In life, your mental state can feel like a lake. It can be calm, tranquil, and beautiful. However, all it takes is a storm for you to feel differently. Depression, anxiety, and all of life’s other troubles can make you feel like you're up the lake without a paddle. A counselor based in Lake Charles can help.
Lake Charles is the lake city, and a counselor knows how to navigate all of our mental lakes. By speaking to a counselor today, you can be prepared for any problem that comes your way and make it to tranquility once again.
I am a licensed professional counselor in Louisiana and a national certified counselor with over 11 years of experience. I am aware that counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly beli...
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Louisiana (US) with a positive and hopeful outlook! I am a little older, early 60's, but very open-minded and still excited about working with people. I have a sense of humor and maintain a hope for the future. It is an honor to work with another person, to gain their trust and help them figure out what's going well, what is causing concern or distress, and to help them find small steps toward a resolution and personal growth. ...
Hello! My name is Amanda Watson, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently licensed in the District of Columbia and Louisiana. I have nearly 8 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with people of all ages in a variety of settings including in the community, in client's homes, at schools, in more traditional offices, and online. My unique and varied experiences have helped me to develop a holistic understanding of clients' lives. I have immense respect for my clients, and I always approach counseling with warmth, with...
I would like to thank you for reading my profile! I honor your courage to reach out and seek help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist with over 25 years of experience. I am licensed in several different States to practice and I practice from a Holistic Perspective. It is my belief that you must treat the "whole" person. I incorporate mind, body and spirit into my approach when it comes to assisting others on their journey of healing. It is a journey not a destination. We are always learning, growing, and healing if we choose to do so. ...
My name is Lance Miguez, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), licensed in Louisiana. I have 12 years of counseling experience in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings to address problems such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and serious mental illness. My counseling style is interactive, with the goal of bringing solutions to the problems you are facing today. I believe in treating everyone as an individual who possesses the strength and capability to improve their li...
I am a mental health counselor licensed in Louisiana with over 3 years of experience working as a LPC/ Care Supervisor. I worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavior issues and ADHD. I would have to describe my counseling style as being warm and passionate. I love to provide great counseling skills which includes being patience, a good listener, being knowledgeable, and having/showing empathy . I believe in treating anyone with respect, providing unconditional positive regards and demonstrat...
I am a Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in the state of Louisiana and have been living and working within this diverse and culturally rich community for the past Ten years. I attended Tulane University School of Clinical Social Work and graduated with my MSW in 2011. I have been practicing as a Social Worker in New Orleans since that time working with a broad age rang and client demographic. My job is to listen, not to judge and instead offer you different ways to look at problems and the possible methods to work through even the most difficult and painful...
Congratulations on your decision to take the first steps toward change. It takes courage to reach out for a more fulfilling and happier life. Seeking help can be scary, but with confidential and professional support, facing a problem you are having can be a rewarding and life-changing experience. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. Nationally Certified as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and Texas and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, I would gladly support your goals of positive mental heal...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana. My license has been in effect since 2019, and 2020 taught all of us that the utility of technology is necessary and we are grateful for it. My academic history is broad. I began my academic career in 2000 and had flunked out by 2001. When I came back to school, I was humbled and ready to work. While my initial pursuits were an interest in law school (Political Science & English), my career changed when I completed my English MA and began teaching at McNeese State University. It was during that...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Louisiana, with several years’ experience in mental health counseling. I received a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern University A&M College. Throughout my clinical career I have worked with adult and adolescent clients from various backgrounds with acute and chronic mental illness, as well as dual diagnosis. I approach therapy with an eclectic, flexible mix of strength based, mindful, and CBT based approach. As a clinician, I strive to provide a safe and supportive e...
My name is Ajani Johnson, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years experience in addiction services, community mental health, crisis intervention and stabilization services. My areas of specific practice are providing individual and group therapy services to children and adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I provide a comfortable atmosphere for you to express yourself, unburden, and examine those things that hinder you from moving forward in your personal or professional life. I thoroughly enjoy watching individuals change and evolve ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Louisiana with over 7 years of experience working as aSocial Worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, end stage renal disease, and ADHD. My therapy style is eclectic. I like to combine cognitive-behavioral, solution focused, client centered, psychodynamic and logo therapy. This approach helps me to tailor our dialog and treatment plan to help you with your specific needs. I look forward to wo...
My name is John Hamblin. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor within the State of Louisiana and have been licensed for just over 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in Counseling and Guidance from Louisiana Tech University in 1998 and afterwards completed the necessary requirements that the Louisiana LPC Board sets forth in order for individuals to become Licensed Professional Counselors. In my treatment approach, I often start with a non-directive counseling approach but am not glued to this avenue. I encourage completion of homework assignments when I ...
Dr. Sheila Gold is a licensed clinical social worker with her doctorate in social work. Dr. Gold has been in clinical practice for 20 years with a focus on substance abuse counseling, child and adolescent counseling and family systems issues. Dr. Gold provides a warm and open therapeutic environment where clients can freely explore new ways to cope with old issues ( and new ones). Dr. Gold believes that healing takes place within a safe therapeutic relationship between client and therapist and that most clients are hardwired for positive self growth. I look ...
With a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and almost a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, and families , I am passionate about offering and providing elite therapeutic services. I believe our environment and experiences shape us but do not have to define us or lock us into anxiousness, shame, confusion, or fear. I am an advocate for seeking self care through therapy services while learning to walk in the truth about ourselves and not the falsehoods of past trauma, interactions, and/or relationships. Using a variety of...
I hold two Masters degrees, one in Medical Anthropology and another in Counseling. I have over 20 years of experience working in mental health and in the healthcare field as a therapist, trainer, educator and in various leadership roles at healthcare facilities. I'm a Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of Hypnosis, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Time Line Therapy with thousands of hours of experience using NLP in therapy, coaching and training. I see counseling as a process in which you, the client, and I, the Counselor, having come to under...
I am licensed in Louisiana with 20 years of professional work experience with experience working with all populations, children, teens, adults, elderly, LGBTQ and Christian clients. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, motivation, self- esteem, and confidence. I have experience working with coping with life changes as well. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy ca...
I am licensed in Louisiana with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Louisiana with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I am licensed in Louisiana with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
A therapist wants to support you toward a healthier emotional state, no matter what you're dealing with (including behavioral health concerns, grief, anxiety, depression or stress). While helping to develop healthier emotions, another benefit of therapy is you have a safe space to discuss problems that you may be hesitant to talk about with people who you see everyday.
Many people have sensitive topics to discuss; possibly an addiction or an issue with their relationship that they’re ashamed to speak about with their friends and/or partner. A Lake Charles therapist can help you confront these kinds of issues and find ways to face them and heal.
With more than 76848 people in the city of Lake Charles, LA finding a therapist can be both costly and hard to do. Our goal with the list of therapists shown above is to get you the support you need. If you’re looking for a nearby therapist close to 70609 or the surrounding zip codes (shown below), take a look at other available therapists through nearby cities listed at the bottom of this page.
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If you are experiencing a crisis or any other person may be exposed to danger due to an issue that is an emergency - don't use this site's online services. Verified Lake Charles therapists can help women, children, and young adults, as well as anyone experiencing a crisis or emergency.
If you need Domestic Violence support, please contact The National Domestic Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
If you need Substance Abuse support, please contact the Substance Abuse and MH Services Administration at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
If you need Sexual Abuse support, please contact the Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network at 1-800-656-4673
Call the 24 hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at +1 (800) 273-8255 or 911 which can provide you with immediate help for an emergency call or visit the nearest emergency room.
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