Desiree Shaw

she/her

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Women’s Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Transition

Individual Counseling

Online in Louisiana

6 years in practice

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance

Desiree accepts 9 insurers

Optum Serve

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Christus Health Plan Exchange

JP Farley Corporation

Multi Plan PHCS

Municipal Health Benefit Program

UMR

Self pay

Self pay costs

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Desiree

Hi my name is Desiree Shaw and I am a LPC. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Louisiana State University. I also earned a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from University of Phoenix. I work with adult individuals who have experienced grief, loss, chronic illness and those going through tough life transitions.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my therapeutic model. I help you challenge negative thoughts and help you find thoughts that are more useful.

With 6 years of experience, I know how heavy life can feel when things are out of place. My practice is a safe, warm space completely free of judgment where you can truly be heard. I meet you exactly where you are with deep empathy.

"As a person who has experienced lots of loss, I can understand how feelings can be overwhelming and come in waves."

Get to know Desiree

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I wanted to use my trauma to help others feels seen and provide a safe environment for them.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Adults ages 18 and older.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

That it takes time.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

Getting to know each other to build rapport and complete a biopsychosocial.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

I am divorced, lost a parent to suicide.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I listen and try to meet the client where they are at.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesWomen’s Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Transition, Body Image Issues, Body Dysmorphia, Behavioral Issues, Anger Management, Coping Skills, Chronic Illness/Pain, Caregivers, Divorce, Hoarding, Gender Identity / Transgender, LGBTQIA+, Social Anxiety, Seniors & Geriatric, Self-Harming, Self Esteem, Relationships

ApproachesAny / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Psychoanalytic