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You are the author of your story & I am only here to help with your question "Where do I start?".
Patricia Carr is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of therapy experience. She often works with adults and adolescents who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, troubling relationship patterns, grief, and major life changes.
Patricia completed her Master's degree in Counseling at Louisiana Tech University. She uses eclectic techniques that include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and keeps all therapy person-centered.
If you are ready to change some things about your current experience, look more deeply at recurrent feelings, and become a better you, Patricia can help. Schedule your first session with her today.
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As a 45-year-old African American woman navigating menopause, motherhood, and marriage, I bring lived wisdom, clinical insight, an...
As a 45-year-old African American woman navigating menopause, motherhood, and marriage, I bring lived wisdom, clinical insight, and a deep calling to walk alongside other women 35 and up as they reclaim their voice, vitality, and vision.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through compassionate, culturally responsive care. I specialize in helping clients navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, identity development, and healing from past emotional wounds. I create a warm, emotionally safe space where clients can reconnect with themselves, restore their energy, and imagine what’s possible.
I hold a master’s in social work from Louisiana State University. My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and strength-based, mindfulness-informed care. I provide insight-building psychoeducation and tools clients can use beyond the therapy room.
Whether you are facing a tough season, supporting your child, or simply needing a space to feel heard, I am here to help. I offer a grounded, compassionate approach that meets you where you are and supports meaningful progress at your pace. When you are ready, I welcome you to take the next step and schedule a session with me.
Andrew LeBlanc is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a long history of working in mental health and a wide range of experienc...
Andrew LeBlanc is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a long history of working in mental health and a wide range of experience. He's been in this field since '93 before becoming a social worker and has worked with many different populations from young adults to the senior community.
Andrew received his Master's of Social Work from SUNO School of Social Work. He has also experienced what it is like to be affected by mental health personally and believes this gives him an advantage as a service provider.
Andrew incorporates a variety of techniques into treatment including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based, and strength-based approaches. "I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health and there should be no stigma in seeking assistance," he says. If you think that Andrew might be the right fit for you, don't hesitate to reach out.
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Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.
Thriveworks family therapists in Shreveport, LA usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.
The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.
This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.
In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.
Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.
Thriveworks therapists in Shreveport, LA offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.
Families face numerous challenges as they grow and change. Whether it’s behavioral issues, blending families, or communication problems, family therapy can help you navigate these difficulties and strengthen your relationships. At Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA, our skilled therapists are here to support you. Call us at (318) 618-8427 to schedule your appointment.
Family therapy helps families deal with their issues and create healthier relationships. During therapy, your provider will explore your family’s roles, rules, and patterns of behavior to help you find healthier and more effective ways of interacting with each other.
Many families can benefit from attending therapy. Common reasons for seeing a mental health provider include:
Going to family therapy doesn’t mean there is something wrong with your family. It’s normal to seek support during difficult times. Working with a family counselor or therapist from Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA can spark helpful conversations and help you develop healthier habits.
Mental health professionals can help your family no matter what you’re going through. Your family therapist may use one or more therapeutic techniques depending on your family’s specific issues.
The type of therapy and the length of time spent in family therapy will depend on your family’s issues and goals. Every family is different, and your family’s treatment plan will be unique to you.
Family conflicts are a natural part of life as a family grows and changes. Addressing these issues can show everyone in the family how much they mean to each other. If you want to start family therapy or counseling, call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Shreveport, LA.
Working with a family therapist or counselor can help bring your family closer together. Call us today at (318) 618-8427 to set up your first appointment.
We look forward to helping you strengthen your family relationships.
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