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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.

Tyler Varisco

Tyler Varisco

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal with you, as my client, is ultimately to help you unlock your full potential and take power back over your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Taylor Martin

Taylor Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I tailor each session to each individuals specific needs; everyone is unique and requires specific styles of therapy that works best for them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie McClellan

Melanie McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“With the right tools and support, it is possible to quiet the mental noise and move forward with greater confidence.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Johnston

Michael Johnston

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is straightforward, supportive, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn't about judgment or having all the answers.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carrie Wiggins

Carrie Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm warm, present, and practical. I focus on helping you set clear goals and become more mindful of where you are and where you want to go.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Quaneice Perry

Quaneice Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is eccentric; yet, warm and interactive because therapy isn't an 'one size fits all.'”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelli Means

Kelli Means

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Dawn Barras

Dawn Barras

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients feel truly seen, heard, and empowered to make meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scotty Arceneaux

Scotty Arceneaux

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to offer a safe, affirming, and judgment-free space where you can show up as your full self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tanya Scott

Tanya Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic style is genuine, interactive, and solution focused. I'll guide you with realistic coping strategies, positive communication strategies, and identify opportunities for inter-personal growth.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Janay Morgan

Janay Morgan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe meaningful growth happens when clients feel both supported and challenged...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, 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
Dr. Mia Johnson

Dr. Mia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Each client's experience is individualized and handled with care, competence, and cultural responsiveness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Davis

Stephanie Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Monroe, LA


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and grounded in faith, honoring the whole person-mind, body, and spirit.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Harrison

Robert Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in trauma therapy. I began my training in EMDR in 2011, which is the main modality I use in helping clients overcome the various symptoms associated with traumatic events.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Bundy

Anthony Bundy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Charlamonte Gordon

Charlamonte Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am a strong believer that we all possess strengths that can be built upon to pull us through those tough situations.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kayontae Williams

Kayontae Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to provide individualized, holistic, high-quality care tailored to you, driven with care and compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brittany Neyland

Brittany Neyland

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello! I work with client's who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use, stress, and etc. Over the past years I have developed my counseling skills to help others achieve their goals and needs they are wanting to accomplish in their counseling journey.

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shadaria Chandler

Shadaria Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in supporting mothers and families through pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood, and I also work with adults who are ready to build resilience, feel more grounded, and genuinely heal.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Zufall

John Zufall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My communication style tends to be laid back, which utilizes a person-centered approach that is collaborative with my clients during therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Hritz

Sophia Hritz

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that healing and growth happen within a safe, trusting relationship, and I work collaboratively with clients to build on their existing strengths, resilience, and insight.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My clients are greeted and treated professionally, at the same time, they are made comfortable to speak freely about their problems.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kennyra Colson

Kennyra Colson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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
Janell Brown

Janell Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Bossier City, LA


“I strive to promote a warm environment where one can quickly feel accepted, not judged, heard, and validated.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Reion Janeau

Reion Janeau

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Through a collaborative approach, we will identify and build upon current strategies to navigate life stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amanda Anderson

Amanda Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a background in trauma-informed care, religious trauma, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, Veterans, caregiver support, and elder care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melanie James

Melanie James

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a safe, open, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Sears

Melissa Sears

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I believe that therapy is a partnership built on trust, compassion, and respect. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and experiences. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. I understand that seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and I strive to meet you where you are while helping you build the skills and confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Wiley

Christina Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe meaningful growth happens when people feel supported, understood, and empowered to create positive change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Dontisha Davis

Dr. Dontisha Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


You might be feeling exhausted from holding everything together, anxious about the future, or stuck in patterns that no longer fit who you are. I work primarily with women and couples navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, and trauma that can be hard to put into words. Many of my clients are new to therapy or haven’t always felt culturally safe or understood in past spaces. With me, you don’t have to shrink yourself or explain your whole identity just to be believed. Together, we’ll work toward you feeling more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thorn Phillips

Thorn Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a Licensed Professional Counselor and former Army National Guard member and paramedic, I understand firsthand how trauma, crisis, and life's unexpected challenges can leave lasting emotional wounds.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Pipkins

Victoria Pipkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


I’m Victoria, I’m a mother, single-parent who has been through it all and am very relatable. I have been in the mental health field for 20 years and I am very passionate in making sure I meet all your needs. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions from ADHD to Schizophrenia and I am equipped with the expertise and experience to safely manage your needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Demetria Buie

Dr. Demetria Buie

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should be a space where all parts of you are seen and honored, whether you're carrying generational wounds, navigating a major life transition, or seeking greater alignment in your personal or professional life.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 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 883 therapists in Louisiana accepting new patients.
883+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 75%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 40%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 35%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%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 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.