With over 50 years of combined clinical experience, our team of doctors offer individual, couples and family psychotherapy as well as psychological testing and medication management services.
We are specialists in treating a wide variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
Through the use of self-reflection and self-examination, we help you identify patterns that lead to difficulties, so you can reduce your symptoms and have a happier, healthier life.
We work with people in intimate relationships—from romantic partners and married couples to full families—to nurture healthy communication, change, and development.
We prescribe psychotropic medications to treat a variety of mental health problems that impair healthy functioning. Medications may help you during a particularly difficult time, or may be needed on a long-term basis for persistent symptoms.
We examine ADHD and other learning issues through individualized assessment, and partner with schools, parents, psychiatrists, and physicians to apply our findings and recommendations.
Our team of experienced clinicians treat every patient with dignity, compassion and respect.
Dr. Berk earned her doctorate in clinical psychology at the New School for Social Research in New York City, and trained at Beth Israel and St. Luke’s Hospitals. She specializes in working with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds, socio-economic groups, gender identities and sexual orientations. In addition to individual psychotherapy, she conducts psychological assessments for learning disorders, ADHD and psychodiagnostic clarification.
Dr. DuPlantier holds a doctorate degree in Counseling and has over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. She believes that therapy inspires change by supporting self-awareness, insight, and growth which impacts and improves one’s life.She treats mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, ADHD, and supporting clients with social, emotional, education, and behavioral difficulties. Dr. DuPlantier has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Holy Cross where she trained and supervised other clinicians.
Dr. Major is a medical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in the New Orleans area. He was a professor at Loyola University from 2000 to 2006. He holds advanced degrees in clinical psychology and psychopharmacology. He specializes in medication for mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders.
Dr. Bolger completed her doctoral work in clinical psychology at The New School for Social Research, and her clinical training at NYU/Bellevue Hospital in New York City. She specializes in treating mood disorders like anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, and personality difficulties.
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Dr. Smith holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Gallaudet University. Her assessment services include psychological, psychoeducational, ADHD, and Autism diagnostic testing. In her therapy work, she specializes in treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, domestic violence/sexual assault, and relationship concerns.
Dr. Silverstein holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from Auburn University. She completed her clinical internship training at Emory University/Grady Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia and is an assistant professor at Loyola University. She specializes in treating and assessing trauma-related, mood, and psychotic disorders among adults with diverse backgrounds. She also provides educational and ADHD assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Major is a medical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the New Orleans area. He was a professor at Loyola University from 2000 to 2006. He holds advanced degrees in clinical psychology and psychopharmacology, and specializes in in mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders. He is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. DuPlantier holds a doctorate degree in Counseling and has over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. She believes that therapy inspires change by supporting self-awareness, insight, and growth which impacts and improves one’s life.She treats mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, ADHD, and supporting clients with social, emotional, education, and behavioral difficulties. Dr. DuPlantier has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Holy Cross where she trained and supervised other clinicians. She is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Silverstein holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from Auburn University. She completed her clinical internship training at Emory University/Grady Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia and is an assistant professor at Loyola University. She specializes in treating and assessing trauma-related, mood, and psychotic disorders among adults with diverse backgrounds. She also provides educational and ADHD assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults. She is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Wolfe is a postdoctoral fellow at Garden District Mental Health. Dr. Wolfe earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Wright Institute in Berkeley, California and trained in the Division of Trauma Recovery Services, UCSF at San Francisco General Hospital. Dr. Wolfe’s previous research interests lie in intergenerational trauma and attachment. She welcomes working with clients facing a range of life stressors and concerns. Dr. Wolfe offers individual therapy to teens, young adults and adults. She is currently accepting new clients.
Emily is a graduate from University of Georgia and currently finishing her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health at Saybrook University. Drawing on a variety of professional and life experiences, she specializes in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feelings of unfulfillment. She believes therapy allows clients to explore their inner selves and gain insights that promote personal growth and a stronger sense of self. Emily, a native New Orleanian fosters a safe and compassionate space for self discovery using emotionally focused therapy (EFT).
Dr. Shaw received her training in school psychology at LSU in Baton Rouge and completed a clinical internship at LSU Health Sciences in New Orleans as an infant/child clinician. Sam provides treatment and assessment services to children and adults that are culturally affirming and trauma-informed, for a range of diffculties including behavioral, mood, and relational. She is currently accepting new clients.
Gina received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Holy Cross. She comes from a diverse array of training and life experience, and works from a collaborative approach. She is passionate about helping promote healing, resilience, and growth. She works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. She is currently accepting new clients.
Paul earned his master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice from Columbia University and completed his internship at the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center in New York. He believes in the importance of insight and helps clients achieve lasting change by exploring their unconscious conflicts and interpersonal patterns. As a clinician, Paul specializes in issues related to anxiety, attachment and personality. His research interests include psychoanalytic theory and assessment. He is currently accepting new patients.
Mia holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Louisiana State University and is finishing her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Holy Cross. As a therapist, Mia adopts a person-centered approach, fostering self-awareness, facilitating positive change, and providing a supportive space for clients to process their experiences. She has worked with individuals facing PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, career transitions, and familial challenges. Her experience spans children, young adults, and older adults, and she welcomes clients from all backgrounds. Mia is currently accepting new clients.
Dr. Anen is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy for individuals. He holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from the Graduate Center - City University of New York (CUNY) in addition to an undergraduate degree from Princeton University. He currently is Adjunct Clinical Faculty at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) as well as the Program Chair for the Society for Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychology (SPPP), Division 39 of the American Psychological Association. He also serves on the editorial board for the Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association. Dr. Anen has previously held positions on the Board of the New Orleans-Birmingham Psychoanalytic Center (NOBPC) and as the Co-Chair for the 2018 Annual Spring Meeting of SPPP. He has also been Project Director at the Trauma and Addiction Project (TAP) within the City College of New York. While earning his doctoral degree, Dr. Anen received an Enhanced Chancellor's Fellowship in addition to the Vera Paster Community Award for efforts within his program along with the Barmack Prize for best empirical dissertation. In 2025, Dr. Anen received the Leadership Award from the Society for Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychology (SPPP), Division 39 of the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Chiasson is a postdoctoral fellow at Garden District Mental Health with a background in outpatient, inpatient psychiatric, medical rehabilitation, and college counseling settings, including psychodiagnostic assessment with children and adults. He holds master’s degrees in clinical psychology and earned his doctorate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. During his internship at SUNY Upstate Medical University, he provided therapy across hospital and university settings and received specialized training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. Dr. Chiasson primarily works from psychodynamic and emotion-focused perspectives, incorporating Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) alongside CBT, DBT, and ACT as needed. His clinical interests include depression, suicidality, interpersonal trauma, and questions of meaning, identity, and connection. His research centers on the therapeutic relationship, which he cultivates in therapy by creating a warm, collaborative space where clients feel known and understood. He is currently accepting new clients.
Dr. Lauren McClintock is a dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience delivering psychological services in hospital and community-based settings. She is passionate about integrating evidence-based therapies to promote recovery, enhance well-being, and support long-term healing across diverse populations. Dr. Lauren completed her Post-Doctoral work at Ochsner Medical Center, where she provided psycho-oncology and integrated primary care interventions, collaborating closely with medical teams to identify and treat psychological concerns early and effectively. She specializes in trauma-informed care, psychodiagnostics, and addiction treatment, drawing on training in CBT, ACT, DBT, and CBT-I. Her clinical journey has taken her through high-acuity environments including hospitals, correctional facilities, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics. She has treated individuals across the lifespan, working with complex trauma, developmental disabilities, chronic illness, and serious mental illness. Dr. Lauren holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute and an M.B.A. in Non-Profit Management from the University of Kent. She has also contributed to research in emotion regulation, behavioral neuroscience, and cognitive functioning. Her professional experience is enriched by a strong commitment to service, having honorably served in the U.S. Army overseas.
