Therapists for college students near University of New Orleans

Katye E. Irwin, LPC-S, helps clients gain understanding and develop coping mechanisms to work through life’s challenges. She helps women develop self compassion and see the strengths they currently possess. Irwin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), area University on-site supervisor for graduate students in Counseling, and an LPC Supervisor for graduates seeking Licensure. Rather than practicing from one particular theory, Irwin instead tries to meet t...

We’ve heard for years from clients about how their previous therapist was a good listener, but they didn’t feel like they made much progress. While active listening is an essential skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. We believe what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You’ll almost always walk out of a session wi...

Amy Alvarez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Amy has a special interest in prenatal and postpartum mental health, infant/toddler parenting support, infertility, and adoption. She also enjoys working with clients coping with divorce/custody, step-families and career issues. Amy is LGBTQ allied and committed to social justice. Amy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts and Philosophy from Mount Holyoke Coll...

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, and families with diverse backgrounds. Dr. Legshe is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, dialectical behavioral therapy, EMDR, IFS, and mindfulness-based practices and utilizes integrative psychotherapy, Buddhist psychology, and psychoanalysis, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approaches to addres...

Some of us hold immense pain resulting from isolation, shame, humiliation, oppression, and marginalization felt individually and collectively. My clinical work is rooted in anti-racism and informed by Relational-Cultural Theory. I utilize a variety of trauma informed techniques and approaches to meet my clients’ needs. Together, we will collaborate in identifying both individual and systemic elements that have impacted your well being and unlock your full potential by uncovering the strengths, c...

The Uptown Counseling Center is a personable, professional, and respectful provider of individualized counseling, intimacy counseling, psychotherapy, and medication management....

I have 25 years experience in private practice. I have also been a counselor educator for 19 years teaching at the graduate level and providing practicum and internship supervision for students entering the counseling field. I believe the counseling process is all about change, that is, changing current behaviors, thinking patterns, or feelings. Counseling will allow you opportunities to explore areas of concern, while challenging you to think and/or behave in new ways pertaining to the issues i...

Most of us don’t need to be in therapy forever. I provide goal-oriented therapy to individuals seeking a season or two of support, self-exploration, and skill-building. Before opening my private practice, I worked with law students and college students at Loyola University, as well as with adults at the Spyre. Many of my clients have been brand-new to therapy....

As a former clinical director of Tulane's Counseling and Psychological Services and with over twenty years of experience as a psychiatrist, I have helped thousands of college students improve their mental health and thrive. I want my patients to get better as quickly and as safely as possible, so I maintain a private practice that focuses on providing personal, caring, and expert treatment of psychiatric illnesses. I am a board-certified psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neuro...

I have been working as a therapist for 25 years and believe the better we know ourselves the better decisions we are able to make. Informed decisions are directly related to overall life satisfaction. Psychotherapy is a tool that provides insight, support and a non-judgmental environment which allows you to become conscious of who you are, why you are struggling and how to heal in order to find what it is you truly want in your life. Therapy is a collaborative process and a relationship where...

Dr. Klenck holds specialized training in evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure therapy, and mindfulness-based practices for the treatment of anxiety disorders (including trauma and stressor-related disorders, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety, and other phobias), depressive bipolar and related disorders and a wide range of other d...

I offer individual therapy and psychological assessment to adults. Whether you have a problem to solve, goals to achieve or need emotional support, therapy can offer a safe space for an individual to disclose information and receive supportive, non-judgmental feedback, while learning skills to improve yourself. I am best suited to help you with mood difficulties, such as depression; self-esteem and identity problems; stress and anxiety; substance abuse problems; employment struggles; and relati...

My practice focuses on trauma, eating disorders and life transitions; while also working with more general presentations of anxiety, depression, mood swings, impulsivity, grief and loss, emotional regulation, and self-view. I value diversity and will encourage your personal identities; understanding that individual identity impacts our experiences. As we navigate our lives, we develop beliefs about ourself through our experiences. These beliefs have powerful effects on our sense of belongin...

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...

I am passionate about helping individuals achieve their personal goals through an empowering and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and respected as we work together toward healing and growth. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. I am also EMDR certified, which allows me to support clients in processing distressing experiences and building emotional resilience through evidence-based traum...

Hello! Are you experiencing any of the following: Depressed mood/Anxiety/Increased Stress? Concern about substance use/misuse? Problems in relationships or Inability to manage emotions? Unsatisfied with life or seeking personal growth? If you said yes to any of these, I can help. I specialize in anxiety, substance misuse, and depression. We'll work together so you'll learn how to manage emotions when dealing with stressful life events by: Improving communication and quality of rela...

Hello and welcome — you’re taking an important step in your self-care by considering therapy. I’m a Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselor and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over 15 years of experience providing mental health counseling and wellness coaching. I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, a population close to my heart, as these years are full of transition, identity development, and opportunities for growth. I support clients navigating AD...

Hey there, Dr. Janaé here!! I understand that everyone’s experiences are unique and I strive on taking the time to get to know each student, offering care that’s respectful of identity, culture, and background. I also help students manage the ups and downs of college life—whether that’s stress, anxiety, depression, or big life changes. And last but certainly not least, I offer tailored support for ADHD, autism, and other learning differences. My approach is warm, culturally respectful, and...

As humans, how we feel in and about our relationships is so important. So it makes sense that it can feel pretty awful when we feel unseen or like we don't belong. Reaching out when we are unsure who will meet us or how they will treat us is a hard thing to do. Still, at every step, I strive to support my clients with compassion and curiosity as we explore their unique and intuitive process toward becoming their most authentic selves. I feel deeply honored to get to explore with my clients new w...

I specialize in working with adults, young adults, and adolescents in individual and group therapy. I use evidence-based practices, and am sensitive to my client's concerns and comfort-level in practice. A native of New Orleans, I hold an MSW from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MA in Education from Stanford University. You can also find me on PsychologyToday.com, linkedin.com, and therapyinnola.com....