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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.

Ebony Allen

Ebony Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gretna, LA


“Ebony's counseling style is that of a warm and interactive partner. She believes in walking alongside each client to help them reach their full potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Gee

Dr. Michael Gee

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am committed to fostering a constructive and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance characterized by cooperation, trust, and authenticity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aimee Bustamante

Aimee Bustamante

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello and Welcome! I am here to support your journey toward healing and health. With a little over 20 years of experience in counseling and 15 years as a Licensed professional counselor. I have a wealth of experience working with a variety of people helping them overcome everyday challenges. I specialize in helping people work through depression, anxiety, grief, and stress.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amber Cocchiola

Amber Cocchiola

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi. I'm a proud LSU Alumni with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Religous Studies along with a Master' Degree in Social Work. I have a passion for empowering others and helping them navigate through life's difficulties so they can live their life to the fullest. My professional experience ranges from addictions, mental health, and geriatric care to my most recent position as a hospice social worker.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sana Grant

Sana Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy can be a transformative and liberating process that allows us to uncover hidden meanings beneath the patterns and behaviors that keep us stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bonnie Fortson

Bonnie Fortson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood and I strive to create that space in every session.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberlin Pittman

Kimberlin Pittman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gretna, LA


“Clients can expect to walk away from sessions feeling empowered and encouraged, ready to make small changes to tackle life's big problems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Hundley

Maria Hundley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about prioritizing mental health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Emmanuel Paul

Dr. Emmanuel Paul

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leonard Crider

Leonard Crider

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My own path has taken me through a wide range of experiences, and that's given me a real appreciation for how differently people move through the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Krishna Bailey

Krishna Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgement.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Monica Fields

Monica Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I create a space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward in your life with clarity and confidence.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristi Rachal

Kristi Rachal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“By using Cognitive Behavioral techniques, my goal is to help clients learn to take control of their thoughts and feelings and to implement coping skills to improve their daily lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tasha Moran

Tasha Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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 8 insurance carriers
Amirah Iqbal

Amirah Iqbal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi! I am a native from New Orleans, Louisiana. I come from a South-Asian Muslim background. I completed my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Holy Cross. I am a trauma-based therapist and have 6 years of experience working in this field.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Celeste Lanclos

Celeste Lanclos

Therapist

Virtual • Lafayette, LA


“I have 12 years of experience in mental health facilities providing individual, family and group counseling.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephen Roser

Stephen Roser

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use a warm, supportive style to facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship and spirit of collaboration.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nora Glaspey

Nora Glaspey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My aim is to provide you with an inclusive, intentional, and anti-oppressive environment, wherein you can feel supported and empowered to be completely yourself.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Rochel

Jennifer Rochel

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a good sense of humor.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jasmine Travis

Jasmine Travis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in the inherent ability of everyone to heal and grow when provided the appropriate opportunity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Danielle Lee

Dr. Danielle Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I integrate Brainspotting into my work, a powerful, brain-body therapy that helps clients process and release deeply stored trauma...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shari Purry

Shari Purry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I like to get an understanding of the source of your problem. Then together we explore how the source influences your thinking.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Brown

Eric Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“Working from a perspective that is Humanistic and Mindfulness informed, I help people develop a connection with the inner guidance that is our natural source of healing and growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Brooks

Angela Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strongly believe that you are the expert of your story, and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brooke Ferguson

Brooke Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Lake Charles, LA


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deacon Farrelly

Deacon Farrelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello and congratulations for taking the first and sometimes hardest step of looking for a therapist. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of IN, KY LA, MO, NV, TX, WA and WV. I have the great privilege of working with adolescents and adults seeking assistance in improving their overall mental health and associated challenges. I’ve been in the behavioral health arena for over 40 years and have held numerous direct care and clinical leadership roles in a variety of settings. My joy comes from helping people navigate life's challenges.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Thomandra Sam

Dr. Thomandra Sam

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I place a strong emphasis on connectedness, ensuring there is energy propelling us towards solutions all while being direct, humorous and open to the paths that you believe are best for you.”
Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Hicks

Brittany Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shreveport, LA


“My approach is warm, engaging, and collaborative. Therapy with me is conversational and active — we reflect on patterns, build insight, and practice practical tools.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lindsay LaBorde

Lindsay LaBorde

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Metairie, LA


“My main clientele are young women ages 14 to 34. If that's you and you're experiencing any array of life's challenges such as loneliness, sadness, anxiety or perfectionism, then I may be able to help you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Ascencio

Adriana Ascencio

Therapist

Virtual • Bossier City, LA


My ideal client is thoughtful, capable, and quietly exhausted. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or the emotional shifts that come with pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting. On the outside, they function; on the inside, they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t make sense. They want more than coping skills — they want clarity, steadiness, and relief. Their goal isn’t to “fix” themselves, but to feel calmer, more confident, and less at war with their own brain. My ideal client wants to feel more like themselves again, because being stuck on autopilot isn’t living, it's surviving.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Tarsha Magee

Dr. Tarsha Magee

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am, Dr. Tarsha Magee, LCSW-BACS, I have over 25 years of experience in various settings. I provide mental health treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief, along with symptoms of stress, divorce issues, intimate partner violence and relationship problems. I provide individual, group, couples family therapy, life coaching, EAP with Cigna and Optum( UntiedHealth) consultation, training, psychoeducation, as well as clinical supervision.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Camille Short

Camille Short

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monroe, LA


“I work from the mind frame that everyone has a story, and I am interested to find out where you are to help guide you along this journey called life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Stout

Patricia Stout

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“You will learn how to rewrite your story from within your own consciousness so that you can live it out in a new way in the world and in your relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angie Smith

Dr. Angie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have expertise in helping children, adolescents and adults recover from traumatic experiences/events in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aisha Davis-Luke

Aisha Davis-Luke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Baton Rouge, LA


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in child, adolescent, and adult therapy. With degrees in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling from Jackson State University and Mississippi College, respectively, I offer a collaborative approach to the treatment process. Counseling is hard, but it is easier and more successful when we work together. My expertise lies in mood disorders, behavior, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katharine Miles

Katharine Miles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I provide a warm and supportive therapeutic modality, rooted in evidence based and empirically researched practices...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Ann Bertram

Holly Ann Bertram

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe being honest about what you're going through.”
Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Holly Ann Bertram

Holly Ann Bertram

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe being honest about what you're going through.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Marchand

Karen Marchand

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Baton Rouge, LA


“I believe it's not where you start but where you finish in life. I am committed in treating everyone with respect by utilizing quality listening skills with no judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tammi Moore

Tammi Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in taking an individualized approach to wellness, where you feel empowered to live the life you desire.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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

Frequently asked questions

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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.