Free & Affordable Therapy in Metairie, LA
Four free mental health therapy sessions, followed by affordable sliding scale care.
Accepting New Clients
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Accepting New Clients ✳︎
Therapy shouldn’t be something you have to put off because of the cost.
Community Cares is designed for people who want therapy but may not be able to afford traditional therapy rates. The program could be a good fit if you or your child is experiencing anxiety, depression, school stress, or trauma.
The psychotherapy sessions are provided by our graduate level intern, Lily. She is ready to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to process what is going on.
Lily
Availability: Accepting New Clients
Works With: Kids, Teens and Young Adults (ages 5-25)
Lily is a graduate level MSW intern at Tulane University who is providing therapy through this program. She is under the supervision of both Kandis and Mary Elizabeth, our other licensed clinicians.
Lily is passionate about helping others and has a special interest in helping kids who need therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma.
Community Cares Social Worker
What you can work on…
Depression & Low Mood
You can get to the root of what brings you down and start finding healthier ways to deal with stress, dread and overwhelm.
Anxiety & Excessive Worry
You can to gain control of your thoughts and emotions so your panic and fear stop getting in the way of your goals.
Confidence & Self-Esteem
You can handle challenges or negative feedback without completely falling apart.
How it works:
Schedule your Consultation
You can ask any questions you have and we can make sure your needs are a good fit for the program.
Start with Four Free Sessions
Share your history, set your goals and get to know Lily. Your first four therapy sessions are completely free of charge.
A $50 deposit is required to reserve your place in the program. This is not an additional fee - it will be credited towards your future sliding scale sessions.
Continue therapy at a rate that fits your budget.
If you would like to continue after your first four sessions, you’ll work with your therapist to determine a rate that fits your budget.
Who is eligible?
Kids, Teenagers and Adults (ages 5-25)
Uninsured, underinsured or unable to pay for the full cost of therapy
Louisiana Residents
What happens after 4 sessions?
If you and Lily decide that continuing therapy is a good fit, you’ll discuss an affordable sliding-scale therapy rate based on your financial situation.
You are not required to continue therapy after the four free sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions about our Free Therapy Program
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Yes. Chand Counseling's Community Cares Program provides four therapy sessions at no cost to eligible clients. After the four free sessions, clients may continue therapy at an affordable sliding-scale rate based on their financial circumstances.
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If you would like to sign up for our Community Cares Program, please click this link to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
This will give you the chance to learn more about the program, ask questions and determine whether the program is a good fit for you.
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Community Cares is for Louisiana children, teens and young adults (ages 5-25) who want mental health therapy but may have difficulty affording traditional therapy rates.
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Eligible Community Cares participants receive four therapy sessions at no cost with Lily, a graduate-level MSW intern from Tulane University who provides services under the supervision of licensed social workers.
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The first four therapy sessions are provided at no cost. A $50 deposit is required to reserve your place in the program. If you continue therapy after your four free sessions, the $50 deposit is credited toward your future sliding-scale therapy sessions.
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If you decide to continue therapy, you and your therapist will determine a sliding-scale rate based on your financial circumstances. Continuing therapy after the four free sessions is not required.
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Yes. The Community Cares Program is designed to make therapy more accessible to people who may have difficulty affording traditional therapy rates. No insurance is required for the program.
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Community Cares may be appropriate for kids, teens and adults seeking support with depression, anxiety, school stress, test anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, trauma and other mental health concerns.
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Therapy through Community Cares is provided by Lily Brady, a graduate-level MSW intern at the Tulane University School of Social Work, under the supervision of licensed social workers at Chand Counseling.
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Community Cares therapy is provided by a graduate-level MSW intern under the supervision of licensed social workers.
If you are specifically looking for therapy with a fully licensed clinician, Chand Counseling offer traditional therapy services with licensed providers. Full fees or insurance benefits apply.
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Community Cares therapy is offered through Chand Counseling’s office at 700 Papworth Ave, Suite 205, Metairie, Louisiana.
Virtual therapy is also available across the state of Louisiana.
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No, any individual located in Louisiana is eligible to participate. Virtual sessions are available for individuals for which driving to the office would not be practical.
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Yes. Clients who choose to continue therapy after their four free sessions can work with their therapist to determine an affordable sliding-scale rate based on their financial circumstances.
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Potentially, yes. Community Cares may be appropriate for kids, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and suicidal ideation. A consultation helps determine whether the program is an appropriate fit for your needs.
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Use this link to schedule a free 15 minute consultation. You will have an opportunity to discuss what you’re looking for, learn how the program works, and determine whether Community Cares is a good fit.
