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Top therapists in Baton Rouge, LA accepting new patients

Baton Rouge residents can access flexible mental health care through Headway's network of 814 providers available in neighborhoods including Mid City, Gardere, and Beauregard. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with insurance coverage helping patients save up to 75% on sessions.

Thomas Snyder

Thomas Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I’m Thomas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging transitions. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marla Elkins

Marla Elkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is practical, supportive, and collaborative—I take time to listen, explain options clearly, and create treatment plans that fit real life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica St. Pierre

Jessica St. Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Mandeville, LA


“My entire career as a social worker since 1998 has been working with individuals who have endured abuse, neglect, trauma, grief and loss.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kevin Planchet

Dr. Kevin Planchet

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is to first give the client the space to say everything they've been holding back for years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Brandt

Andrew Brandt

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Andrew uses a cognitive behavioral therapy approach to help people understand that mental illness does not mean they are "broken" and that they can live more fulfilled lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danyelle Davis

Danyelle Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in clientele who present with Bipolar, Schizophrenia, or other dissociative based disorders, but also have worked with PTSD, Depression, Autism, and Anxiety based clients for the entirety of my career.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Washington

Crystal Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to counseling is solution-oriented, focusing on identifying and building upon your strengths and resources to achieve your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yanada Essex

Yanada Essex

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to provide a space place where you can feel accepted and heard from the first session and throughout the therapy experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tunya Jack

Tunya Jack

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach in providing mental healthcare involves being empathetic and truly listening without judgement.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jack May

Jack May

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use CBT, mindfulness, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to guide sessions that are structured, compassionate, and tailored to your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Angela Sloan

Angela Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy is client centered and goal directed, so you know what to expect throughout our time together.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Duane Williams

Duane Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


“Throughout counseling sessions with Mr. Williams, clients can anticipate being greeted with a sincere and empathetic approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brian Webb

Brian Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use a holistic approach that focuses on the whole person because you are more than the issue you may have at the time.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Adams

Mallory Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My passion is working with adolescents and young adults who are experiencing increased depression, anxiety, and trouble in relationships due to the many life changes they are experiencing because of their age.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Reed

Andrea Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on building trust and rapport.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Orellana

Holly Orellana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“I believe in creating a therapeutic space that is unique and individualized to your needs; no two people are the same!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christine DesJardins

Christine DesJardins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“I have focused my practice and studies on learning about trauma... This is of special interest to me because I have a background of trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Palmer

Sarah Palmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“When dealing with major life changes, grief and other challenges, I walk alongside clients on their journeys, giving them the space to explore and acknowledge their pain in order to move toward a place of peace.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Navarre

Ashley Navarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Kenner, LA


“My goal is to overall promote psychological wellbeing. I earned my Master's of Nursing from Herzing University...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kelly Render

Kelly Render

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


Hi, I'm Kelly Render, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting children, adolescents, women, and individuals with disabilities. I earned my Master of Social Work with a Graduate Certificate in Child and Youth Services (2016) and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2014) from Louisiana State University.

I specialize in helping clients navigate grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life transitions through a compassionate, strengths-based approach.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terrilynn Bowe

Terrilynn Bowe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


“With over 30 years of experience working with individuals and families, I have enormous compassion for your difficulties.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Peden

Virginia Peden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


“My approach integrates trauma-informed somatic psychology, attachment theory, and interpersonal neurobiology, which means we're not just talking about problems—we're working with your nervous system, your relational patterns, and your capacity for...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Cooper

Chelsea Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Covington, LA


“In our work, trauma will no longer define us. You are in control of the entire process and I am here to hold space with you and be the helping force along the way.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Marsheena Murray

Dr. Marsheena Murray

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


As a Board-Certified Psychologist, I specialize in providing therapy services to children, adolescents, parents, and families. Using evidence-based treatment (i.e. CBT) as the foundation, I tailor treatment to each individual or family.

  • Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology at Kent State University
  • Clinical residency at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Licensed clinical psychologist in the states of Ohio and Louisiana
  • Over 12 years of experience working in schools, inpatient treatment settings, and hospitals
  • Associate Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sherile Smith

Sherile Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We do a brief check-in each session (similar to a temperature check.) Reviewing your sleep pattern, any appetite fluctuations and the like are essential to overall well-being and can provide valuable clues to your experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharell Warren-Veal

Sharell Warren-Veal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have an eclectic style that I adapt based on each client's specific circumstances. I often incorporate a variety of modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and systems theory.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marion Montgomery

Marion Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach blends cognitive-behavioral strategies, intentional reflection, and resilience-building rituals tailored to your unique journey.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eddie St-Vil

Eddie St-Vil

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I needed someone who could truly understand me—someone who looked like me, understood my background, and could help guide me from struggle to strength.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Freddie Amos

Freddie Amos

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, LA


“I help individuals who are carrying the weight of confusing or painful spiritual experiences find clarity, healing, and freedom.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Destiny York

Destiny York

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is integrative and personalized. I draw from CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy to support your unique goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erin Primeaux

Erin Primeaux

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I approach therapy as a collaborative process in which you, the client, with the support of me, your therapist, work together to identify and implement strategies for creating meaningful and fulfilling change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nadia Joseph

Nadia Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kechia Breedlove

Kechia Breedlove

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions that promote lasting well-being.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Zapata

Daniela Zapata

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I bring both clinical training and genuine cultural understanding to my work, which means you don't have to simplify your story or explain your background before we can get to what actually matters.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ayesha Crawford

Ayesha Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing happens through genuine connection, self-awareness, and empowerment, guiding clients to reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and navigate life challenges with confidence and clarity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Betsy Weiss

Betsy Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a licensed clinical social worker based in New Orleans with over 20 years of experience who enjoys working with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I am also a certified trauma-informed yoga teacher and artist, as well a nature and music lover. I incorporate mindfulness and art therapy into the therapy process.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emma Anderson

Emma Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I work well with young adults and adults, particularly women, navigating complex emotions and experiences. Together we'll explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, environment, relationships, and past shape how you feel and act today. Using evidence-based approaches, I help clients build insight and practical tools. We might shift unhelpful thought patterns, develop coping strategies, learn to regulate emotions, and explore your inner world to better understand your relationship to the outside world. I bring in mindfulness techniques to help you connect with yourself as you work through challenges, heal, and grow.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Morgan

John Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is nonjudgmental, encouraging, and collaborative, with a focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and creating clear steps toward lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laranda Jason

Laranda Jason

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Teelye Matthews

Teelye Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, or feeling stuck, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences without judgment.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Baton Rouge, LA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Baton Rouge, LA
There are over 21 therapists in Baton Rouge, LA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 81%Trauma
  • 76%Anger management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 57%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • 48%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
How they see their clients
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  • 90%In-person or online
  • 10%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 90%Woman
  • 10%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 5%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Baton Rouge, LA

Searching for therapists in Baton Rouge starts with finding someone whose training matches the care you want. Therapists may support people living with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for specialties, therapy approaches, and population experience that fit your needs. A therapist’s profile can help you understand their style, areas of focus, and what sessions may look like before you book.

Baton Rouge has a range of therapy options across neighborhoods like Mid City, Gardere, Beauregard, and nearby areas. You may prefer in-person therapy in Baton Rouge if a local office fits your routine, or virtual sessions if your schedule, commute, or access to transportation makes that format easier. To narrow your search, review appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading bios can also help you compare communication style and decide which Baton Rouge therapist may be a strong fit.

Therapy in Baton Rouge can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and show an estimated session cost before you book. You can browse therapists in Baton Rouge, review profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.