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As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances impact us...
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As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances impact us and how building new life skills can empower us once again.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor (LPC-S) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals heal, grow, and rediscover balance in their lives. I specialize in supporting women and older adults navigating trauma, grief, loss, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. My approach is grounded in empathy, trust, and collaboration—I believe in walking the journey of recovery with each client to help them find emotional wellness, clarity, and lasting change.
I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Recovery Model, and Mindfulness techniques to help clients identify thought patterns, build self-awareness, and strengthen resilience while cultivating emotional balance and healing.
Choosing therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth. I meet each client with empathy, respect, and curiosity, honoring their story and capacity for change. Together, we work to rediscover hope, build resilience, and create a life grounded in purpose, peace, and genuine well-being.
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As a therapist, my approach is built on empathy and collaboration, helping individuals develop practical tools and self-compassion...
As a therapist, my approach is built on empathy and collaboration, helping individuals develop practical tools and self-compassion, driven by the belief that everyone has the inherent strength to overcome challenges and achieve lasting change.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and board-approved Clinical Supervisor with over 23 years of experience. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, mood disorders, life transitions, self-esteem issues, and grief. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel supported and free from judgment as they work toward healing and personal growth.
I earned my Master of Social Work from Grambling State University. My therapeutic approach focuses on active listening, compassion, and collaboration. I use evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, strengths-based approaches, and solution-focused brief therapy to meet each client’s unique needs.
I understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I provide a space that is warm and compassionate, helping clients restore hope and reconnect with their inner strengths. I invite you to reach out to start your healing journey—I look forward to working with you.
As a woman who identifies with a number of mental health challenges, I feel I can best help others who are experiencing many types...
As a woman who identifies with a number of mental health challenges, I feel I can best help others who are experiencing many types of challenges.
Stephanie B. Dean, MA, LPC, is a Christian Counselor with more than 7 years of experience and training in assisting children, teens, adults, and seniors with concerns related to women’s issues, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorders (ADHD), family-of-origin issues, low self-esteem, and more. Stephanie possesses special skills and experience in working with patients to uncover core issues and get to the “root of the problem”, especially in cases in which feelings of extreme guilt or shame are involved. Additionally, Mrs. Dean has personal experience and skills in working with individuals who have experienced trauma such as catastrophic events, sexual abuse, physical abuse, or neglect.
Stephanie earned her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is the founder of Greater Bogalusa Community Center, a nonprofit, human services organization in Bogalusa, LA. She primarily counsels from a client-centered, psychodynamic approach and may employ counseling modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and “priming” psychology for self-actualization.
Stephanie seeks to develop a warm and caring relationship with you while collaborating with you to reach your counseling goals. She counsels from a strengths-based, goal-focused perspective while building the client-counselor relationship; she listens with genuine empathy and understands many issues from personal experience. Stephanie believes that all individuals possess the innate ability to create and live any life they choose.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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At Thriveworks, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy or talk therapy. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors that can contribute to various mental health issues or challenges that people are struggling with.
Cognitive behavioral therapists specialize in Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help you to identify and comprehend your thought patterns, which often encompass automatic negative thoughts, cognitive distortions, and self-defeating beliefs. Once these negative thought patterns are pinpointed, cognitive behavioral therapists aim to challenge and replace them with the objective of fostering more constructive and logical thinking. In addition, these therapists place significant emphasis on implementing positive behavioral changes based on the newly established, healthier thought patterns.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective for addressing conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors, making it well-suited for issues related to distorted thinking and emotional regulation.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
The success rate of CBT varies depending on the intentions of the client and their condition(s).
The selection between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is based on an individual’s unique needs and challenges. CBT is commonly chosen for addressing conditions such as anxiety and depression, whereas DBT is especially beneficial for individuals dealing with borderline personality disorder, emotional regulation issues, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our Thriveworks therapists in Baton Rouge, LA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Generally, CBT is considered a short-term therapy, typically lasting for about 12 to 20 weekly sessions. In some cases, it might extend to around 16 to 20 sessions for more complex issues.
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