Portia Gordon is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor who offers supervision for PLPCs, though currently has a waiting list for clients utilizing insurance. Portia believes that healing can be achieved through a harmonious blend of expressive arts, writing, and traditional talk therapy. She specializes in supporting the Queer community, BIPOC individuals, survivors of trauma, HIV positive clients, those coping with depression and anxiety, and individuals participating in sex work. To accommodate various work schedules and prioritize counseling, she provides sessions during evenings and weekends. At the core of her therapeutic approach is the vital relationship between counselor and client. Portia dedicates time to understand each client, ensuring that she can develop a personalized healing plan tailored to their unique needs, maximizing the impact of their sessions. With basic training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Portia employs one of the leading techniques in trauma resolution. She firmly believes that through play, education, and communication, everyone has the potential to overcome past traumas and create a brighter future. Portia looks forward to embarking on the healing journey with you.

Deanna Granger is a dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience in the counseling field. As a licensed professional counselor and counseling supervisor, she is passionate about providing support and guidance to individuals on their journeys towards personal growth. Deanna earned her Master’s in Counselor Education from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, Louisiana. She believes that counseling is a collaborative process where trust and understanding are built through strong rapport between the client and the counselor. By identifying challenges and developing feasible solutions, she assists clients in recognizing how external systems influence their lives, both positively and negatively. Deanna is committed to creating a safe and inviting environment that empowers clients to achieve their goals, ultimately leading to a more productive and fulfilling life.

Sana Grant is a dedicated therapist who passionately believes in the transformative power of therapy. With a warm and approachable demeanor, she creates a safe space for her clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Sana is committed to fostering emotional well-being and personal growth, encouraging her clients to find their inner strength and resilience. With her extensive experience in various therapeutic modalities, she tailors her approaches to meet the unique needs of each individual, promoting healing and self-discovery. Sana’s values of empathy, compassion, and respect shine through in her practice, making her a supportive partner on the journey toward mental wellness.

Deatrice Green is a dedicated therapist who believes in the power of collaboration to help individuals identify their strengths and create effective solutions for the challenges they face. She provides clarity, encouragement, interpretation, and valuable information to guide her clients toward achieving their desired goals. With a focus on present choices, Deatrice empowers her clients to reorient themselves to the here-and-now rather than solely examining the past. Her approach to therapy is grounded in the understanding that everyone has an innate drive to reach their maximum potential, and she views therapy as a vital tool for uncovering that drive on the path to self-actualization.<br /> <br /> Specializing in areas such as depression, anxiety, relationships, and addiction, Deatrice resonates with those grappling with feelings of hopelessness, excessive anxiety, fatigue, low self-esteem, and decision-making difficulties. She also addresses mood swings, family dynamics, parenting challenges, and issues related to substance reliance. Furthermore, Deatrice has a passion for working with younger children and adolescents, as well as empowering parents to foster improved family interactions. Her flexible scheduling options, including online appointments and evening/weekend availability, along with reduced rates for clients with out-of-network insurance, make her services accessible to those in need.

Renee Gusman is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience supporting families and individuals from toddlers to seniors. She is EMDR trained, specializing in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as adjustment disorders and grief. Renee employs Person-Centered Counseling and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to navigate distressing issues, ensuring a welcoming environment conducive to personal growth and self-awareness. Through Play Therapy and CBT Interventions, she assists children and their parents in understanding their challenges while fostering self-esteem and teaching crucial coping and anger management skills. By utilizing the Adaptive Information Processing Model alongside EMDR, Renee helps clients suffering from trauma to explore and process their experiences, offering them the chance to lead a life free from overt suffering. With a commitment to creating a safe, compassionate, and caring space, she has successfully worked with diverse client populations across various settings for more than three decades, understanding the complexities individuals and families face.

Melissa Harris understands that working toward a fulfilling life while facing obstacles can be challenging. Everyone may feel lost or stuck at certain points in their journey. In her practice, she collaborates with clients to help them navigate these moments of uncertainty, empowering them to choose a direction and take actionable steps towards a more desired life. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in the evidence-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which blends mindfulness and behavior-change strategies. ACT teaches clients to live fully, even when faced with painful experiences that threaten to hinder progress. Additionally, Melissa is trained in several trauma-informed modalities, including EMDR, allowing her to support individuals in overcoming depression, anxiety, trauma, and long-held anger. By working together to cultivate everyday skills, clients gain a clearer understanding of their values and intentions, providing them with the necessary tools to create the life they envision. Melissa personalizes homework plans that build on each client's strengths and values, fostering daily opportunities for growth. Through her practice, she has witnessed profound transformations as clients rework periods of grief and frustration into deep, positive change.

Jen Hayes is a Certified Sex Therapist who provides gender-affirming therapeutic services, including video sessions, to members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her expertise extends to individuals who are transitioning, exploring gender identity, or those within the supportive circles of LGBTQ+ individuals. Jen offers couples therapy and sex therapy to both LGBTQ+ individuals and those outside the community, along with assessment and treatment for issues such as anxiety, depression, and various behavioral health needs. Her welcoming approach encourages individuals to pursue a happy, less stressful life—one where authenticity and presence are prioritized. While psychotherapy is not a miracle cure, Jen believes it offers a valuable opportunity for individuals to deepen their understanding of personal emotions and behaviors, uncovering existing skills that can enhance everyday experiences. Known for her effectiveness in addressing emotional and behavioral concerns, Jen Hayes is committed to guiding her clients on their journeys toward living the lives they aspire to.

Kerry Hegarty is a dedicated therapist specializing in helping clients navigate through challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and grief. With over 7 years of experience, Kerry has a remarkable ability to foster understanding and create meaningful change in the lives of individuals from all walks of life. Known for a compassionate and attentive approach, Kerry supports clients in processing both pain and joy. Together with the client, Kerry works to uncover root causes and develop personalized coping skills tailored to each individual's needs. Kerry is eager to connect with clients to explore whether their therapeutic journey together would be a fruitful one.

Nancy Heilner is a seasoned therapist with many years of experience supporting individuals facing the challenges of trauma and substance abuse. She understands the interconnectedness of these issues, recognizing that many turn to substances as a coping mechanism for the painful emotions tied to traumatic experiences. Recently, her focus has been on serving the LGBTQ communities, addressing concerns related to societal and familial rejection, isolation, bullying, and issues of low self-worth. Nancy believes in the power of queer-affirming therapy in a nonjudgmental space, which can foster significant healing for her clients. Her approach is characterized by warmth and an absence of judgment, tailoring various therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. With a strong commitment to trauma-informed care and harm reduction, she effectively employs an eclectic range of methods, having evolved her practice from psychodynamic training to incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR techniques, which have proven impactful in alleviating the effects of trauma.

Bryn Hickey is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey toward healing. In today's increasingly virtual world, finding the right therapist can often feel akin to navigating a dating site. Bryn invites clients to explore whether they would be a good match for the therapeutic process together. With extensive experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds and various stages of healing, Bryn meets individuals where they are and empowers them to confront their trauma. Bryn is deeply committed to the belief that everyone has the potential for healing, and that therapy can serve as a transformative process. Specializing in clients with a history of sexual trauma, Bryn also extends support to the LGBTQ+ community, the sex worker community, and individuals in open or polyamorous relationships. Offering sessions to both individuals and couples, Bryn focuses on clients of all ages, while noting an age restriction for working with children under eighteen. Employing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a guiding framework, Bryn recognizes that many clients who have faced abuse or trauma may require additional community resources to enhance their mental health journey.

Alfonso Holmes is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping teens and adults navigate their emotions. Many may find themselves struggling with feelings of anger, fear, shame, or sadness, leading to anxiety and stress. Oftentimes, individuals feel misunderstood by family and friends, which can compound these feelings. Alfonso believes that therapy is a safe space where confidentiality, support, and a non-judgmental attitude prevail. He has a passion for guiding clients through their emotional challenges and increasing their self-awareness, drawing from various evidence-based practices including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. His commitment to creating an environment of emotional safety and empathy is central to his approach. The transformative journey to self-discovery and healing awaits those who seek change and growth.

Shelley Holmes is a compassionate therapist dedicated to working collaboratively with each unique individual, fostering an environment of safety and support to inspire growth and transformation. She emphasizes the importance of establishing a solid therapeutic relationship, ensuring that every client is treated with respect and dignity. With extensive experience serving children, adolescents, and adults, Shelley possesses specialized expertise in areas such as anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, self-harm, and trauma-related disorders. Furthermore, she provides coaching to parents regarding behavioral interventions and assertive parenting. For clients struggling with eating disorders, Shelley utilizes a treatment team approach, closely collaborating with dieticians and family therapists to guarantee effective and coordinated care. Her practice is situated in a charming historic home that has been transformed into a warm office space, offering a serene setting for therapeutic exploration in the heart of Mid City New Orleans.

Amirah Iqbal understands that life can present unforeseen stressors that often lead individuals to lose touch with their true selves amidst chaos. With a deep commitment to guiding her clients through life's challenges, she is devoted to helping them navigate major transitions, overcome traumas, and discover effective coping strategies for their everyday struggles. In her practice, Amirah creates a safe and non-judgmental environment, equipping clients with the essential tools to achieve a fulfilling life. She is passionate about promoting peace, comfort, and self-love, which she believes are crucial for personal growth. Recognizing that each client is the expert in their own treatment, Amirah deeply values the transformative power of therapy. Her areas of expertise span a wide range, including children, adolescents, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance-related issues. With specialized training in EMDR, Amirah is dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and person-centered therapy, offering support for individuals, couples, and families alike.