- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Bertrille
Bertrille Hookfin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Louisiana with 22 years of experience. She has worked with children and adults and has provided therapy for people with special needs. She lists many concerns she helps people with, including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, addictions, and blended family issues.
Bertrille favors an eclectic, client-centered approach that begins by meeting people where they are. She references a Carl Rogers idea that accepting who we are can open the door to change. In practical terms she listens first, then uses methods that suit the person’s goals and situation.
Her work incorporates methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness approaches, and Motivational Interviewing. These tools are used alongside client-centered conversation to address specific problems like sleep or eating issues, anger, low self-esteem, or coping with life changes.
She has experience across a broad range of concerns, including ADHD, bipolar challenges, gender dysphoria, attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, and first responder issues. She also notes work with blended family issues and family of origin concerns that affect adulthood.
People who choose her can expect practical conversations about what is happening now and what changes are possible. The focus is on clear steps and collaborative decisions rather than abstract theory or jargon.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the client says. It helps with relationship worries, parenting stress, and decisions about blended households by clarifying values and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It provides practical skills for anxiety, sleep or eating problems, anger, and coping with life changes through small experiments and homework.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps people process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It is often used when trauma or abuse is a central concern and can be adapted for layered problems like grief or long-term stress.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist helps the person identify goals and tests different methods to see what fits best. Sessions evolve based on what is helpful, and adjustments are made when needed.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or avoiding the need to be on camera for every visit. Licensed professionals can use these practical arrangements to keep therapy usable alongside work, school, or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship and family issues, and blended family issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
The approach is eclectic and client-centered. She starts by listening and then uses techniques such as CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing as appropriate.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working with both children and adults and with people who have special needs.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.