Therapists in Metairie, LA

I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and men's trauma. I believe everyone deserves a space where they can show up exactly as they are without judgment.My approach is grounded in the belief that you're the expert on your own life - my role is to bring my training and skills alongside your wisdom about yourself, creating a safe place where you can explore your truth at your own pace. I use trauma-informed approaches including CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy to help clients process difficult experiences and reclaim their power. Whether you're navigating identity exploration, relationship challenges, life transitions, or healing from trauma, I'm here to create that safe space where real growth can happen. Because you deserve to be seen, heard, and supported exactly as you are.

I am a National Certified Counselor and a Certified Thanatologist. Thanatology, derived from the Greek thanatos, “death”, is the study of death, dying and bereavement. A thanatologist is a professional, knowledgeable in the social and psychological matters surrounding death, loss, and end-of-life. I provide understanding, empathetic support for those who have experienced or are anticipating a loss, and need help working through their grief. You will find that this process allows you to find a new way to live that is fulfilling and meaningful, while honoring your loss.

I have been practicing social work 20 + years. I enjoy counseling and providing psychotherapy to individuals ages 6-99years old in the New Orleans metro area. 

My name is Kimberlin D. Pittman. I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) driven by a deep-rooted passion for helping people reclaim their mental health. My journey has taken me through diverse healthcare settings, including the Department of Veteran Affairs, Beacon Behavioral Hospital, and Odyssey House of Louisiana At the Department of Veteran Affairs, I ensure top-quality care in skilled, hospice, acute care, and rehab units. At Beacon Behavioral Hospital, I manage shift operations, delivering safe and effective treatment for patients in mental health crises. My role at Coram Infusion Services involves overseeing the nursing needs across Louisiana, providing critical home healthcare services like biological and antibiotic therapies. I also support victims of sexual assault as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) at Tulane University Hospital and Clinic. With a solid background in nursing education from Delgado Community College's Charity School of Nursing and extensive clinic operations experience with Ochsner Health System, I am dedicated to guiding future nurses and enhancing clinic care. Academically, I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Jackson State University, along with an MBA from the University of Phoenix. My nursing education includes degrees from University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Grand Canyon University and Herzing University. My commitment? Providing compassionate, quality care that improves your mental health and well-being. I treat patients by understanding what issues they perceive are important and addressing those issues in a collaborative manner so that we are partners in supporting your goals, both long-term and short term.

Ilsa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-S, LPC-A), Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCPT-II), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Board-Approved Supervisor. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Relational Bodywork and Somatic Education (BASE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience (DARe), Brainspotting, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Ilsa is also a Certified Animal-Assisted Play Therapist, Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional and Certified SYMBIS Facilitator. In addition, Ilsa is a member of Somatic Experiencing International and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). Ilsa is a trauma-informed counselor with extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and First Responders presenting with anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, childhood trauma/attachment issues, complex trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, and relationship conflicts. Ilsa works in collaboration with her clients, creating a safe space, towards desired goals. She believes that all individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth. She provides a holistic integrative approach, tailored to the client’s unique needs, that promotes wellness and facilitates healing through somatic and attachment-based work. Clients move from chaos towards a sense of agency & internal safety. Providing an environment of acceptance, warmth, and understanding, Ilsa supports and empowers clients to build on their strengths and attain the growth needed to address challenges and experience a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

We all feel alone at times, like no one around us truly understands. That disconnection can lead us to withdraw from the people and activities we love. Whether it’s challenges at work, struggles with family or relationships, or a battle within yourself, I want you to know: you’re not alone. I’m here and I care. It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s perfectly fine to not have all the answers. Life is a journey, and while it can be rewarding, it’s not always easy. Sometimes, we find ourselves off course or without the tools we need to move forward. That’s where I come in. I'll provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can be vulnerable and authentic with every part of you; even the ones you don't like. Together, we’ll explore challenges, unpack burdens, and build tools to help you navigate life with awareness and self-compassion. I'll hold all of your pieces as you rebuild yourself into who you want to become. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Your pain deserves a voice, and your healing journey deserves the utmost care. Call or email me today so we can take that next step together. Don't suffer in silence for a moment longer. Let me help you, find you. (For a faster response, please email me!)