Shavez Pinestraw, M.S., PLPC, NCC
Hammond, LA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I'm a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor who is dedicated to helping teens, adults, and couples.
"Therapy: because life doesn’t come with a manual."
As a Black male therapist, I know how important it is to have a safe space where you can truly be yourself. I’m here to create that space for Black men, where you can open up without fear of judgment. I also provide a welcoming environment for the LGBTQ+ community and for those who are questioning or curious about their sexuality, where we can explore these important aspects of your identity together.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship issues like communication struggles, emotional distance, and infidelity. If you're dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to support you too.
My approach is all about working together in a way that feels real and comfortable for you. But I’ll also gently push you out of your comfort zone when needed—because that's where real growth happens. Whether you’re looking to heal, strengthen your relationships, or just find a better path forward, I’m here to help you along the way.
License
License(s)
Board certification
Professional associations
Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Southeastern Louisiana University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$50 - $100Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Humana
- Out of Network
- Medicaid
- Self-Pay Only
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Betrayal Trauma
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Bullying
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Divorce Mediation
- Family Conflict
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Identity
- Stress/Stress Management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Single Parents
- Hispanic or Latino
- Biracial
- Black
- Trauma Survivors
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
Languages
- English
Website and social media