Business Details
Trauma-Informed Counseling Services in Louisiana
Issa Counseling Services is dedicated to improving mental health and overall well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. With specialized training in Brainspotting, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), our practice focuses on trauma, anxiety, and relationship therapy. Our founder, Mehwish Issa, brings over 11 years of clinical experience working with individuals facing severe mental illness, addiction, and immigration-related stress. We prioritize creating a safe, compassionate space for clients to process trauma and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Our services extend to Illinois, Louisiana, and Texas, offering virtual therapy sessions and immigration psychosocial evaluations.We emphasize personalized care, starting with free 15-minute consultations to ensure a strong therapist-client match. Our team maintains certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities and provides documentation for immigration cases, including U Visa, T Visa, and Asylum evaluations. We accept all insurance plans as out-of-network providers and offer flexible scheduling, including weekend appointments. Our commitment to cultural competence supports clients from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community. Through continuous professional development, we stay at the forefront of trauma-informed care to deliver effective, client-centered treatment.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Brainspotting Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Immigration Evaluation
Trauma Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 11+ years of trauma therapy expertise with evidence-based modalities
- Our founder provides culturally competent care as an immigrant herself
- We offer immigration psychosocial evaluations with quick turnaround times
- Our therapists maintain advanced certifications in multiple treatment approaches
- We provide multilingual support in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi
Associations and certifications
- Brainspotting Certified
- EMDR Trained
- IFS Level 3 Certified
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps process traumatic memories through guided eye movements. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, anxiety, and emotional distress from past experiences. Our certified therapists use EMDR to help clients reprocess trauma and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting identifies trauma stored in the brain-body connection. This neurobiological approach treats anxiety, chronic pain, and emotional regulation issues. Our certified practitioners help clients access and process trauma through focused visual positioning techniques.
Immigration Evaluation
We provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for immigration cases. These assessments document trauma impact for U Visa, Asylum, and Hardship Waiver applications. Our reports meet USCIS requirements with clinical diagnoses and future risk analysis.
Anxiety Counseling
Specialized anxiety treatment combines CBT, DBT, and somatic approaches. We address generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and stress-related conditions through personalized treatment plans. Our trauma-informed care helps clients develop practical coping strategies for daily life.
Relationship Therapy
We help improve relationship dynamics through evidence-based interventions. Our therapists address communication issues, attachment wounds, and conflict resolution patterns. Individual sessions focus on self-awareness and building healthier relationship skills.
People
Mehwish Issa
Founder & Therapist
Mehwish Issa, LCSW, specializes in trauma therapy with 11+ years of clinical experience. She founded Issa Counseling Services after working in senior mental health roles. Certified in Brainspotting, EMDR, and IFS, she provides immigration evaluations and trauma treatment.
Questions
What immigration evaluations do you provide?
We offer U Visa, T Visa, Asylum, and Hardship Waiver evaluations with expert documentation for immigration cases.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept all insurance plans as out-of-network providers and assist with claims submission.
Are virtual therapy sessions available?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions for clients in Illinois, Louisiana, and Texas.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our evidence-based modalities include EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and Polyvagal Theory.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free 15-minute consultations to help determine if our services match your needs.
