Therapy for Superheroes
who feel exhausted, overwhelmed and are ready to take off their cape.
Seeing clients inside our Metairie, LA office or virtually across Louisiana, Alabama and North Carolina.
Everyone looks to you to solve their problems, fill their needs and be their hero.
When will it be your turn?
You feel alone but cannot ask for help.
You get angry over the slightest inconvenience.
You doubt your abilities or value to others.
You can’t take on more, but you can’t say no.
You are too tired to do anything for yourself.
You don’t know how much longer you can keep this up.
You are not broken. Your nervous system needs a break.
You deserve a therapist who understands.
It’s not enough to revisit your situation over and over. You need someone who will dig deeper to figure out how you got here and why you feel the way you do.
At Chand Counseling, we are passionate about helping our clients uncover the things that drive their day-to-day decisions.
Imagine if…
Someone asks you to do something you don’t want to do… and you say no.
You stop feeling resentful and start to feel in control of your time and energy.
At the end of your day, you let go of the to-do list and take time for you.
You get the rest you need so you are able to show up as your best self.
You can receive negative feedback without letting it ruin your entire day.
You know your worth and can see areas for growth without forgetting your value.
It starts with the right support
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Kandis Hunt
LICENSED MASTERS SOCIAL WORKER
Works With: Adults and Couples
Specialties: Burnout, Religious OCD, Anxiety, Christian Counseling, and Relationships
States: Louisiana
Availability: Accepting New Clients
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Mary Elizabeth Wilkes Chand
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Works With: Adults
Specialties: C-PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety and Burnout
States: Louisiana, Alabama and North Carolina
Availability: Limited Availability
Life is hard. Starting therapy should be easy.
What comes next?
Connect Let’s schedule a free 15 minute consultation so you can ask questions and decide if one of our therapists is the right therapist for you.
Process We will set individualized goals based on what is bothering you the most and then work towards achieving those goals each week.
Transform We will work to gain clarity and balance so you can make the changes you need to live the life you want for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We specialize in helping adults and couples navigate:
Anxiety and Chronic Stress
Depression and apathy
Trauma and Complex PTSD
Relationship challenges
Life transitions
Professional and personal burnout
Self-esteem and perfectionism
While these are our general areas of expertise, all treatment is tailored for each individual client.
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Our therapists use evidence-based approaches including:
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Trauma-informed therapy
Attachment-based approaches
Rather than simply treating symptoms, we work to understand the underlying patterns keeping you stuck so healing can be more lasting.
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Finding the right therapist matters. If you are not sure who would be the best fit for you, we would encourage you to complete the consultation form and we can help you figure it out.
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You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Many people come to counseling because they're feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, or weighed down by past experiences. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, develop healthier coping skills, and create lasting change.
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Yes! We offer secure virtual therapy sessions for clients throughout Louisiana, Alabama, and North Carolina.
Online therapy provides the same quality care as in-person counseling while allowing you to attend sessions from the comfort of your home.
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Yes. We offer in-person counseling sessions at our Metairie, Louisiana office for clients who prefer meeting face-to-face.
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At this time, we are credentialed to accept the following commercial plans:
United Healthcare (including UMR)
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Humana
Please see each therapist’s profile for additional information on who accepts your insurance plan.
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The length of therapy depends on your goals and the concerns you're addressing. Some clients come for a few months to work through a specific issue, while others choose longer-term therapy for deeper healing from trauma or long-standing relationship patterns.
Together, we'll regularly evaluate your progress and adjust your treatment plan as your needs change.

