Contemplative Psychotherapy Therapists in Metairie, LA

Something in you knows that what you're carrying runs deeper than the presenting problem. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and outwardly composed-yet internally they live with anxiety, depression, chronic tension or pain, relentless self-criticism, or a sense that something essential is blocked, muted, or just out of reach. These struggles may surface in mood, in the body, in behavior, or in relationships-including sexuality and intimacy-but they are rarely contained to any one area. They tend to reflect deeper emotional and relational patterns formed early in life, often before language, that continue to shape how a person approaches closeness, vulnerability, agency, pleasure, and self-expression. My work centers on how early experience shapes the capacity for self-regulation, desire, connection, and meaning throughout life-and particularly on how people come to know what they need and want, how they learn to express or inhibit those impulses, and what happens when these capacities become conflicted, constricted, or difficult to sustain. I integrate psychoanalytic hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and clinical sexology within a reflective, depth-oriented process. Hypnosis functions as a central clinical tool-creating conditions for deeper internal contact with emotional, bodily, and unconscious experience that can be difficult to reach through conversation alone. The aim is not only relief from symptoms, but the development of a more coherent and compassionate relationship with one's inner life: sensations, emotions, impulses, and desires. This work is oriented toward lasting psychological change-and toward greater freedom in how one relates to oneself, one's body, and one's capacity for connection, authenticity, and vitality. It is best suited to those ready to move beyond symptom management toward something more fundamental.

I can help you get to the heart of your issues and make the lasting changes you’re longing for. Old patterns dissolve and new possibilities open up. My style is heartful, compassionate, down to earth and perceptive. When sitting with a client, I see ‘myself’ in them, and can feel what it’s like to be in your shoes. I’m then able to clearly sense exactly what is the most effective way to support you, in each moment. Having been in practice over 40 years, I'm a seasoned therapist and have the tools and experience to help resolve whatever is 'up' for you. In addition to talk, I use Brainspotting; EMDR; Body Centered therapy; Meditative approaches and Hypnotherapy.

~ Welcome, I'm Alexandra, a Holistic Psychotherapist and Soulful Life Coach committed to helping you find balance, peace, and purpose in your life. - With over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting introspective, growth-oriented individuals and highly sensitive souls to release anxiety, stress, depression, and emotional overwhelm. - My integrative approach holistically blends evidence-based psychotherapy practices with mindfulness, hypnotherapy, energy healing, and soulful life coaching, creating a compassionate and nurturing environment where you can explore your true self without fear of judgment. - I truly believe that every person holds the power to create positive, meaningful changes in their life. Together, we will uncover your inherent potential, build emotional resilience, and cultivate a consistent inner calm. - I am here to walk side by side with you, offering guidance and support as you navigate your journey. My goal is to help you confidently pursue your life's purpose and experience authentic harmony and fulfillment. - Investing in your first session with me is a powerful step towards your healing and transformation. This session will provide you with invaluable insights and tools, setting the foundation for lasting change and relief. - I invite you to take this wise step to invest in yourself and unlock the possibility of true inner peace and fulfillment. Book your first session today and begin your journey towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Go ahead and reach out! I will walk beside you on this Journey! ~ ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!~

Do you consider yourself spiritual, empathic, intuitive, creative, deep-thinking, or highly sensitive (HSP)? Do you sometimes struggle with emotional overwhelm, anxiety or depression? If you sense you have wounded inner child defense patterns from the past that block you from moving forward into the authentic self-expression of your needs and aspirations, I invite you into a therapy space where your originality, inner imagery, thoughts, and feelings can lead you towards greater wholeness, strength, and maturity.

Metairie is the largest suburb of New Orleans, sitting in Jefferson Parish just west of the city, and its mental health landscape is inseparable from the legacy of Hurricane Katrina, which flooded large parts of the area in 2005 and left lasting trauma across a community that rebuilt slowly and with ongoing grief. As a historically more prosperous suburb of New Orleans, Metairie has higher rates of private insurance coverage and more accessible private therapy than the city itself, but ongoing climate anxiety and the recurring stress of subsequent storms remain significant presenting concerns. Ochsner Health System and Tulane University's medical programs provide behavioral health services in the broader New Orleans metro, and a private therapy sector serves Metairie residents directly. Common therapy concerns include hurricane-related trauma and grief, climate and weather anxiety, family stress, and the complex community grief of a region still navigating recovery decades after Katrina.

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Online Only

Top Specialties

100%	Depression
75%	Anxiety or Fears
75%	Life Coaching
75%	Relationship and Marriage Counseling
75%	Stress
75%	Women's Issues
50%	Codependency

Ages Served

100%	Adult
75%	Senior
25%	Teen
25%	Young Adult

Client Focus

75%	Women
50%	Buddhist
50%	Jewish
50%	LGBTQ+
25%	Asian

Contemplative Psychotherapy therapists in Metairie, Louisiana LA

Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD

Elinor Nygren Szapiro

Alexandra Vartosu

Shelley Klammer

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