- Client-centered therapy
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
About Esther
Esther Gorsha is an LCSW licensed in Louisiana with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression. She also addresses a wide range of related struggles such as grief, addiction, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Esther uses straightforward, person-centered conversations to help people notice what is getting in the way of daily functioning. She draws on client-centered therapy to focus on the person's perspective and on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thought and behavior patterns. Mindfulness and trauma-focused methods are also part of her approach when appropriate.
Sessions tend to be practical and goal-oriented. Esther helps people try small changes, practice new skills, and reflect on what works. She pays attention to how symptoms show up in everyday life, including panic, mood swings, chronic stress, and difficulties with intimacy or communication.
Over two decades of work in the field have given Esther experience with a broad range of issues. She supports people managing chronic pain or illness, caregiver stress, family of origin problems, and the fallout of separation or divorce. She also addresses fears, shame, and isolation that often come with mood and trauma-related concerns.
Esther asks people to begin by selecting the See online therapy options button and completing a short matching questionnaire. From there clients can schedule an initial session and discuss goals and practical steps forward.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client's perspective and personal goals. In practice this means the therapist listens carefully, reflects what she hears, and helps the client decide which steps to try next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; it often uses brief exercises and homework to practice skills between meetings. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, which can be useful for people who experience intense mood swings or panic.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss the options, your goals, and what feels doable. Together you will try methods that match your needs and adjust them as you learn what helps most.
Please confirm available session options before booking, as formats are not stated here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or letting people join from a quieter room at the office or home. Many people find that practicing CBT or DBT skills between sessions helps the work carry over into daily routines, and client-centered conversations help keep goals relevant to your situation.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression, among other topics.
What is her style in sessions?
She uses client-centered conversations alongside CBT and mindfulness tools, keeping sessions practical and focused on real-life changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of clinical issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Louisiana and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking by using the platform's scheduling steps.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.