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I make every effort to provide a warm and encouraging environment while offering the professional tools and guidance to assist cli...
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I make every effort to provide a warm and encouraging environment while offering the professional tools and guidance to assist clients on their individual and unique journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a solid background and extensive work experience, having spent over 23 years in the mental health counseling field. I have worked successfully with a wide variety of mental health, sexual, emotional, domestic violence, and other abusive situations, as well as behavioral therapy disorders. I have found success with clients whose cases range from less intensive to those of significant intensity. I am experienced in individual, marriage, and family counseling.
I earned my Master's in Guidance and Counseling from Louisiana Tech University. I understand that every person is unique and deserving of an individualized approach to treatment while also ensuring growth, autonomy, and respect for my clients.
I understand that at times things may seem overwhelming and confusing. I provide a space grounded in honesty, dignity, and real support, helping clients build confidence, restore hope, and reconnect with their strengths. Schedule your first appointment today!
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I come from a multidisciplinary and multicultural background and am particularly conscious of the importance culture can play in t...
I come from a multidisciplinary and multicultural background and am particularly conscious of the importance culture can play in therapy.
My name is Lonnie Renteria, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 9 years of experience. I provide a safe, judgment-free, supportive space for individuals, couples, and families. I take an experiential approach, helping clients discover truths about their needs, expectations, and hopes. I also specialize in working around trauma and attachment injuries.
I received my Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University. I am well-versed in emotion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), narrative therapy, & trauma work. I am continuing to enhance my training in internal family systems models, to be a more patient and empathetic therapist.
I have a genuine interest in your process, and I encourage you to be the best you can be. I believe we all have the capacity to heal and build the life that we want to live. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership and a forum for gaining a better understanding of ourselves, not a place to "get rid of" or "fix" something. Get started today!
As someone who has experienced depression and trauma, I genuinely care about helping those who struggle with similar experiences, ...
As someone who has experienced depression and trauma, I genuinely care about helping those who struggle with similar experiences, feelings, and beliefs of healing.eee
Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Louisiana with over five years of experience as a clinician—and even more time spent working in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages. Many who struggled with PTSD and trauma, depression, OCD, anxiety, bipolar, and addiction. Many of the settings include psychiatric hospitals, intensive outpatient, community and private practice settings. I discovered my passion for counseling by witnessing the life-changing impact that feeling heard, supported, and truly understood can have.
Experiences such as the grief of losing a loved one, symptoms of depression that can lead to negative self-perceptions, or persistent worries associated with anxiety or OCD can leave us feeling stuck, replaying thoughts or moments over and over again. I utilize many cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed therapies to help foster awareness and empowerment.
I genuinely enjoy getting to know each client and collaborating with them to work toward their goals for therapy—whether it's to grow, change, or heal. I believe therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating; it can be a place of curiosity and insight. My goal is to support you in building resilience, gaining clarity, and creating lasting change in your life.
I welcome you to openly share your hurts, problems, "issues" with me so that we an embark on a journey of wellness together....
I welcome you to openly share your hurts, problems, "issues" with me so that we an embark on a journey of wellness together.
Mecah Idikwu is a dedicated and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of clinical experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult moments. She has a strong belief in meeting people where they are, providing personalized care that recognizes each person’s unique story. Mecah specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, and PTSD, and is committed to helping clients rediscover balance, resilience, and hope.
Mecah earned her Master’s in Nursing from Walden University and is passionate about meeting each client where they are. She uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, and person-centered therapy, to provide compassionate care that empowers clients to achieve balance and emotional well-being. She emphasizes collaboration, follow-up, and progress tracking to support long-term healing and growth.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burdened by life changes, Mecah is here to help. She provides a safe and understanding space for healing, offering diagnosis, treatment, and guidance so clients can move forward with hope, confidence, and a renewed sense of self.
I believe in walking alongside each client in order to make observations and offer insight to help you reach your full wellness po...
I believe in walking alongside each client in order to make observations and offer insight to help you reach your full wellness potential.
Ebony Allen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience working with children and teens in the mental health field. She received a Master's degree in Social Work, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and has many certifications in counseling, including being a Qualified School Social Worker in the state of Louisiana. Teens are her specialty and she truly enjoys this work.
Ebony’s counseling style is that of a warm and interactive partner. She believes in walking alongside each client to help them reach their full potential. Ebony treats everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She doesn't judge and certainly doesn't believe in stigmatizing.
Ebony believes that everyone deserves to live their best life! She understands that sometimes we all need a hand in doing so. Whether there’s a need for a diagnosis or simply a listening ear, she is here to help.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Shreveport, LA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Shreveport therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Anxiety is treatable, and at Thriveworks Shreveport, our therapists and counselors work with their clients to help them live calmer and happier lives.
Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA at (318) 618-8427. Our team of compassionate therapists and counselors can help you find relief and move forward with your life.
Anxiety can look different for everyone but here are some common anxiety symptoms to look out for:
The specific symptoms you experience may depend on the type of anxiety disorder you face as well as your genetics, environment, personality, among other factors. No matter what you may be going through, the licensed professionals from Thriveworks Counseling can provide a space for you to discuss your anxiety symptoms and learn ways to manage them.
Whether you’re dealing with social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or something else entirely, it’s important to know that treatment is available. Anxiety counselors or therapists can help you understand your anxiety and guide you toward a healthier future.
Therapy or counseling differs depending on the type of anxiety you’re experiencing. Here are a couple of therapeutic methods you might encounter:
Working with a therapist or counselor can teach you about your anxiety and help you manage or eliminate its symptoms. You can learn coping skills and stress reduction techniques to reduce anxiety’s impact on your life. Call our office today to work with a professional from Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA.
Working with a mental health professional from Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA can help you calm your anxiety and find a sense of mental serenity. Call our office today at (318) 618-8427.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Shreveport is located near Youree Dr and E 70th St, off LA-1. It is right by the LSU Shreveport campus and a short distance from Willis Knighton Pierremont Hospital.
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