Adrienne Hennessey, Counselor in New Orleans, 70115

Adrienne Hennessey, NCC, LPC, LAC

Profession(s):
Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Psychotherapy
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LPC - 4964
Secondary License:
LAC - 1367

My Approach to Helping

My counseling style is one of collaboration, warmth, mutual respect and creative usage of techniques to foster long term change and personal growth.

My integrative counseling perspective is built on a cognitive-behavioral foundation and supplemented with brief solutions-focused, psychodynamic and Gestalt theories to assist you (1) in identifying your problems, (2) developing an understanding of the thought patterns and emotions that contribute to maintaining your problems and (3) implementing appropriate solutions to work towards alleviating your problems and living a happier life. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of issues, including: Stress; Depression; Anxiety; Addiction; Sexuality; Trauma; Domestic Violence; Interpersonal, Marital and Family Relationships; Grief; Physical Health Issues, Illness and Chronic Pain; and Life Coaching/Career Development.

Treatment services are determined collaboratively based on your individualized needs and may include: Individual Psychotherapy; Couples/Marriage Counseling; Family Therapy; Group Therapy; and Psychological Appraisals. Therapy group topics include physical health issues such as addiction, chronic pain, oncology, HIV/AIDS and bereavement/grief.

I am licensed in providing mental health counseling and addiction treatment in the states of Louisiana and New York as well as nationally and I am a provider of Department of Transportation (DOT) Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Evaluations.

Attention to intersections of mental and physical health and the importance of multicultural counseling are key facets of the counseling experience at my practice.

More Info About My Practice

Fees for Self-Pay Clients:

* Telephone Consultation - FREE (15 minutes)

* Initial Consultation for Individual Therapy - $120 (75 minute session)
* Individual Therapy - $90 (50 minute session) or $120 (75 minute session)

* Initial Consultation for Couples/Family Therapy - $175 (90 minute session)
* Couples/Family Therapy - $130 (60 minute session)

* Group Therapy - $45 (75 minute session)

* Psychological Appraisals - $90 to $175 (vary by type)

* Department of Transportation (DOT) Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Evaluations - $300 (120 minute session)

Payments can be made by cash, personal check or credit card and we currently accept the following health insurance plans (please verify your coverage including benefits, copays and deductibles with your insurance provider):

*Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana (Traditional Key and Preferred Care PPO)
*Magellan (indicated by an HMO of Louisiana member ID prefix of XUH or a BCBSLA prefix of XUA)
* American Behavioral Health
*Coventry of Louisiana/MHNnet
*Multiplan/PHCS
*Lifesynch/Humana
*Benefit Management Services
*Aetna (EPO, PPO, MC and EAP)
*We are also a certified, non-network TRICARE provider.

Discounts (not to be combined):
** To receive a 10% discount on your initial consultation for self-pay clients, please use the promo code GTNEW when booking your appointment!
** Cash payments receive an ongoing $10 discount for every session.

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

I am skilled in working with issues related to intersections of mental and physical health as well as issues related to improving interpersonal relationships.

Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist

Regardless of how you locate a therapist, be prepared to ask questions that will help you decide if that therapist is a good match for you. Remember, YOU are interviewing the therapist and even a good therapist may not be the appropriate match for every person.

Theoretical Influences that Guide My Work

My integrative counseling perspective is built on a cognitive-behavioral foundation and supplemented with brief solutions-focused, psychodynamic and Gestalt theories to assist you (1) in identifying your problems, (2) developing an understanding of the thought patterns and emotions that contribute to maintaining your problems and (3) implementing appropriate solutions to work towards alleviating your problems and living a happier life.

Why Going to Therapy Does Not Mean You are Weak or Flawed

The decision to participate in therapy involves recognizing the importance of monitoring one's progress towards one's life goals and being willing to admit when you may benefit from making adjustments to your normal ways of relating to yourself and the world around you. This is absolutely a sign of strength and I fully believe that self-care is something to be proud of rather than embarrassed by. As your therapist, I will strive to help you understand this and to take pride in your decision to actively pursue your own happiness.