome barriers, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you feel heard, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am committed to helping you do more than survive. My goal is to teach you to dance - even in the rain!”
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have an eclectic style that I adapt based on each client's specific circumstances. I often incorporate a variety of modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and systems theory.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I don't believe in cookie-cutter therapy—everyone's journey is different, so I tailor my approach to fit each person's unique story.”
Trauma
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take great pride in meeting my clients where they are, while helping them get to where they are trying to go.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I view therapy as a shared journey in which I bring my compassion, professional training/knowledge and understanding along to assist you on own path of self discovery growth and healing.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide the space for to develop healthy ways to cope and to create balance in your life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is always client-centered, and solution-focused. I assist my clients with identifying their strengths to achieve goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“As a Black woman therapist, I understand what it means to walk into a room and wonder if the person across from you truly sees you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe good mental health care starts with listening. I want to know what is actually affecting your day to day life, what you have already tried, what has helped, and what has not.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My clinical approach is collaborative, compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to fit the unique needs of each individual.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am committed to guiding individuals on their journey to fulfillment and clarity.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My counseling style is warm and approachable. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My goal as a therapist is to work with you to find creative solutions and get back to enjoying life!”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I also specialize in supporting people around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships with genuine openness and care.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am a licensed professional counselor with numerous years of experience working with persons with chronic and persistent mental illness.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) which help clients heal from traumatic experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I honor your unique story and feel privileged to share your journey to hope, optimism, and self –empowerment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
I specialize in helping my clients navigate challenging situations. From substance use disorders to grief, I've supported my clients in fostering effective communication and emotional expression. Sharing feelings openly and honestly is crucial for your well-being. Remember, transformation takes time, but there is always hope with hard work. You can move towards a more connected and hopeful future.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate environment where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and achieve meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where each person feels heard, valued, and respected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“My approach to therapy is client-centered and solution-focused, emphasizing clear objectives and actionable steps to achieve sustainable outcomes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My style is warm and empathetic, utilizing active listening and asking questions to understand your experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“In therapy sessions, I assist clients in identifying goals for therapy, triggers for symptoms/behaviors, and any unhealthy behaviors and strategies that the client may be using.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapy style is warm and accepting. I believe in treating individuals with respect, compassion, and empathy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about helping people take meaningful steps toward healing and feeling more like themselves again.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Substance use / addiction
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should give you something useful to take into your real life, not just a place to talk for an hour.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I work with women who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or simply unsure of what comes next.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I take a personalized, strengths-based approach to support each client's unique journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“As your therapist, I will listen attentively and help guide you on a collaborative journey towards finding solutions to your problems.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of New Orleans, LA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of New Orleans, LA
39+
Average years in practice
8 years
Top specialties offered
- 95%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 87%Trauma
- 87%Family issues
Insurances accepted
- 97%Aetna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Cigna
- 54%Oxford
- 54%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 10%Spanish
- 3%American Sign Language
- 3%French
- 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
License types
- 38%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 21%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 36%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in New Orleans
Searching for therapists in New Orleans starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life changes. Look for a therapist whose listed specialties match what you want to work on. It can also help to review their approach, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, acceptance and commitment therapy, or trauma-informed care.
New Orleans has therapists across neighborhoods such as the French Quarter, Marigny, Bywater, Uptown, and Mid-City, with both in-person and virtual appointments available. If office location matters, consider commute time, parking, and how the appointment fits into your week. If schedule flexibility matters more, virtual therapy may give you more options. As you compare New Orleans therapists, review availability, whether they are accepting new clients, and any free consultation options. A therapist’s bio can also show how they communicate, structure sessions, and describe their work.
Therapy in New Orleans can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you find therapists, shows estimated out-of-pocket costs after you enter your insurance details, and lets you book directly when you find a match. Browse therapists in New Orleans, review profiles, and choose someone who fits your needs, schedule, and insurance plan.
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