My goal is simply to help people without frills or false promises. I take a direct and down to earth approach with the goal of equipping you to tackle life's inevitable ups and downs. Using pragmatic problem solving and therapy guided by physical activity, improvement of organization and time management, acceptance of flaws in ones self and in others, and an expansion of relationships. We will work to identify and reduce negative behavioral patterns and bad habits such as excessive use o...
Have you been stripped from your comfort zone, and can no longer cope the same? Have you done your very best to maintain strength, but each day becomes more of a challenge? Throughout life’s transitions, accepting and adapting to change may seem impossible, but provided with a healthy unbiased therapeutic relationship, coping can become easier. In our therapeutic relationship, we will work collaboratively to explore and identify the presenting problem(s), to develop future attainable goals, and ...
Welcome! I believe in a collaborative counseling relationship; you’ve known yourself all your life, and I’m just getting the opportunity to meet you. Therefore, the first part of therapy involves learning how you approach and view the world. Then, together, we’ll identify how therapy can meet your needs and assess progress along the way. Prior to starting in private practice, I worked in university settings for 14 years, and I have a passion for working with undergraduate and graduate students. ...
* I'm licensed in Louisiana and California and would love to work with you virtually by FaceTime, Zoom, or phone. Reach out at 504-261-4443 (text) * I am in-network for many health plans for students from California through Headway Therapy. You only pay your copay through the portal. Start here: https://headway.co/providers/lisa-tahir-3?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=63753 * I am a Tulane Alum and teach in the Glass Art Department. * Check out my podcast, "All Thing...
Ngawang Legshe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor with over 14 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, families with diverse backgrounds. Dr. Legshe is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based practices and utilizes integrative psychotherapy, Buddhist psychology, evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches to address depression, anxiety, trauma, stres...
New to college life? Navigating change and feeling uncertain? Concerned about fitting in or managing the shift from coupled to single life? Feeling the weight of emotions in a new workplace? You're not alone in these challenges. My name is Vadeisha (Vuh-Dee-Shu), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas and Louisiana, specializing in supporting individuals through significant life transitions. Whether it's adapting to college, handling relationship changes, or navigating career shi...
Accepting new clients- immediate availability! Telehealth available in MA, DC, AZ, WA, OR, LA, ID, NM, CO, UT. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here and how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most and how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with ...
Are ready to take that first step in your healing process? If so, I am excited about your path to your counseling journey! Let’s do it together- Call today to schedule your session. For more information visit: www.overcomecounseling.com...
Life often presents us with challenges. Managing family, school or work, social and personal obligations can be stressful and overwhelming. You may feel your life is out of balance. Whether you are dealing with stressful circumstances, ongoing anxiety, panic, sadness, depression, substance misuse, low confidence, and/or are just wanting to feel less stressed, I will provide the space to help you feel supported and heard. For the past 20+ years I have assisted individuals in creating a life with...
You have made the first step! Life can have many challenges that often leave us feeling lost, helpless, hopeless, and doubting ourselves. I commend you for taking the initiative to seek help as that already demonstrates a willingness, strength, and desire to make changes. My name is Sarah Larke Brooke, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned a Master of Social Work degree from Boston University in 2001. I've worked in many settings with individuals and families from varied ba...
Welcome! My name is Jennifer and it would be my privilege to help assist you on your personal journey towards reaching your full potential. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in individual adult psychotherapy with an emphasis on trauma-informed care, EMDR trained. I help ANXIOUS, DISTRACTED and SCATTERED individuals rewire unhelpful thought patterns and develop new, healthy behaviors so they can show up in meaningful ways in both their personal and professional lives. Le...
Ashley Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed to practice in Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Florida. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Sociology from Louisiana State University and continued at LSU to earn her Masters Degree in Social Work in 2013. Ashley specializes in working with clients with eating disorders of all ages, genders, and diagnoses and has been in that field for the past seven years. She has worked at higher level of care facilities (Residenti...
Welcome, it's great to meet you! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and New Jersey, I believe that each client deserves a safe, supportive environment to explore the areas that are impacting their lives. With a Ph.D. in Counselor Education, I use my knowledge and experience in the field to best serve a wide range of clients. In efforts to develop individualized care to each unique client, I approach therapy from a supportive, empathetic, and collaborative lens. ...
Hello, I am Laura Whites, a licensed clinical social worker helping individuals with grief and loss, anxiety disorders and compulsive behaviors. I expand on the word loss to include anything or anyone that is important to you or any major life event that is distressing to you. The compulsive behaviors I help with are often related to food, exercise and shopping but can be any behavior that keeps showing up for you that takes you away from the life you want to lead. Some people find it helpful ha...
You are at your threshold and something has to give. Maybe you have been struggling for years, or maybe you have new stress that feels unmanageable. You've tried changing your diet, journaling, talking it out, and nothing seems to change. It may seem as though things will never be different in your life or your relationships. But, after years of experience working with others just like you, here is the truth: lasting change is possible. My clients come to me because they want a shift and are see...
Nicole Groves is a licensed counselor with a background in education and mental health. After inspiring young minds as a K-12 educator, she transitioned her passion for helping others into community mental health, then on to private practice. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Grand Valley State University. Nicole then earned her graduate degree from Lamar University. Today, Nicole brings a wealth of experience and empathy to her counseling practice, offering a safe and supportive sp...
I have worked at a number of different nonprofits around New Orleans in the past five years including Crescentcare, Family Services of GNO and Silence Is Violence, my work at these nonprofits has influenced my approach to counseling and my client-therapist relationships. Working from a trauma-informed lens, I work to facilitate a collaborative and empowering approach to counseling. My theoretical approach stems from a radical social justice paradigm with the incorporation of liberation-based hea...
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If you are feeling overwhelmed, off balance, always running behind, or spread too thin, counseling can provide the framework for a radical shift. College is a time when you are suddenly thrust into a new set of stressors and responsibilities, and trying to balance everything on your plate can be difficult! Together, we can take a holistic look at your life to identify where there is room to rewrite limiting or unhelpful beliefs and behavior patterns. We can explore new ways to respond to lif...
My approach is one of empathy and compassion where I will hold space for all of your emotions while you navigate through difficult life events. My counseling style is warm, nurturing, and person-centered and I use interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - helping you work toward acceptance and awareness of the full range of your emotions, thoughts, and sensations in order to better understand yourself. Some of the specific issues I address include eating disorders, self-image, b...