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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.

Kiana Fraise

Kiana Fraise

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I will begin where you are, provide support and education in an effort to assist you in achieving your treatment goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Robert Saville

Robert Saville

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is direct yet warm; I believe in being honest and clear while also creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and non-judgmental.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrew Iwe

Andrew Iwe

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is meeting my clients where they are. By creating an environment where they can express themselves and together we find a solution to their problems.”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christina Wiley

Christina Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe meaningful growth happens when people feel supported, understood, and empowered to create positive change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gloria Mays

Gloria Mays

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ruston, LA


“My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a spiritual perspective, fostering trust, honest and open communication...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Zenobia Wilson

Zenobia Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I help clients make sense of their emotions, break old patterns, and build healthier ways of moving through life.”
Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to help you gain insight into what's happening beneath the surface so you can move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose.”
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Champagne

Meghan Champagne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable and understood, so I bring not only professionalism and clinical expertise, but also humor and humanity into the room.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadra DeMagnus

Nadra DeMagnus

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Using active listening skills, my approach to therapy is to give my client the time and safe space to share what emotional aches and pains they possess.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elecia Crain-Jones

Elecia Crain-Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Elecia embarked on this journey with a specific goal: to plant seeds, nurture them with patience, remove negativity, and assist clients in becoming the best versions of themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ann Fay

Ann Fay

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring a steady, compassionate presence and enjoy helping clients better understand their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
LaShandra Moore

LaShandra Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I approach therapy as a partnership where we collaborate to find solutions that are tailored to your specific needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chantel Watson

Chantel Watson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I aim to foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe and comfortable sharing your journey toward healing and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joannie Sparks

Joannie Sparks

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christen Johnson

Christen Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward—you're not alone. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, identity struggles, or relationship stress, therapy can help you gain clarity, find relief, and reconnect with yourself. You might be managing a health condition, navigating cultural or family pressures, or dealing with grief or loss. Whatever you're facing, there’s space here for you to show up as you are and begin to heal.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kendyl Brunet

Kendyl Brunet

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is calm, compassionate, and collaborative — therapy with me is a space where you don't have to have it all figured out.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Pechon

Cindy Pechon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Having overcome many personal obstacles, I have first hand experience that allows me to truly empathize with others.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shadaria Chandler

Shadaria Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in supporting mothers and families through pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood, and I also work with adults who are ready to build resilience, feel more grounded, and genuinely heal.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle O'Flynn

Michelle O'Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I don't believe in cookie-cutter therapy—everyone's journey is different, so I tailor my approach to fit each person's unique story.”
Trauma
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lawana Mabry

Lawana Mabry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take great pride in meeting my clients where they are, while helping them get to where they are trying to go.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Asia Brumfield

Asia Brumfield

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view therapy as a shared journey in which I bring my compassion, professional training/knowledge and understanding along to assist you on own path of self discovery growth and healing.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shawanda Benton

Shawanda Benton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I used a client centered approach therapy. A client-centered approach to therapy means the focus is on you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shannon Vallair-Franklin

Shannon Vallair-Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience in mental and behavioral health. I have worked with all ages from 0-65+, and am certified in a variety of evidence-based practices that aid individuals and families in reaching their goals. These include, but are not limited to CBT, Multisystemic Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Positive Parenting Program, and many others. I am also in pursuit of my doctoral degree with a focus on counseling psychology.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaqwaylon Davenport

Jaqwaylon Davenport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while integrating other evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alisha Francis

Alisha Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Marrero, LA


“I like to use your weekly experiences as your homework to help open your mind to how your past experiences are affecting you today.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Towanna Anderson

Towanna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic practices to meet each person's unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ella Mack

Ella Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe maintaining good mental health is essential, and therapy can be a supportive space to regain balance, clarity, and confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brenna Jacob

Brenna Jacob

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view therapy as a supportive space where you can better understand what's getting in the way of feeling like your best self.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexandra Dodd

Alexandra Dodd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based techniques like CBT and Motivational Interviewing...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Debra Reeves

Debra Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I help my clients gain knowledge through their experience in an optimistic way in a warm, supportive, therapeutic environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenyatta Avery

Kenyatta Avery

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take a direct and supportive approach, which means I'll be honest with you, help you set goals, and work alongside you to find real, practical ways to handle what you're going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tallace Madina

Tallace Madina

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing happens through a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe, supported, respected, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Krystal Richard

Krystal Richard

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe each person has the capacity for growth and healing when provided with the right support, tools, and therapeutic environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mia White

Mia White

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I work with adults and children who feel overwhelmed by painful experiences, difficult memories, or life circumstances that have left them feeling stuck. If you've been carrying grief, trauma, anger, or emotions that feel hard to manage on your own, you don't have to sort through it alone. Therapy can be a place to slow down, better understand what you're going through, and begin moving toward healing with support, honesty, and hope.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Colette Martel

Colette Martel

Therapist

Virtual • Slidell, LA


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and helping them move toward healing, growth, and greater emotional wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Reion Janeau

Reion Janeau

Therapist

Virtual • Metairie, LA


“Through a collaborative approach, we will identify and build upon current strategies to navigate life stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Liniqua Douglas

Liniqua Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shawanda Brown

Shawanda Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm passionate about helping people take meaningful steps toward healing and feeling more like themselves again.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Substance use / addiction
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Bloodworth

Emily Bloodworth

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy is not about judgment or quick fixes, but about having meaningful conversations that help gain clarity, build stronger relationships, and reconnect with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martha Kuhn

Martha Kuhn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while also being challenged to grow stronger in your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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.