Skip to main content Skip to bottom nav
Gretna, LA

Gretna, LA Local Support & Community Resources

Gretna, Louisiana, is a vibrant community characterized by its cultural diversity and a mix of suburban charm and urban influences. The city has seen economic shifts that affect housing affordability and employment opportunities, making accessible healthcare a priority for many residents. While Gretna boasts a sense of community, challenges such as income inequality and the aftermath of disasters like Hurricane Katrina contribute to underlying mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. The effects of economic stressors, compounding the demands of daily life, elevate the importance of mental health awareness. Thankfully, Gretna offers a wealth of mental health resources, including outpatient treatment, counseling, and support services tailored to the needs of individuals and families. Residents are encouraged to explore these local facilities to find the support they need, as each plays a crucial role in fostering resilience and well-being within this community.

Compassion Heals

Start your mental health support journey today.
Volunteer as a Listener Sign Up as a Member
Louisiana Listeners
View all
GentleListener777
L Supporter 7
3.5 star rating
Rating
hopefulTurtle7915
L Advanced 5
4.0 star rating
Rating
bccook
L Beginner 6
Gretna, LA Therapists
View all
Amma Pennick

Amma Pennick

Gretna, LA
Amma Pennick is a therapist located in Gretna, LA, who offers support to a diverse range of individuals. Pennick works with adolescents (13 to 18), adults (18 to 65), and elders (65+). Amma Pennick offers services in English (US). Amma Pennick specializes in addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, family stress, general well-being and mental health concerns, grief, LGBTQ+ related concerns, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationship stress, and challenges related to student life. Amma Pennick utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Existential Therapy, and Multicultural Therapy.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Student Life
View profile
Doris Green

Doris Green

Gretna, LA
Counselor, Mental Health
Doris Green is a dedicated Counselor specializing in mental health, offering services in Gretna, LA. She works with a diverse range of age groups, including children (5 to 10), preteens (10 to 13), teens (13 to 18), adults (18 to 65), and elders (65 and over). Her practice addresses a broad spectrum of concerns such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, family stress, general well-being and mental health concerns, grief, men's and women's issues, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), relationship stress, and weight management. Doris Green offers individual, group, and couples therapy, utilizing therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Positive Psychology. She provides all her services in English (US).
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Chronic Pain Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Relationship Stress Weight Management
View profile
Ashley Cross

Ashley Cross

Gretna, LA
Social Worker, LCSW
Ashley Cross is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Gretna, LA. She offers therapeutic services to individuals, specializing in support for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Ashley Cross utilizes several therapeutic approaches in her practice, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy. She provides services in English (US).
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma
View profile

Join Our Community

Thoughtful discussion in a caring environment by real people, about real issues.
Community Forum

Local Resources

Therapists

Gretna, LA

Search for a licensed therapist near you. Browse by specialty and different types of therapy to find the right counselor, therapist, psychiatrist or psychotherapist for you. If you’re unsure which therapist is the best fit, you can use our matching tool.

Browse listings

Treatment Centers

Gretna, LA

Local centers provide specialist support for a range of issues. Browse local centers and get in contact with them directly.

Browse listings

Housing Assistance

Gretna, LA

There are a range of local organizations that provide housing assistance. Search for shelters, non profits and more by location.

Browse listings

Food Pantries & Support

Gretna, LA

There are local organizations that provide free or low cost food to local residents and families. Find a food pantry, outreach or relief program near you and check opening times.

Browse listings

Churches & Faith Based Support

Gretna, LA

Churches and local faith organizations provide free and charitable support near you. You can also chat to one of their trained listeners on 7 Cups.

Browse listings
Online Therapist

Get support with online therapy

7 Cups therapists are vetted, licensed and highly experienced. Get matched with a therapist and start messaging them today.

Video Online Chat
Get started
There’s always someone ready to listen on 7 Cups
Chat with a listener Chat with a licensed therapist Browse listeners Health assessments Report an issue