I am a Doctor of Behavioral Health, as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my doctorate degree from Arizona State University. I earned my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Louisiana State University. I have been rendering professional counseling services throughout the state of Louisiana for the last for 15 years.
My work experience includes a variety of clinical backgrounds, such as child protection, grief therapy, medical social work, school social work, inpatient psychiatric social work, individual, family & group psychotherapy as well as serving as the clinical director of an outpatient behavioral health agency with multiple locations in Louisiana. I have also rendered intense trauma-focused therapy to children who have endured or witnessed different forms of trauma such as being sexually abused or witnessing domestic violence or a murder.
I pride myself with meeting each client where they are in hopes of helping them to get to where they desire to be.
I look forward to working with you to help you reach your individualized goals.
Professional experience
14 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Anger management Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD)
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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License information
LA LCSW 10286
MS LCSW C10589
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Lawana Mabry. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Absolutely amazing. Great listener, and knows what to say, when to say it, and how. A great fit for my needs.
Written on Sep 22, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Mabry. Finding someone who makes you feel truly heard, understood, and supported can be difficult, but from the very beginning, I felt like I had found a safe space.
She has an incredible ability to listen without judgment while also challenging me in the ways I need to grow. She doesn’t simply tell me what I want to hear, she helps me look at situations from different perspectives, recognize patterns, set healthier boundaries, and better understand myself. I always leave our sessions feeling lighter, clearer, and more equipped to handle whatever life brings.
Written on Aug 14, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fa
Dr. Mabry is the absolute best. I have had many therapist in the past but she makes you feel comfortable and heard. She challenges you to become your best version of you. She is a God send. I am truly growing in therapy with her.
Written on Jul 10, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
Amazing therapist!
Written on May 24, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Amazing therapist and human
Written on Feb 18, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dr. Mabry is an amazing therapist. She makes me feel comfortable to express myself however I please. I never feel rushed or invalidated when speaking to her; my words just flow as if I've been holding them back and that's something I've never experienced. I'm so thankful to her for her patience and genuineness.
Written on Feb 03, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She helped me out a lot and still is i respect that I have someone I can talk to and she able to talk to me on a level where some people can’t.
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Lawana for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
My therapist is truly amazing — supportive, understanding, and always helps me see things more clearly. I’m really grateful for the progress I’ve made with their guidance. I couldn't ask for a better person.
Written on Dec 02, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr Mabry is amazing. She is relatable, understanding, kind and keeps it real. I look forward to each session.
Written on Nov 19, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Mabry has been the most effective counselor I ever had, and I had many. She’s gifted.
Written on Oct 10, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I feel very safe, understand, and heard. Dr. Mabry is very patient and caring in our sessions!
Written on Oct 09, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is literally the best ! I tell everyone how much I love Dr.Mabry and appreciate her. The amount of work she has done with me has made me make corrections in every aspect of my life. Best on this app, give her a raise !
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coa
Dr. Mabry is very patient, solution oriented and provides great support. She also provides me with tools to be able to make sound judgment with issues that I currently have. Great therapist
Written on Oct 04, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Dr Mabry is wonderful. She has been a key factor in my recovery from crippling anxiety and depression.
Written on Oct 02, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Dr. Mabry has been a calm and positive influence in my chaotic life.
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and anger management
I appreciate Dr. Mabry‘s professionalism and personability. These qualities are present in all aspects of the care she she provides.
Written on Aug 29, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Listens well and offers thoughtful and convicting advice to help you grow.
Written on Aug 11, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Very kind and understanding, as well as super responsive and patient. 100/10 therapist.
Written on Jul 30, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
The whole Betterhelp experience has been great. Dr. Mabry has been a great resource. While I have only had one interaction where we had a dedicated time, she has been great responding and encouraging me as I journal. I highly recommend working with her.
Written on Jul 28, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Mabry has been encouraging and supportive. Wise insights, and challenging thinking.
Written on Jul 14, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dr. Mabry is a very knowledgeable therapist. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Working with Dr.Mabry has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my mental and emotional well-being. She truly listens—like, really listens—and makes me feel seen and heard every time we talk.
What stands out the most is her ability to pick up on things I didn’t even realize were affecting me. She has helped me uncover and understand hidden trauma in a way that feels gentle yet powerful. She has this incredible way of shifting my perspective and helping me see things from a new angle that makes sense.
She’s also incredibly knowledgeable and always seems to say exactly what I need to hear, exactly when I need to hear it. I never feel judged—just supported, challenged in the right ways, and understood.
I’m so grateful for her and the progress I’ve made because of our work together.
Written on Jul 06, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Mabry is enthusiastic about her work, helpful, understanding and so friendly!
Written on Jun 05, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She is very responsive.
Written on May 23, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
Amazing therapist that is in tune with concerns of client.
Written on May 22, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Very helpful and listens very well. She also takes note and doesn’t forget what you told her
Written on Apr 03, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Dr. Mabry is polite, honest, and a. Great listener. I have recommended her to friends and family.
Written on Mar 21, 2025 after therapy with Lawana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
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