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Sicily Island, LA Therapy for Depression

Depression can cast a shadow over every aspect of life, but help is within reach. Psych Hub connects you with mental health professionals who provide empathy, tools, and evidence-based treatments to uplift your mood and restore hope. You don't have to face these feelings alone—start your path to brighter days today.
Therapists
LPC
I have nineteen years of experience using a unique blend of integrative therapies that include somatic awareness, mindfulness, Jungian psychology, and... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Grief, LGBTQ+ Menta ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Expe ... +13 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I have nineteen years of experience using a unique blend of integrative therapies that include somatic awareness, mindfulness, Jungian psychology, and spiritually focused counseling that will allow yo... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Louisiana. I have over a decade of experience helping adults, children, and families n... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Violence, ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral T ... +7 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Louisiana. I have over a decade of experience helping adults, children, and families navigate life’s challenges. Specializing in a ran... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Everyone faces adversity in life. The good news is that I can support as you navigate through grief, life transitions, and trauma. I would like to wor... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Learning Disa ... +10 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +6 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Everyone faces adversity in life. The good news is that I can support as you navigate through grief, life transitions, and trauma. I would like to work with you as you learn how to display the overcom... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
None... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, D ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral T ... +5 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
I have been in the mental health field for 13 years. I have experience in working with children to senior adults. What I have found is that everyone's... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, G ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solu ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I have been in the mental health field for 13 years. I have experience in working with children to senior adults. What I have found is that everyone's journey is different and I approach each person's... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
I am experienced in the areas of mood disorders, trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and stress management. I pull from various treatment modalit... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disor ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +7 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I am experienced in the areas of mood disorders, trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and stress management. I pull from various treatment modalities to tailor your treatment. You will receive com... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Navigating life's transitions demands both resilience and a committed guide. With nearly two decades of experience as a counselor, I focus on helping ... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Me ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Huma ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Navigating life's transitions demands both resilience and a committed guide. With nearly two decades of experience as a counselor, I focus on helping individuals navigate difficult transitions. I perc... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
I’ve been a counselor for 25 years and have lots of life experience to add to our counseling experience. I enjoy using humor, and evidence-based tre... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Coping Skills, D ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Christian Counseling, Gottman method, Mo ... +3 More
Insurance Aetna, All Savers, Ambetter, AvMed, Blue ... +20 More
I’ve been a counselor for 25 years and have lots of life experience to add to our counseling experience. I enjoy using humor, and evidence-based treatment to help clients reach their goals. I am a l... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has practiced as an acute care nurse for 21 years. I graduated from Northwestern State Univers... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depress ... +12 More
Treatment Approach Strength-Based, Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-C ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has practiced as an acute care nurse for 21 years. I graduated from Northwestern State University of Louisiana with an Advanced practice nursing... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depress ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +11 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
None... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD ... +2 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye ... +3 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Welcome! I am a dedicated counselor specializing in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, and challenges related to sexuality. With a Master... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, G ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inte ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Welcome! I am a dedicated counselor specializing in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, and challenges related to sexuality. With a Master’s degree in Counseling, I bring both profession... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +17 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gest ... +5 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Grief, LGBTQ+ Menta ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +6 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am Le'Shell,LPC.I am looking forward to meeting as well as helping you navigate on your journey. I view counseling ... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Mu ... +4 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solu ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am Le'Shell,LPC.I am looking forward to meeting as well as helping you navigate on your journey. I view counseling as a process in which you, the client, and I, the ... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +15 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye ... +7 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cogn ... +6 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LMFT
With over 29 years of experience I work with everyday people on everyday life issues and challenges. My purpose is to assist individuals identify and ... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Child or Adolescent Mental Heal ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +2 More
Insurance Decent, CareSource, Kaiser, Aetna, Claim ... +18 More
With over 29 years of experience I work with everyday people on everyday life issues and challenges. My purpose is to assist individuals identify and work towards living the lifestyle that brings them... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Hello! My name is Shona Dyche. I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana. With over 15 years o... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, S ... +3 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mult ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hello! My name is Shona Dyche. I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana. With over 15 years of experience in counseling, I have worked with ind... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depress ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play ... +3 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and recently became licensed in AZ. I was born in Honduras, raised in New Orleans and reside in Baton Rou... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, F ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and recently became licensed in AZ. I was born in Honduras, raised in New Orleans and reside in Baton Rouge, LA. I enjoy learning about different cultures,... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Stre ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner for over four years in treating patients, with 20 additional years working in a psychiatric setting. I am com... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disor ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Solut ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner for over four years in treating patients, with 20 additional years working in a psychiatric setting. I am committed to providing comprehensive and compassionat... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Hello. I have been providing direct patient care since 1999. I am a family nurse practitioner since 2005 and a psychiatric mental health nurse pract... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Motivational Interviewing
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hello. I have been providing direct patient care since 1999. I am a family nurse practitioner since 2005 and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner since 2017. Being double board certified ... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Have you been nursing a wound that time won't heal? Has it caused you to remain emotionally stuck, repeating the same patterns? I believe that it's no... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Fe ... +10 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +12 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Have you been nursing a wound that time won't heal? Has it caused you to remain emotionally stuck, repeating the same patterns? I believe that it's not only time that heals all wounds, it's what we DO... MORE
Therapists
LPC
I am Tamiko Brown, a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Depression, and Spiritual Counseling. As a native of Bunkie,... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +17 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I am Tamiko Brown, a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Depression, and Spiritual Counseling. As a native of Bunkie, LA, I mostly enjoy serving others. I received a B... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Serenity Mental Health Services provides telehealth services for addressing a spectrum of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipola... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Motivational Interviewing
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Serenity Mental Health Services provides telehealth services for addressing a spectrum of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more. Our services are accessible ... MORE
Therapists
LPC
None... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, F ... +8 More
Treatment Approach Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral T ... +7 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
LPC
I am Glenda Bibbins, Owner/Director of Windows of Opportunities Behavioral Health Services, LLC. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Lice... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Child or Adolescent Menta ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dial ... +4 More
Insurance Prime Health, Centivo, Unity Preferred N ... +13 More
I am Glenda Bibbins, Owner/Director of Windows of Opportunities Behavioral Health Services, LLC. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) reg... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Experienced professional with expertise in perinatal and postpartum mental health. Intimacy and wellness coach. Other areas of expertise include: ADHD... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disord ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBC ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Experienced professional with expertise in perinatal and postpartum mental health. Intimacy and wellness coach. Other areas of expertise include: ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders. Education... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Let my experience invigorate your healing journey. I can help you navigate life's challenges confidently and resiliently. With the convenience of tele... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsiv ... +5 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Let my experience invigorate your healing journey. I can help you navigate life's challenges confidently and resiliently. With the convenience of teletherapy, you can prioritize your mental health wit... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Elecia is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor in the state of Louisiana. She obtained her Master’s Degree i... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, F ... +5 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mind ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Elecia is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor in the state of Louisiana. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden Un... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Sarah is an APRN provider who specalizes in childhood behavioral problems to include severe behavioral dysregulation and substance abuse, as well as t... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +10 More
Treatment Approach Psychological Testing And Evaluation
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Sarah is an APRN provider who specalizes in childhood behavioral problems to include severe behavioral dysregulation and substance abuse, as well as the full spectrum of adult mood and anxiety issues.... MORE
Therapists
LPC
If you are aware of it, You can take care of it! That is one of my mantras. My name is Jacqueline Lloyd. I am a practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therap... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disor ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gest ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
If you are aware of it, You can take care of it! That is one of my mantras. My name is Jacqueline Lloyd. I am a practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I strive to help people to distinguish irrati... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
You wake up worried about the day ahead before you even get out of bed. At work, you're scared of making mistakes, it feels like everyone's waiting fo... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills ... +12 More
Treatment Approach Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavior ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, All Savers, AvMed, Blue Cross Blu ... +14 More
You wake up worried about the day ahead before you even get out of bed. At work, you're scared of making mistakes, it feels like everyone's waiting for you to mess up. When friends invite you out, you... MORE
Clinicians
NP
"Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives" I am a board certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in Colorado and Louisiana that services ... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focuse ... +1 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
"Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives" I am a board certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in Colorado and Louisiana that services clients across the life span. I offer an integrati... MORE
Therapists
LCPC
When working with clients, I know we all walk our own path and sometimes get off course. Maybe a little, maybe a lot. But, I want to help you set your... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Confli ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therap ... +5 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
When working with clients, I know we all walk our own path and sometimes get off course. Maybe a little, maybe a lot. But, I want to help you set your goals and reach them. I always approach the patie... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
None... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cogn ... +3 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
None... MORE
Therapists
PsyD
My areas of expertise include affective neuroscience (the study of neurotypical/atypical emotional experience) and clinical neuropsychology (the study... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depress ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Posi ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
My areas of expertise include affective neuroscience (the study of neurotypical/atypical emotional experience) and clinical neuropsychology (the study of brain-behavior relationships). I use several t... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houma, Louisiana, passionate about helping our community achieve balance and peace in their mental healt... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, F ... +5 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Houma, Louisiana, passionate about helping our community achieve balance and peace in their mental health journey. I take a holistic approach, blending co... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Greetings, My name is Bridget Suire. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years experience in behavioral health. My goal is to provide a sa... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disor ... +10 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Huma ... +11 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Greetings, My name is Bridget Suire. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years experience in behavioral health. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for all clients, includin... MORE
Therapists
LPC
Hi guys, my name is Deon Jones! I am a family man married with one child (little girl). I'm big on spending time, traveling and creating new experienc... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Violence, ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inte ... +8 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hi guys, my name is Deon Jones! I am a family man married with one child (little girl). I'm big on spending time, traveling and creating new experiences. I love to travel and learn about how people co... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Hello, and welcome to my practice! Serving children, adolescents and their families is my passion. I have put this passion into practice for over ten ... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depress ... +11 More
Treatment Approach Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral T ... +9 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hello, and welcome to my practice! Serving children, adolescents and their families is my passion. I have put this passion into practice for over ten years in the Greater New Orleans Area across vario... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
Hello, I'm Erica, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for providing mental health care. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from Tula... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Gr ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +4 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
Hello, I'm Erica, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for providing mental health care. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from Tulane University and specialize in anxiety, depressio... MORE
Therapists
LPC
My areas of focus are adult ADHD, chronic illness/pain, and women's hormonal health, such as the effects of perimenopause on your mental health. That ... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's Mental ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
My areas of focus are adult ADHD, chronic illness/pain, and women's hormonal health, such as the effects of perimenopause on your mental health. That said, I work with many clients who bring a variety... MORE
Therapists
LPC
I strive to be authentic and genuine to the counseling process. I am committed to helping clients develop a greater quality of life by assisting them ... MORE
Specialties ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar ... +7 More
Treatment Approach Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral T ... +3 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I strive to be authentic and genuine to the counseling process. I am committed to helping clients develop a greater quality of life by assisting them to foster a better relationship with themselves an... MORE
Therapists
LCSW
I entered into the Social Work profession in 2017. I enjoy assisting individuals and families overcome life challenges. I have experience working with... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, P ... +5 More
Treatment Approach N/A
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I entered into the Social Work profession in 2017. I enjoy assisting individuals and families overcome life challenges. I have experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, bipolar, depre... MORE
Therapists
LMFT
Welcome and hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have found an incredible passion for help individuals. I have worked extensively i... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Career Counseling, Coping Skill ... +9 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gott ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, All Savers, Ambetter, AvMed, Blue ... +19 More
Welcome and hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have found an incredible passion for help individuals. I have worked extensively in substance abuse, with woman's issues (infertilit... MORE
Therapists
LPC
In 2022, I quit my 9-5 and chose ME. I felt burned out and overwhelmed after 20+ years of working as a Licensed Psychotherapist, a high-achieving, pro... MORE
Specialties Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, F ... +6 More
Treatment Approach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ... +16 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
In 2022, I quit my 9-5 and chose ME. I felt burned out and overwhelmed after 20+ years of working as a Licensed Psychotherapist, a high-achieving, professional, and competitive Black woman. I was burn... MORE
Clinicians
APRN
I've been in the social service field for several decades. I understand the various dynamics that contribute to the many challenges that affect mental... MORE
Specialties Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, S ... +5 More
Treatment Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inte ... +2 More
Insurance Aetna, Cigna, Optum ... +2 More
I've been in the social service field for several decades. I understand the various dynamics that contribute to the many challenges that affect mental health. I have a non-judgmental approach and a si... MORE