Individual and Couples Counseling

Individual 60 MINUTES• $150*/couples 60 minutes• $150**

Theratique partners with licensed counselors who work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that include therapy for individuals and couples who need help with depression, grief, stress, and beyond. We offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our clients’ individual needs to help attain the personal growth they are striving for all in in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. Most insurance accepted.*

Issues:

 

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Stress

  • Grief

  • PTSD

  • Relationship challenges

  • Self-confidence

  • Women’s health

*We accept the following types of insurance for mental health sessions: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, United Healthcare, Coventry Multiplan. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept Medicare, Medicaid, AmeriHealth, Tricare, Blue Connect or Signature Blue at this time.

**Couples counseling is available through private pay only.

  • New clients must complete their TherapyAppointment client portal before their first visit with their counselor. This also applies for all new clients scheduling telecounseling appointments.

    To complete your TherapyAppointment portal:

    1. Choose a counselor below and click "Book an Appointment." (If you would like guidance on choosing a counselor, please contact us).

    2. Once you are on the counselor’s TherapyAppointment page, click the button to register as a new client.

    3. Please follow the prompts to register.

    4. Within your client portal, you must complete all of the documents under “My Docs & Forms”, input a credit card, upload a photo ID, and submit your insurance information. (You should be prompted to input your credit card, photo ID, and insurance info, but please check under “My Profile” to see if everything is in the system.) This should take 10-15 minutes.

    5. Once everything in Step 4 is completed, you will be contacted by your counselor to set up your appointment.

Meet the counselors…

At our 4440 Canal St. location

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Vanessa Batiste-Leal, LPC, LRC
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling
Vanessa Batiste-Leal, LPC, LRC
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling

Vanessa Batiste-Leal is a New Orleans native and has been a practicing mental health professional since 2015. She specializes in counseling athletes at all levels - student-athletes, amateur/professional athletes, as well as former athletes, in balancing mind, body, and sport for optimal mental health and well-being. Additionally, it is beneficial for anyone who is seeking to improve performance in their field, such as business executives, medical professionals, actors, dancers, and more. Vanessa provides individual counseling that focuses on establishing goals and developing a plan to build a strong mindset for achieving peak performance in sport and in life. She works from an educational and strength-based approach that assists the athlete in developing the knowledge and tools for enhancing mental strength and emotional regulation. Common topics addressed in sessions include anxiety, depression, confidence, injury, focus, recruiting, motivation, relaxation, team roles, consistency, general emotional health, mindfulness, and goal setting.

Book an appointment with Vanessa Batiste-Leal, PLPC.

4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling
Justine Booth, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling
Justine Booth, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling

Justine received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Lesley University in 2019. She is now completing her final year in her CMHC graduate program at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and will soon be eligible for her PLPC. Originally from New England, Justine has resided in New Orleans for the past three years. Justine often uses artistic, creative and mindfulness practices to support clients in processing their experiences. Justine favors psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral orientations but always approaches each client from a person-centered and trauma sensitive perspective first and foremost. Justine has experience working with those with a history of substance abuse, complex trauma, and anxiety challenges however Justine’s focus as a counselor is to support every client in finding inner peace, elevating their well-being, and reaching their full potential.

Book an appointment with Justine Booth, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern

4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling
Emily Buse, MA, PLPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Pregnancy and Planning, Postpartum, Parenthood, Trauma and Loss
Emily Buse, MA, PLPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Pregnancy and Planning, Postpartum, Parenthood, Trauma and Loss

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.

Book an appointment with Emily Buse, MA, PLPC.

4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Pregnancy and Planning, Postpartum, Parenthood, Trauma and Loss
Gabriella DeMatteo, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety, Depression, student life, life transition
Gabriella DeMatteo, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety, Depression, student life, life transition

Having earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from LSU, Gabriella is completing the final semester of a master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Holy Cross and will soon be eligible for her PLPC. A native of New Orleans, Gabriella adopts a person-centered approach, recognizing the importance of cultivating strong therapeutic relationships. Her background includes working with children, families, and individuals in various life stages.

Book an appointment with Gabriella DeMatteo, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student Intern

4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety, Depression, student life, life transition
Hope Gersovitz, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT
4440 Canal St., Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling
Postpartum, Bereavement, Trauma and Loss, Adoption and Fostering, Pregnancy and Planning, Parenthood, Fertility
Hope Gersovitz, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT
4440 Canal St., Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling
Postpartum, Bereavement, Trauma and Loss, Adoption and Fostering, Pregnancy and Planning, Parenthood, Fertility

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.

Book appointment with Hope Gersovitz, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT

4440 Canal St., Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling
Postpartum, Bereavement, Trauma and Loss, Adoption and Fostering, Pregnancy and Planning, Parenthood, Fertility
Christina Leslie, LPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety
Christina Leslie, LPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety

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.

Book an appointment with Christina Leslie, LPC.

4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anxiety
Emily Patterson, LCSW
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling
Emily Patterson, LCSW
4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling

Emily Patterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through the changes that life brings. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and has been practicing social work in the New Orleans area for 12 years, working in healthcare and maternal/child health. She is especially focused on supporting those working in the healthcare field as well as those struggling with fertility and the postpartum period. She also has experience supporting adults working through depression, anxiety, grief, women’s health issues, parenting struggles, adjustment to life changes and health related concerns. Her approach to counseling is supportive and collaborative, choosing to focus on the strengths inherent in all beings to help move through life’s obstacles. She believes therapy can be a combination of exploration, contemplation, problem-solving, and action and looks forward to joining you on your journey.

Emily Patterson will be available to see clients as of 7/1/23

Book an appointment with Emily Patterson, LCSW.

4440 Canal St., Individual Counseling
Pearl Watson, MHS, LPC, NCC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Pearl Watson, MHS, LPC, NCC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling

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.

Book an appointment with Pearl Watson, MHS, LPC, NCC.

4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Daniela Zapata, LPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Postpartum, Parenthood
Daniela Zapata, LPC
4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Postpartum, Parenthood

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.

Book an appointment with Daniela Zapata, LPC.

4440 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Postpartum, Parenthood

At our 4034 Canal St. location

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Katie Abadie, PLPC
4034 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Katie Abadie, PLPC
4034 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling

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.

Book an appointment with Katie Abadie, PLPC

4034 Canal St., Telecounseling, Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Madeline Corcoran, PLPC
4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling
Pediatric Cancer Survivorship Support Program
Madeline Corcoran, PLPC
4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling
Pediatric Cancer Survivorship Support Program

Madeline holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She believes that everyone, including those impacted by severe mental disorders, can improve their level of wellness through counseling. Madeline primarily works with adolescents and young adults, including parents and families. She has experience working with parents impacted by postpartum depression and anxiety. Madeline seeks to prevent the generational transmission of trauma between parents and children and recognizes the courage it takes for parents to seek counseling while navigating the personal and relationship changes that take place during the transition into parenthood. Madeline also has experience working with the individuals impacted by cancer and their families, including those experiencing anticipatory grief, complex grief, and adjustment disorders.

Madeline always seeks to provide gender and sexuality affirming counseling to her clients. She spent her internship year focusing on providing counseling to members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their family members, including those navigating the coming out process. She has worked with monogamous, ethically non-monogamous, and polyamourous couples across gender and sexuality spectrums. She believes that all intersections of one’s identity play a role in the counseling process and helps clients process how their experiences relate to their intersectional identities. Madeline respects her clients as experts in themselves and sees counseling as an opportunity for deeper exploration and processing of experiences, relationships, and identities.

Book an appointment with Madeline Corcoran, PLPC.

4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling
Pediatric Cancer Survivorship Support Program
Amy Sandridge PhD, LCSW
4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Amy Sandridge PhD, LCSW
4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling

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.

Book an appointment with Amy Sandridge PhD, LCSW

4034 Canal St., Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling
Anne Small, PLPC
Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, 4034 Canal St.
Depression, Anxiety, Self Esteem, life transition, student life
Anne Small, PLPC
Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, 4034 Canal St.
Depression, Anxiety, Self Esteem, life transition, student life

Anne earned her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Auburn University. Through her experience working at a community-level intensive outpatient addiction center, Anne has worked to promote wellbeing with a variety of ages and backgrounds.

Anne believes in innate resilience and uses counseling as a platform to empower others. Through authentic connection, she helps her clients find hope, embrace their self-worth and learn ways to support themselves through difficult times rather than succumb to self-blame for all their struggles. She understands that each client is unique, tailoring therapy to meet each client’s needs for a meaningful journey together to wellbeing. Anne specializes in anxiety, self-esteem, depression, life transitions, and student life.

Book an appointment with Anne Small, PLPC.

Individual Counseling, Telecounseling, Couples Counseling, 4034 Canal St.
Depression, Anxiety, Self Esteem, life transition, student life