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Discover how starting therapy with a psychologists can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Treatment With a Psychologist

What are psychologists?

Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.

How do psychologists work?

Thriveworks psychologists in New Orleans, LA provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.

Can I see a psychologist in person or online?

How long would I see a psychologist?

Psychological treatment at Thriveworks New Orleans is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.

Need more help deciding?

Taking care of your mind is equally as important as getting help for physical injuries and diseases. A licensed psychologist is trained to identify, diagnose, and treat the problems that might be keeping you from feeling your best.

Mental health professionals at Thriveworks Counseling New Orleans, LA, can pinpoint underlying issues that influence our emotional and psychological states, helping you live a happier, healthier life. Consider calling our office today or using our online scheduling tool to set up your first appointment.

How Can I Benefit From Working With a Psychologist?

Working with a caring and licensed psychologist can help you understand your mental state and manage issues in your life. Psychologists can help you:

  • Learn how to process everyday stressors
  • Identify your environmental triggers
  • Manage symptoms of anxiety or depression
  • Reframe negative thought patterns
  • Strengthen your relationships
  • Advocate for your mental health needs
  • Work through childhood or recent trauma
  • Build healthy coping mechanisms for persistent problems

What Does Psychological Treatment Typically Involve?

Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, under excessive stress at work, living with unhealthy eating habits, or experiencing relationship issues, speaking with a trained psychologist can help.

Sessions are unique for every client, but there are some common things to expect:

  • Talk therapy: A skilled psychologist knows how to create a comfortable and confidential environment so you can speak about your concerns, needs, and personal goals. Many types of talk therapy can help you identify issues in your life and build a plan to reduce their impact.
  • Prescription medication: Psychologists can also advise you on the potential benefit of medication for treating any mental health issues. Some psychologists can prescribe medication in the state of Louisiana after completing a specific master’s degree program. However, most psychologists cannot prescribe medication. Instead, they’ll often work with a psychiatrist or other medical professional if medication would be helpful for your situation.

Psychology Appointments at Thriveworks in New Orleans, LA

Psychologists have the training to help you overcome challenges in your life. If you want to reach out for support from a mental health professional, consider calling our office at Thriveworks Counseling in New Orleans, LA.

We truly believe that everyone should be able to access convenient mental health care. That’s why we accept most major insurance plans, offer online sessions via video chat or phone, and even have evening and weekend time slots available. We also offer a flexible cancellation policy, won’t put you on a waitlist, and many of our new clients can see a provider within the same week of scheduling.

We want to help you conquer any challenges that life throws your way. Call our office today at Thriveworks Counseling in New Orleans, LA, or use our convenient online scheduling tool to get started.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Louisiana therapists and counselors accept 1 insurance plans

  • See my self-pay options

Self-pay costs at New Orleans
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.5 Learn about verified reviews
★★★☆☆
The therapist was too bias for me. I have been through numerous of serious trauma and tragedies during after the pandemic. I lost both of my parents within than two years. I noticed my wife company was bad and contributed to delinquencies within my household. But my wife blamed it all on me and I did nothing but enhanced my household. The therapist was on my wife said no matter if she was right or wrong and blamed me for everything and I did nothing wrong. She told me that she doesn’t want to do business with me anymore because I wasn’t workable with. She said get another agent!
Read more The therapist was too bias for me. I have been through numerous of serious trauma and tragedies during after the pandemic. I lost both of my parents within than two years. I noticed my wife company was bad and contributed to delinquencies within my household. But my wife blamed it all on me and I did nothing but enhanced my household. The therapist was on my wife said no matter if she was right or wrong and blamed me for everything and I did nothing wrong. She told me that she doesn’t want to do business with me anymore because I wasn’t workable with. She said get another agent!
Hayward Feb 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I believe that Stephanie Dean is an amazing individual and counselor. Not only does she care about her consumers, she also cares about other counselors that are new to the way things happen. I noticed that it was easy to speak openly because I feel that she truly empathizes when I express my issues and frustrations. She is always a joy to speak with and to. She will be an amazing asset wherever she goes.
Read more I believe that Stephanie Dean is an amazing individual and counselor. Not only does she care about her consumers, she also cares about other counselors that are new to the way things happen. I noticed that it was easy to speak openly because I feel that she truly empathizes when I express my issues and frustrations. She is always a joy to speak with and to. She will be an amazing asset wherever she goes.
Baton Rouge Mar 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★
Ms. Woods is a compassionate counselor, whom intently listens to her clients. I’ve had a great experience working with her as she assists me in prioritizing my goals and need; and, has also encouraged me to improve upon my self-care.
Read more Ms. Woods is a compassionate counselor, whom intently listens to her clients. I’ve had a great experience working with her as she assists me in prioritizing my goals and need; and, has also encouraged me to improve upon my self-care.
Monroe Feb 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Antoinette Woods Rucker is one one of the best online and in person go to therapist in the northeast Louisiana area, her compassion for her clients really make it easier for you to entrust your deepest darkest experiences with her and If I was to refer anyone it would definitely be Antoinette Woods Rucker! Her communication skills all around makes it easier to open up and talk about what you’ve been holding in!
Read more Antoinette Woods Rucker is one one of the best online and in person go to therapist in the northeast Louisiana area, her compassion for her clients really make it easier for you to entrust your deepest darkest experiences with her and If I was to refer anyone it would definitely be Antoinette Woods Rucker! Her communication skills all around makes it easier to open up and talk about what you’ve been holding in!
Monroe Feb 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Antionette Woods is a very good counselor, she listens well and she is very understanding. Always available.
Read more Antionette Woods is a very good counselor, she listens well and she is very understanding. Always available.
Monroe Feb 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Ms Woods is very knowledgeable in this field. She provides genuine concern for the, problem area. She has listening ear and a caring. She makes it very easy to be able to talk to. I like the convience of being able to talk to someone who understands my needs and wants to see me better myself.
Read more Ms Woods is very knowledgeable in this field. She provides genuine concern for the, problem area. She has listening ear and a caring. She makes it very easy to be able to talk to. I like the convience of being able to talk to someone who understands my needs and wants to see me better myself.
Monroe Feb 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in New Orleans, LA is located in a building at the corner of N Norman C Francis Pkwy and Conti St. We currently share the building with Morphy Makofsky Inc. Across the street, on the opposite side of Conti St, you will find Camp Bow Wow doggy daycare. On the opposite side of N Norman C Francis Pkwy is the Mid City Park and the Norman C Francis Bike Trail.

Phone number

(504) 732-9138

Languages spoken by LA providers

  • English
Thursday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:00pm

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Thursday 7:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 7:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 7:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Monday 7:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 7:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 7:00am - 9:30pm

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