Therapist in New Orleans + virtually across Louisiana
Bethany LeBlanc, LCSW, PMH-C
Jump to: areas of support ~ my approach ~ Rates and insurance ~ faq’s
WHERE REPRODUCTIVE CARE meets mental health.
Reproductive transitions don’t come with a survival guide- but they should! Whether you’re unexpectedly pregnant, trying to conceive, in the postpartum trenches, navigating hormonal health challenges, or processing an abortion experience, you deserve nothing less than nonjudgmental support.
As a both perinatal therapist and full spectrum doula, I bring experience supporting folks through all kinds of reproductive transitions. Let’s explore your story, honor where you’ve been, and build a path forward that feels empowered + informed.
I HELP PEOPLE WHO ARE STRUGGLING WITH…
our work together:
The vibe:
My style is warm, conversational, and deeply affirming. I bring humor and (occasional) spicy feminist rants into sessions, and I’ve been known to show up barefoot with an iced latte, no matter the season.
Our sessions will be filled with plants, natural light, and the smell of peppermint or a fancy candle. I’m always happy to offer a cup of lavender chamomile tea, and we always have chocolate.
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The nitty-gritty clinical stuff:
As an eclectic therapist, I’m not married to any single modality. I weave together aspects of narrative therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, CBT, ACT, feminist, strengths-based therapy, and somatic practices to meet your needs.
I firmly believe that people don’t exist in a vacuum, so I take a systemic approach to therapy- which means we’ll explore how the systems around you (like culture, politics, capitalism, & societal norms) impact your mental health.
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What to expect:
Our first session will be 60 minutes, giving us extra time to build a plan for our work together. We’ll decide how often to meet, set goals, and determine if any other supports are needed. After that, all follow-up sessions are 50 minutes.
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INSURANCES accepted:
I partner with Headway to accept the following insurances:
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Aetna
Cigna
Carelon Behavioral Health
More to come!
SLIDING SCALE private pay:
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You fall into this tier if:
You are comfortably able to meet all of your basic needs
You may have some debt, but it does not prevent you from meeting your needs
You own your home or property OR you rent a higher-end property
You own or lease a car
You are employed or do not need to work to meet your needs
You have good health insurance and access to regular medical care
You have access to financial savings
You can afford an annual vacation or take time off
60-minute intake session: $145
50-minute therapy sessions: $135
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You fall into this tier if:
You may stress about meeting your basic needs but generally manage to cover them
Someone in your household owns or leases a car
You are employed
You have health insurance and access to at least some medical care
You have access to some financial savings
You cannot pay full price for therapy due to hospital bills, NICU expenses, or other major costs
You are at higher risk for poor perinatal outcomes due to systemic oppression (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, etc.)
60-minute intake session: $100
50-minute therapy sessions: $90
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You fall into this tier if:
You frequently stress about meeting basic needs
You rent lower-end properties or live with family to save money
Your household has a limited or fixed income
You qualify for WIC, SNAP, Medicaid, or SSDI
You are uninsured or have a high-deductible health plan
You are struggling to find a therapist who accepts your Medicaid or health insurance
You have little or no financial savings
You are at high risk for poor perinatal outcomes due to systemic oppression (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, etc.)
60-minute intake session: $45
50-minute therapy sessions: $45
To keep these spots available, Community Access rates are offered on a limited and time-bound basis.
I’m committed to making perinatal therapy accessible to anyone who needs it. To help make this happen, I offer a sliding scale fee structure based on the green bottle method. Use the checklist below to understand which tier you fall into.
If you were wondering…
FAQ’s
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Not at all. Many folks start therapy because they’re trying to understand themselves better or want support before things reach a breaking point. And reproductive experiences like pregnancy and postpartum tend to bring up a lot of feelings- so it’s a good idea to reach out early.
(If you are in crisis, contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262.)
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My office is in the Lower Garden District in New Orleans, near Coliseum Square Park. Street parking is readily available. Please note, my office is upstairs and (sadly) not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Babies are always welcome in session.
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Yes! Telehealth sessions are available across Louisiana. There’s one catch: due to licensing laws, clients must be physically located in Louisiana at the time of their session.
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It depends on what’s brining you in!
Most folks attend weekly or every-other-week sessions throughout pregnancy and “the fourth trimester” (12 weeks postpartum). After that, we’ll reassess to see if deeper or longer-term work would be helpful.
Clients who come to me for reproductive loss, infertility, birth trauma, or other concerns often need extra time to process and heal- usually sticking around for several weeks or months. We’ll reassess throughout, checking in often and adjusting as needed.
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I’m available for sessions on Mondays and Thursdays from 2pm - 8pm, and Fridays from 8am - 4pm.
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Not every therapist is the right fit for every client, and that’s okay! I like to consider our first 2-3 sessions as a “trial period” to determine if we’re a good match. After this time frame, I’ll check in to see if you feel comfortable moving forward. If not, I’m happy to connect you with trusted colleagues- no feelings hurt.
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You deserve a whole team of people supporting you- not one person trying to do it all. I can either be your doula or your therapist. If you’re interested in both forms of support, I’m happy to take on one role and connect you with trusted, vetted professionals for the other- let’s build your dream team!
Ready for real support?
(You deserve it.)
THERAPY FOR: PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUM / Reproductive tRAUMA / LGBTQ+ PARENTHOOD / menstrual health