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Top therapists in Louisiana accepting new patients

Connect with compassionate providers throughout Louisiana who specialize in conditions like anxiety, depression, and more. With flexible scheduling and availability within two weeks, Headway makes quality mental health care accessible and affordable through insurance coverage.

Alysius Allen

Alysius Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


I graduated with a BS degree in Psychology at Louisiana State University. I have a Master's Degree from Southern University in Mental Health Counseling. I have over 27 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Young

Pamela Young

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership. We work together to understand what you're going through...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Glynn

Dr. Michael Glynn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic approach is collaborative and trauma-informed, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharae James

Sharae James

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My role is to help you or your loved one find strength & solutions by creating a safe, accepting environment where we work together to explore problems, identify skills, & gain new insight.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bobbi Jordan

Bobbi Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take a warm, client-centered approach and strive to create a safe space where you feel heard and supported.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shawanda Brown

Shawanda Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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 5 insurance carriers
Emily Bloodworth

Emily Bloodworth

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy is not about judgment or quick fixes, but about having meaningful conversations that help gain clarity, build stronger relationships, and reconnect with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Earl Davis

Earl Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is supportive, caring, and compassionate. I like to focus on identifying strengths...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alicia Harper

Alicia Harper

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Counseling modalities that I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, brief solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adrina Humphrey

Adrina Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a deep commitment to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Liby Macip

Liby Macip

Therapist

Virtual • Metairie, LA


“I believe that you are doing the best you can with the resources that you have, so give yourself an opportunity to get professional support and develop your real potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaqwaylon Davenport

Jaqwaylon Davenport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while integrating other evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Henderson

Jeremiah Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello, my name is Jeremiah Henderson. I am a licensed clinical social worker practicing in the state of Texas. I have experience working with depression, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, low motivation, trauma, and anger. It is important to realize that we are all prone to experience life stressors and negative emotions that can knock us down; however, I want us to work to develop skills and coping mechanisms to assist in helping to pull ourselves back to a point of stability. Getting to a place of happiness and stability is not something we can stumble on by accident, it will take deliberate work to get there and even harder work to maintain it. Let me help you get to the finish line.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brittney Ball

Brittney Ball

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Brittney Ball has been a licensed professional counselor, in Louisiana and Texas, for10 years with experience working with various ages with mild-to-moderate mental illnesses. Brittney is also an author of a mental health journal.

  • Note: if you do not see an appointment date/time listed that fits your availability, please contact me & I am able to schedule you manually.
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: 318-317-2984
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 5 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kimana LeMaster

Kimana LeMaster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Metairie, LA


“I specialize in working with those who walk their own path—particularly LGBTQ+ individuals and those practicing ENM or polyamory, as well as those recovering from spiritual or religious abuse.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gill Jasmine

Gill Jasmine

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where we work together to work and process through things like anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Iwe

Andrew Iwe

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is meeting my clients where they are. By creating an environment where they can express themselves and together we find a solution to their problems.”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alexandra Dodd

Alexandra Dodd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based techniques like CBT and Motivational Interviewing...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roger Kolker

Roger Kolker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am here to work alongside you as you rediscover your strengths and step into the leadership role of your own life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. April Davis

Dr. April Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Zachary, LA


“My goal is to help clients achieve symptom relief, improved functioning, and lasting emotional wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Delarious Stewart

Dr. Delarious Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic approach is primarily rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is a well-established and evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Quenton Kayd

Quenton Kayd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Florida, Louisiana and Texas with a strong background in both school and clinical counseling. Over the years, I have supported children, adolescents, and adults as they navigated challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

Please send me an email at [email protected] and we can arrange an initial consult or book your first session.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Onassis Jones

Onassis Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is holistic and collaborative, meaning we look at the whole picture - your emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jarodd Hundley

Jarodd Hundley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My theoretical orientation is eclectic in nature integrating concepts from Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brendan Turner

Brendan Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“With over 17 years in recovery, I intimately understand how stress, trauma, and loss can compound into feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kenya Williams

Kenya Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and safe space where you can openly share your experiences and work toward meaningful goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Danyelle Davis

Danyelle Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in clientele who present with Bipolar, Schizophrenia, or other dissociative based disorders, but also have worked with PTSD, Depression, Autism, and Anxiety based clients for the entirety of my career.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ilana Wahlder

Ilana Wahlder

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe each person is unique and that more than one approach maybe needed to get the best outcomes.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Babin

Richard Babin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“CBT empowers you to reshape negative thoughts and behaviors, while insight-oriented therapy uncovers deep-seated patterns and past influences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shavez Pinestraw

Shavez Pinestraw

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“As a Black male, I know how hard it can be to open up, especially when the world expects you to always have it together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Louisiana

Number of therapists serving Louisiana
There are over 814 therapists in Louisiana accepting new patients.
814+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 77%Trauma
  • 75%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 39%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 36%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Mental Health Therapist in Louisiana

Searching for therapists in Louisiana starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Across urban and rural parts of the state, available therapists and specialties can vary, so it helps to look for someone whose training matches what you want to address. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, review their listed specialties, therapy style, and experience with approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Location and format also matter when choosing a Louisiana therapist. If you live in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, or a smaller community, your options may look different based on local availability. Some people prefer in-person sessions, while others choose virtual appointments for easier scheduling. You can also narrow your search by appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how they describe their approach, what a first session may involve, and whether their communication style feels like a good fit.

The cost of therapy in Louisiana varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find Louisiana therapists who take insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and compare available appointments in one place. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm your coverage for your location and plan before your first session. From there, you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.