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Katie Abadie, LPC
A Louisiana native, Katie Abadie received her Master of Science in Counseling at Southeastern Louisiana University. Having found her passion, Katie is eager to expand her skill set and continue to grow in her profession. The foundation of Katie's counseling framework consists of three elements: the counseling relationship, unconditional positive regard, and integrating self-compassion. She believes a client's "answers" are within them; her role is to assist them by providing a non-judgmental space that utilizes psycho-education, evidence-based resources and tools, guided introspection, collaboration, and short term and long term definitive goals. Katie's counseling perspective is existential, person-centered, and holistic, however she understands integration is key as every client is different. She has experience with adolescents, adults and older adults, complex trauma, sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQA+ issues, self-esteem, shame, grief, borderline personality disorder, and cultural identity issues. Her approach is sex-positive and can often incorporate a feminist perspective. Katie seeks to provide unreserved support and empathy as she and her clients take the non-linear journey towards wellness and fulfillment together.
Emily Buse, MA, PLPC
A native of New Orleans, Emily Buse holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Holy Cross University. She is currently a PLPC working under the supervision of April Ivy, LPC-S. After taking some personal time to be a full time mom, she is thrilled to be back seeing clients again. She specializes in working with adults struggling mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, and women’s health and, since having added motherhood to her repertoire, she has also developed a passion for working with mothers navigating postpartum.
She approaches counseling from a person-centered, eclectic and holistic perspective, using a blend of cognitive behavioral, existential, solution-focused, and psychoeducation, with an aim to create a warm and inviting space, free from judgment or expectation. She chooses to focus on clients strengths, while also identifying areas for growth so as to empower clients to overcome personal obstacles. By redirecting clients’ negative thinking patterns towards healthier outlooks, the goal of her approach is that they may learn to navigate their circumstance from a different perspective. She is steadfast in the belief that there is always hope and that no mistake in life can’t be undone.
Hope Gersovitz, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT
Hope graduated from LSU with a Masters in Counselor Education. In 2004, she became a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. After receiving her PhD in Behavioral Science through California University and opened her first private practice, New Orleans Counseling & Hypnosis Center, in 2011. 3 years later she opened her second practice, Theratique, with a mission of creating a place of rest, relaxation, and centering for all of its clients. While Hope works with a broad spectrum of clients, she has worked to expand her areas of expertise to include depression and anxiety stemming from maternity and family planning as well as the trials and tribulations thereof. Motivated by her personal experiences on the path to motherhood, Hope draws from her own struggles with IVF and adoption navigation to help her clients. She is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address their personal life challenges.
Lauren Herbert, LPC
Lauren received her Master’s Degree in clinical mental health counseling at LSU Health Sciences Center- New Orleans in 2021. She specializes in working with those who are struggling with trauma, anger, or emotional dysregulation. Additionally, she works with couples and families who are looking to improve communication, enhance intimacy within their relationship or maneuver life transitions/conflicts within themselves and/or family members.
She operates from a person-centered, trauma-focused, and attachment-based approach. During sessions, she predominantly works from an emotionally-focused (EFT) perspective, bringing in elements of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). We move at your pace, to get “un-stuck”, and increase your strengths in order to move forward and thrive.
Christina Leslie, LPC
Christina was born and raised in the great city of New Orleans. Christina is a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified School Counselor in Louisiana. She is also in the process of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and awaiting approval to become a National Certified Counselor (NCC). She has over 7 years of experience working with clients of various backgrounds with moderate to severe mental health issues. She received her Masters from Southern University A&M College in Mental Health Counseling. She also received her Bachelors from Louisiana State University in Psychology with a minor in Leadership Development. Christina uses a multitude of therapies to assist clients for an engaging and therapeutic experience. She is accepting new clients for evening and weekend counseling appointments.
Amy Sandridge PhD, LCSW
Dr. Sandridge graduated from Tulane University School of Social Work. Her PhD is from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in Epidemiology. Originally from the Greater New Orleans area, her experience includes working with adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders and those who have experienced trauma and natural disasters. She has also helped those struggling with grief and bereavement. She will tailor her approach to meet your needs. She follows systems theory, attachment theory, and believes in empowering individuals towards achieving autonomy and self-determination. She uses a variety of techniques including psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and existential therapy.
Pearl Watson, MHS, LPC, NCC
Pearl earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the Xavier University of Louisiana. She received a Master of Health Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans in 2021. Pearl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience working with clients from various cultural backgrounds and experiences. Pearl utilizes therapeutic techniques from Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to address the client’s needs and achieve therapeutic goals.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Jeanette Williams, PLPC
Jeanette received her master's degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is currently an advanced doctoral student at Capella University. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. She welcomes working with a diverse population of couples, adolescents, and adults, including but not limited to those with mood disorders, trauma/stress-related disorders, specific learning disorders, and ADHD.
She approaches the counseling process from a client-centered perspective in that she sees the client/counselor relationship as key to the client’s growth. Exploring the client’s family system is important and discussed in order to better understand her clients’ issues and to develop solutions.
Daniela Zapata, LPC
Daniela Zapata earned a Master of Science Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in 2019. As a previous high school teacher and mental health community advocate, she has experience working with a wide range of ages and people of different cultural backgrounds. She adopts a holistic approach to therapy and believes collaboration is essential in order to reach the client's desired results. Daniela utilizes therapeutic techniques from Solutions Focus Therapy , Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to address anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, grief, and relationship/marital concerns. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.