Mental Health Therapy in Angie

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Dr. Athena Porter

Angie, Louisiana - Licensed Professional Counselor
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Welcome! I am a person, who like many other human beings, has skills and talents. As a qualified mental health care provider with a doctorate in Clinical/Community Psychology, I have been using my talents to help people afflicted with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and other psychological disorders. While I appreciate the wide-range benefits of an eclectic approach, I prefer and tend to apply cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and sociocultural models in counseling and therapy sessions. I view life as a journey in which we, as human beings, use our mind, body, and spirit to solve problems, overcome adversity, and enjoy life. Besides helping people alleviate symptoms derived from mental illness, I provide support for personal growth within the context life coaching and wellness sessions. The span of my career is more than twenty years. The local and global scopes of my vision as a healer, have led me to provide community psychology services in Chicagoland, numerous cities in other parts of the United States, and Ghana (Africa). These community-wide services entail conducting presentations at community health fairs, disseminating information for various type of awareness campaigns (examples: suicide prevention, domestic violence, PTSD, HIV/AIDS, smoking cessation, substance abuse, and Covid19). Moreover, I have imparted information about mental health through the media. I love providing psychological services! I am grateful to be gifted as a healer! Furthermore, I look forward to serving you! Enjoy balance in body, mind, and spirit, Dr. Athena Porter

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Free Mental Health Resources in Louisiana

The website of the state NAMI organization provides a calendar of in-person and online support group meetings, mental health fact sheets, and links to resources. These include a list of state mental health facilities, information on Medicaid, housing, and post-incarceration re-entry support.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of New Orleans is a support group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at Tulane-Lakeside Hospital in Metarie. Occasional additional meetings, such as outdoor meetings, are scheduled when available and are posted in the calendar on the website. The resource section of website includes contacts for psychiatric clinics in New Orleans.
The Louisiana Mental Health Association (LAMHA) offers a peer-run drop-in program for people diagnosed with a chronic mental health issue. They provide education, art and wellness classes, and socialization opportunities. The drop-in center also provides opportunities for employment. Online mental health screenings are available on the website, as well as a newsletter and educational materials.
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Louisiana Trans Advocates provides support groups for trans, gay, and non-conforming individuals, families, and allies. On their website, you'll find links to groups, inclusive healthcare providers, a trans ally educational manual, and a Louisiana trans study report detailing experiences of adult transgender individuals in areas of employment, housing, health, and family experiences.
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Website includes links to behavioral health providers, psychiatric facilities, hospitals, and a 988 crisis and suicide phone line. Information about Healthy Louisiana Medicaid, the state CHIP program for children, and a list of treatment programs for substance use disorders are also on the website, with links and contact information.
Metropolitan Human Services provides services for adults and children including psychiatric and mental health assessments, crisis intervention, case management, medication management, mental health and addiction counseling, and HIV and TB testing. They also provide support services such as assistance with transportation or housing, acquiring medical equipment and supplies, and obtaining respite care for caregivers.
The Baton Rouge Vet Center offers counseling for depression, anxiety, PTSD, military sexual trauma, couples therapy, grief/bereavement, and transition from military life. Talk therapy and recreational therapy, as well as yoga, mindfulness, TaiChi, and healthy living groups are also available here. They provide referrals for substance use treatment. Counseling scheduled Monday-Friday.
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LGBTQ+ Veteran Care is available through the US Department of Veterans Affairs. These services provide culturally competent and trauma-informed care to members of the LGBTQ community, caregivers, and their loved ones.
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This is a crisis phone line operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing crisis support and emotional support for individuals in distress, or for family members or friends who are concerned about the mental health or emotional distress of another individual. The helpline is accessible by phone, chat, or text.
Celebration Hope Center's counseling services include trauma counseling, grief counseling, and play therapy for children. Addiction counseling for alcohol, opioids, and smoking is available. Ambulatory detox is available when appropriate. Community programs are offered by trained facilitators to address drug and gambling prevention.
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Children's Bureau of New Orleans offers weekly individual and group trauma therapy for children for three to nine months' duration. Treatment is delivered at schools, youth service organizations, or child advocacy centers. Crisis intervention services following a traumatic event are available to individuals, families, or schools. Crisis referrals are accepted from community organizations such as churches, schools, and emergency departments.
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Family Service of Greater New Orleans provides counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and family-related issues. Specialized programs to address conflict resolution, PTSD in crime victims, anger management, and parenting skills are available. A 12-session diversion program is offered in lieu of incarceration for adults involved in first-time minor criminal offenses, with referrals accepted from prosecutors.
Eternal Crisis Outreach provides intensive outpatient treatment programs for individuals who do not require 24 hr. supervision or detox services. Treatment for addictions, eating disorders, depression, trauma, and other mental health issues is available. In addition, assessments, parenting classes, anger management groups, DUI classes, and case management services, including temporary housing assistance, are provided.
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Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge offers counseling services including mental health and substance abuse counseling that addresses a range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship issues. A 12-week domestic violence intervention program for perpetrators is available. Case management services include assistance with transportation, emergency financial assistance, and HIV testing and referrals.
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CrescentCare helps clients access primary care providers and behavioral health providers, dentists, and pediatric doctors for children. They can also connect you to LGBTQ health and wellness services including HIV and Hepatitis C care, other sexually transmitted infectious disease testing and treatment, and syringes and harm reduction supplies. They help with legal and housing support services.
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