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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 882 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.

James Collier

James Collier

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Louisiana


I’m a psychiatrist with more than 20 years of clinical experience, including work in outpatient mental health, inpatient psychiatry, and community-based care. I also completed fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry. After years in clinical practice, I now serve as a behavioral health medical director and am returning to patient care because I genuinely miss the connection and impact of working directly with patients. I bring a broad clinical perspective and a thoughtful, experienced approach to care.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kierra Cooks

Kierra Cooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“She believes that every person deserves to be heard, understood, and supported on their journey toward emotional wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tera Rattler

Tera Rattler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Through my experience, I think it is optimal to explore the connection of mental health and overall wellness through mind and body.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Kindschy

Heather Kindschy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should feel both safe and collaborative. I use evidence-based practices like CBT, EMDR, and ACT...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melvin Burrell

Dr. Melvin Burrell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I practice an integrative, trauma-informed approach that centers safety, collaboration, and respect for each client's lived experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristina McCray

Kristina McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Kristina's counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Brand

Amy Brand

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I work with adults who are carrying more than most people can see — chronic illness, grief, anxiety, and the kind of exhaustion that comes from caregiving or trying to hold yourself together through a hard season of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Halisha Anderson

Halisha Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“Halisha's goal while working with individuals, couples, and families is to support them while they are prioritizing their needs and to create an environment that is welcoming and inviting.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Pamela Savage

Dr. Pamela Savage

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“By creating a space for you to feel safe, valued, and empowered, my goal is to help you navigate whatever life circumstances you find yourself facing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Callie Wilson

Callie Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“I will strive to create an empathetic, encouraging, and non-judgmental atmosphere, while being appropriately direct with you.”
Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natashia Fields

Natashia Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


If you’re here, you might be feeling weighed down by stress, sadness, or worry that seems hard to shake. On the outside you show up, get things done, and care for the people around you...but inside, it can feel heavy and exhausting. I want you to know you don’t have to carry that alone.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana with over 15 years of experience. My background includes helping adults work through anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of past hurts. My approach is supportive and down-to-earth: we’ll move at your pace, focusing on practical tools and new ways of thinking that can help you find balance, clarity, and peace.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you are truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s been holding you back, strengthen your confidence, and build the life you want to live.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Zell

Sarah Zell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am committed to helping clients develop and maintain better relationships with their friends, neighbors, family members, and co-workers.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shawanda Benton

Shawanda Benton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I used a client centered approach therapy. A client-centered approach to therapy means the focus is on you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shelley Blanda

Shelley Blanda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am passionate about helping patients build insight, resilience, and sustainable coping strategies.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angel Vaccaro

Angel Vaccaro

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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
Shavon Hall

Shavon Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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
Katherine Taylor

Katherine Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am skilled in meeting clients where they are and utilizing evidenced-based approaches to move them through an effective treatment plan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rashida Taylor

Dr. Rashida Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is solution-focused, creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for clients to explore and express their emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Monique Washington

Monique Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that people have more insight into their circumstances than than they give themselves credit for.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Barbara Droy

Barbara Droy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a client centered approach. I offer a variety of interventions depending on your needs. My approach is focused on you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. David Weibel

Dr. David Weibel

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


Create and live the meaning of your life, whether by improving relationships, thriving within your career, enduring struggle, or saying goodbye. We can help you overcome limiting beliefs or patterns. We can help you embrace new perspectives and solve the problems that need solving. We can help you transcend any setbacks you have experienced, and determine how you can best serve others. Therapy does not have to be rigid; humor is encouraged. We can have fun while applying the best techniques psychology has produced.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Suzette Ermler

Suzette Ermler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is one of openness and acceptance, focusing on each person's own resiliency and strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rozina Freeney-Wright

Rozina Freeney-Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in fostering a healthy therapeutic alliance built on trust, collaboration, empathy, and respect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angela Taylor

Angela Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is integrative, blending faith-based Christian counseling with evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Queen Nyanganso

Queen Nyanganso

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy starts with creating a non-judgmental, safe space where you can take the mask off and truly be yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth "Ty" Simon-Clark

Elizabeth "Ty" Simon-Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, LA


“My goal is to build a therapeutic relationship with each of my clients that allows us to grow together as we work through your life struggles.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cecelia Simon

Cecelia Simon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shreveport, LA


“Grounded in the belief that life's successes and failures "transform our lives into the beauty of why we were created,"”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dawn Moncrief

Dawn Moncrief

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I'm Dawn, a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in grief, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and life's significant transitions. Whether you're grieving the death of someone you love, caring for a family member, facing a serious medical diagnosis, or navigating another profound life change, counseling offers a compassionate place to slow down, tell your story, and make room for whatever you're carrying.

Chronic conditions, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cassie Maxwell

Cassie Maxwell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I know reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, so I work hard to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Clients describe me as warm, approachable, and easy to talk to, and my hope is that you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapy style is very warm and relational. I believe that everyone has a right to seek their highest level of functioning...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wendy Durant

Wendy Durant

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


Hi, I’m Wendy Durant-Nelson, LPC-S, PhD, N.D. New Orleans is home, and for more than 20 years I’ve had the privilege of helping adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My counseling style blends evidence-based care with the warmth, authenticity, and genuine connection that the South is known for; you’ll find a space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel truly heard. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship concerns, depression, and women’s issues, using practical, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for growth, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. ⚜️💜💚💛

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chavonn Johnson

Chavonn Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My concentration is working with adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety and trouble adjusting to life's daily challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Murdock

Joshua Murdock

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have an eclectic approach to therapy as I believe that each client is different and requires different forms of treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Raina Deer

Raina Deer

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi, I’m Raina Deer. I’m a therapist who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with compassion and clarity. I specialize in working with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a welcoming space where you feel supported and can grow at your own pace.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynettod Gipson

Lynettod Gipson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Monroe, LA


“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered, with a focus on creating a comfortable, judgment-free environment where you feel heard and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shannon Vallair-Franklin

Shannon Vallair-Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience in mental and behavioral health. I have worked with all ages from 0-65+, and am certified in a variety of evidence-based practices that aid individuals and families in reaching their goals. These include, but are not limited to CBT, Multisystemic Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Positive Parenting Program, and many others. I am also in pursuit of my doctoral degree with a focus on counseling psychology.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tiffany Bohannon

Tiffany Bohannon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm a warm and compassionate counselor who believes everyone deserves a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michele Guidry

Michele Guidry

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


My name is Michele. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience. I am licensed in the state of Louisiana by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. I grew up near the New Orleans area in a small town called Luling. I graduated from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux Louisiana and Tulane University in New Orleans.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and self-regulation techniques, among others, to help you gain tangible progress in your growth as an individual.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raymond Bowen

Raymond Bowen

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 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
There are over 39 therapists in New Orleans, LA accepting new patients.
39+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 95%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
  • 87%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 85%Cigna
  • 54%Oxford
  • 54%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 3%American Sign Language
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 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
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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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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