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Christine Smith, MA, PLPC
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor

You may feel like you've been carrying the weight of your experiences for too long, & now you're ready to set some of that burden down. Healing doesn't happen overnight, & trust takes time. My goal is to walk alongside you at your pace, helping you unburden yourself one step at a time in a space where you feel safe, seen, & understood. One of the greatest privileges of my work is witnessing clients gain insight, experience breakthroughs, & build healthier relationships—with themselves & others. While healing often requires facing painful experiences, it can also lead to resilience & a renewed sense of empowerment.

I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, chronic illness and pain, and relationship concerns. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in attachment theory, helping you strengthen your sense of self, deepen self-worth, and create more secure, fulfilling relationships.

I tailor therapy to your unique needs by integrating evidence-based approaches. Whether you're navigating the effects of trauma, managing intrusive thoughts, coping with chronic health challenges, or seeking healthier patterns in your relationships, I strive to provide compassionate, collaborative care that supports lasting change.

Areas of Focus

Therapy Modalities

  • Trauma / PTSD

  • Chronic Illness / Chronic pain

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety

  • Behavioral Issues

  • Codependency

  • Depression

  • Emotional Disturbance

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Family Conflict

  • Grief

  • Life Transitions

  • Marital and Premarital Counseling

  • Mood Disorders

  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

  • Parenting

  • Peer Relationships

  • Relationship Issues

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Stress

  • Veterans

  • Women's Issues

  • ACT

  • EMDR - Trained

  • CBT

  • DBT

  • Expressive Arts

  • Family systems

  • Gottman Method

  • IFS

  • Sandplay 

Insurance

Aetna, Optum, Cigna, United Healthcare, UMR, Verity

About Christine

I earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Sciences from Texas A&M University. I have completed my master’s degree in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Colorado Christian University and am now a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana. 

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Combining quality time with family and friends with good food is one of my favorite ways to enjoy life. Growing up, I moved frequently as a child, and later, marrying my husband, who served in the Marine Corps, provided me with opportunities to live in different places and meet many wonderful people. Although I claim Texas as my roots and always enjoy some good Tex- Mex, my family and I have made New Orleans our home. We’ve fallen in love with the unique culture and the incredible people who have become like family to us.

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When I’m not working, I enjoy staying active by working out and swimming. I love exploring new restaurants, watching my boys’ sporting events, and spending time with our two dogs.

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