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Dr. Craig Anderson

Dr. Craig Anderson

LA Psychologist 1593 Louisiana

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Experienced psychologist focused on practical change

  • 20 years experience
  • Client-centered approach
  • Practical coping skills

About Craig

Dr. Craig Anderson is a doctoral-level psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He practices in Louisiana and offers talk therapy for people dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, substance use, and related struggles.

He keeps sessions practical and focused on the issues that matter most to each person. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client's lead and create a respectful, nonjudgmental space. He also draws on cognitive behavioral strategies and teaching from acceptance-based approaches when those tools fit the goals.

In therapy with him, people can expect clear, collaborative work. He uses supportive and directive interventions when they help move a person forward. Sessions often include talking through current problems, trying out new ways of thinking or coping, and setting achievable steps between meetings.

Dr. Anderson also addresses longer-term patterns such as personality concerns and self-harm risk when they are part of the presenting problems. He describes his style as both practical and empathic, aiming to strengthen day-to-day functioning and resilience.

Those who choose to work with him typically focus on recovery, managing symptoms, and improving quality of life. To begin, readers should follow the site process to match with him and schedule according to availability.

How therapy approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening carefully and following the client's priorities. In practice this means the therapist offers a respectful, nonjudgmental space and helps people clarify what matters most to them and what goals they want to work toward.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect personal values. It can help with anxiety, depression, grief, and patterns that get in the way of daily living.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. Together they can adjust methods over time if something is not helping.

Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example by cutting travel time, allowing shorter check-ins between commitments, or avoiding video when that is not desired. Many people find these practical benefits helpful when juggling work, caregiving, and daily tasks.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Personality disordersSelf-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Louisiana

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, anger, low self-esteem, grief, trauma and related issues listed in his specialties.

What is his general therapy style?

His approach is collaborative and practical, using Client-Centered Therapy along with cognitive and acceptance-based techniques when useful.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 20 years of experience working as a therapist and provides care from that background.

What are his stated credentials and location?

He is listed as LA Psychologist 1593 and practices in Louisiana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

Dr. Craig Anderson

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