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Top therapists in Monroe, LA accepting new patients

Seeking mental health care in Monroe? Headway partners with 797 licensed providers across your community, including Morningside, Downtown, and Southside neighborhoods. Many sessions are covered by insurance, with clients saving an average of 75% through our platform.

Dr. Shauntee Slack

Dr. Shauntee Slack

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • Monroe, LA


With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am deeply committed to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and reconnect with their strengths. My work is grounded in trauma-centered therapy, recognizing that many emotional and behavioral challenges are rooted in experiences that deserve compassion, understanding, and skilled support.

Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, and families, helping them navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, and the impact of trauma. I believe therapy should be a safe space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to move forward with confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Florence Brooks

Florence Brooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Monroe, LA


“People describe me as down-to-earth and kind. I am passionate about mental health and want to help you on your journey towards holistic well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keisha Bell-Celestand

Keisha Bell-Celestand

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Monroe, LA


“Prioritizing empathy and compassion, creates a safe and nurturing environment in which you feel understood and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marlo Shepard

Marlo Shepard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Monroe, LA


“I believe it is important to find and build on the existing positivity in your life to find the peace and fulfillment you are searching.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shimika Turner

Shimika Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Monroe, LA


“I believe healing is possible for everyone. My goal is to help clients move beyond simply surviving and toward living lives that feel peaceful, purposeful, and fulfilling.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Davis

Stephanie Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • West Monroe, LA


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and grounded in faith, honoring the whole person-mind, body, and spirit.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Camille Short

Camille Short

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Monroe, LA


“I work from the mind frame that everyone has a story, and I am interested to find out where you are to help guide you along this journey called life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Unitra Long

Unitra Long

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I honor your unique story and feel privileged to share your journey to hope, optimism, and self –empowerment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Melvin Burrell

Dr. Melvin Burrell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I practice an integrative, trauma-informed approach that centers safety, collaboration, and respect for each client's lived experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Erin White

Erin White

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is thoughtful, supportive, and grounded in evidence-based practices like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and EMDR...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Brittney Delafosse

Brittney Delafosse

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have been working in mental health for a cumulative of 13 years. I have worked with individuals as young as 7 and up to 85 years old.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Spotsville

April Spotsville

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Women's issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michele Kelly

Michele Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and individualized. I begin with a comprehensive assessment so that together we can identify the approaches that will be most effective for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Braylen Hamilton

Braylen Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am an LPC in the state of LA. I have a history of working with children, teens, and adults. My strengths are working with those who could use help with finding healthy coping skills, boundary setting, and face challenges with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Anger Management. I facilitate therapy using a Strengths-Based and CBT approach.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Janea Robinson

Janea Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My commitment to counseling is deeply rooted, driven by the belief that every client possesses the inherent strength to overcome challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 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
Cynthia Brown

Cynthia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health, I specialize in working with professional women, caregivers, and healthcare professionals who are navigating burnout, life transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and substance use recovery. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a background in substance use treatment, military social work, and medical social work with the Department of Veterans Affairs, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine lived experience to our work together.

I know firsthand how easy it is for women to lose themselves in the demands of work and family. As a retired VA social work supervisor, breast cancer survivor, and someone who has navigated burnout while caring for others, I bring deep empathy to every session — not just training. I provide virtual therapy, so you can access support from wherever feels most comfortable.

Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
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
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
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
Ethan Nicholas

Ethan Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view each person as the expert of their own life—and my role is to support, guide, and empower you...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
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
Rosalyn Williams

Rosalyn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I see counseling as a process in which the client and counselor work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life and work in a systematic way toward achieving those goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vasiliki Labonte

Vasiliki Labonte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


“I provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can process painful experiences, better understand your emotional patterns, and begin developing healthier ways to cope.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimana LeMaster

Kimana LeMaster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Metairie, LA


“I specialize in working with those who walk their own path—particularly LGBTQ+ individuals and those practicing ENM or polyamory, as well as those recovering from spiritual or religious abuse.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Nicole Cook-Ficaro

Nicole Cook-Ficaro

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, approachable, and grounding—someone who helps make difficult conversations feel a little easier.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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
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
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
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
Emmett Mathis

Emmett Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


With over 30 years of experience partnering with clients from all walks of life, I have learned one fundamental truth: the power to heal, grow, and transform already lives within you. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), my goal is to help you tap into that potential. I don't believe therapy is something done to you it is a collaborative journey we take together. If you are ready to actively participate in your own growth, I am here to provide the expertise, tools, and unwavering support to help you succeed.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Alicia Wittenberg

Dr. Alicia Wittenberg

Psychologist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“My approach focuses on comprehensively understanding you by your family, spiritual and cultural backgrounds to address your concerns and foster meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Monroe, LA

Number of therapists serving Monroe, LA
There are over 796 therapists in Monroe, LA accepting new patients.
796+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 77%Trauma
  • 76%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 39%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 36%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent 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 Monroe, LA

Searching for therapists in Monroe starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. You may be looking for care related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As you compare Monroe therapists, look for specialties, therapy approaches, and focus areas that align with your needs. A therapist’s bio can help you understand their style, the concerns they commonly work with, and what sessions may be like.

In a smaller city like Monroe, the number of nearby in-person options may be more limited than in larger Louisiana markets. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Louisiana. As you narrow your options, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, clinical background, and scheduling fit in one place.

Therapy in Monroe can be a significant expense without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who take insurance, shows estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and lets you schedule directly when you are ready. You can browse therapists in Monroe, review bios, check insurance fit, and choose someone who matches your needs and schedule.

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