Christian Counseling in Baton Rouge, LA

Whenever possible I like to take a faith based approach to therapy. I believe results are best when all parts of a person are recognized: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

Faith often shapes how we love, forgive, and seek meaning in our relationships. For those who wish to integrate their Christian values into therapy, I offer a space that honors both emotional and spiritual growth. My work blends clinical expertise in sex therapy, couples therapy, and infidelity repair with respect for faith as a source of strength, reflection, and renewal. Together, we explore how belief and attachment intersect - helping you restore connection, rebuild trust, and align intimacy with your deepest values.

Integrating faith with practical tools creates a strong, grace-filled foundation for couples looking to heal and reconnect. My approach to Christian Counseling bridges biblical wisdom with proven relationship strategies to help you break through communication blocks and restore mutual respect. I provide online relationship coaching for clients in Nashville, Cookeville, and across the country who want a Christ-centered roadmap for a thriving marriage.

A Biblical worldview is integrated into the counseling format.

Christian counseling, also known as biblical counseling or Christian therapy, combines psychological and therapeutic techniques with Christian faith, principles, and teachings. It is administered by professionals in mental health who are also trained in Christian theology and ethics. Christian counseling seeks to assist individuals in addressing their emotional, psychological, and relational difficulties while incorporating their Christian beliefs and values into the therapeutic process. Christian counseling is not a substitute for traditional mental health therapy or medical treatment. Instead, it provides an additional option for those who wish to investigate their challenges within the Christian worldview. If you or someone you know is interested in Christian counseling, it is imperative to locate a qualified Christian counselor who shares your beliefs and can provide the necessary support and guidance.

Baton Rouge is home to Louisiana State University and serves as Louisiana's state capital, creating a therapy community shaped by student mental health demand, the pressures of government and healthcare careers, and the particular stressors of a Deep South city navigating racial and economic inequity. The city's African American community — which comprises roughly half the population — drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial trauma, community resilience, and the psychological weight of systemic inequity. Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and Ochsner Health provide institutional mental health resources, while LSU's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local community. Baton Rouge's location in a high-flood-risk region means climate-related anxiety and disaster recovery are recurring themes that local therapists address alongside individual concerns.

Gender ID

	46%	Female
	40%	Male
	7%	Gender Fluid
	7%	Non-Binary

Session Type

	70%	In Person and Online
	30%	Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

70%	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
50%	Christian Counseling
40%	Behavioral Therapy
40%	Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
40%	Family Systems Therapy
40%	Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
40%	Psychoeducational Therapy

Ages Served

100%	Adult
50%	Children
50%	Senior
50%	Teen
50%	Young Adult

Client Focus

80%	Christian
70%	Women
50%	Men
40%	Hispanic / Latino
30%	Jewish

Christian Counseling in Baton Rouge, LA

Shawn Gautreaux

Jason Powell

Dr. Annette Gallardo, PhD | Faith-Based Marriage & Relationship Coach

Cynthia Leslie

Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.

Christian Counseling therapists in Baton Rouge, LA Statistics

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Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale