The best way to predict your future is to create it.
Abraham Lincoln
Our Philosophy
At Balanced Life Therapy, LLC, we believe that everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance.
Our Approach
Balanced Life Therapy, LLC uses a variety of evidence-based techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices, to help our clients overcome negative thought patterns and behaviors. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health, addressing both the mind and body.
Our Team
Shomaya McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana with 14 years of experience in mental health working as a counselor, crisis therapist, counselor supervisor, and case manager. She has worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger struggles, interpersonal problems and focusing struggles.who specializes in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. She is dedicated to providing personalized care to each of her clients, and committed to ongoing training and education to stay up-to-date on the latest research and techniques.
Her therapy style is informal and relaxed. She believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She may be a good fit for you as a therapist if your symptoms are mild to moderate or if you might just want to have an outlet to express yourself, work through attachment issues in relationships, talk about stress, managing stress, pinned up emotions, burn out at work, frustrations and disappointments you otherwise might not feel comfortable discussing with friends or members of your family.
The therapeutic process comes with a variety of different techniques that therapists have learned and even provide as a niche. Shomaya's niche is active listening and providing feedback and making a person feel safe and comfortable to be themselves and change whatever aspect they want to change of themselves. Helping you to see that there are alternatives and it's never too late to go in a new direction.
If you want to uncover trauma, deep rooted emotional baggage from your childhood, Shomaya may not be the best fit at this time. However, if you want to discuss matters related to work stress, relationship and communication problems, LGBTQ+ concerns. processing emotions, coming to terms with parenting, out of control children, issues within the family, forgiving someone who caused pain to you, getting through a breakup or divorce, infidelity, navigating common changes, then we might be a match!
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, we at Balanced Life Therapy are here to support and empower you to be your best self and overcome whatever issues that are the most concerning to you.
We look forward to working with you!
Unlock Your transformation with Balanced Life Therapy, LLC
Anxiety Counseling
Our anxiety counseling services are designed to help you overcome fear, stress, and anxiety. Our licensed therapists provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies to manage your anxiety.
Depression Counseling
Our depression counseling services can help you overcome feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. Our experienced therapist can provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies to manage your depression.
Stress Management Coaching
Our life coaching services can help you achieve your personal and professional goals. We can offer guidance, support, and motivation to help you identify your strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve success in all areas of your life.
Anger Management Counseling
Our anger management counseling services can help you manage and control your anger in healthy ways. Our experienced therapists provide guidance and support to help you identify the root causes of your anger, develop coping skills, and improve your relationships with others.
LPC-Supervision
Our Board-approved Supervisor can provide supervision and mentorship to counselors who are in the process of gaining clinical experience. I will soon offer personalized one-on-one and group supervision sessions focused on ethical practice, professional development, and fostering a supportive learning environment. This involves regular meetings, case reviews, and guidance on therapeutic techniques. We can meet and determine if we would be a good fit.
Court-ordered Evaluations
Balanced Life Therapy, LLC offers psychosocial assessments for individuals who require an evaluation of their mental state and capacity. Our services are primarily targeted towards clients referred by Judges, probation officers, or other parties seeking to gain awareness of an individual's psychosocial status. We use a variety of screenings, including depression rating scales, alcohol use assessment, substance abuse screening, PTSD screening, and others to determine the severity of symptoms and provide a diagnostic assessment based on the DSM 5 criteria. Our goal is to assist individuals in obtaining emergency evaluations needed to determine their psychosocial status or diagnosis.
Consultation for Mental Health Rehab Centers
Balanced Life Therapy, LLC offers consulting to rehab centers that provide psychiatric services to individuals with mental health diagnoses that interrupt daily living. If your company is in need of a consultant to conduct assessments and/or treatment planning, we are here to help. This role will be considered a non-employee role with a designated amount of hours per week per the agency's need. Please reach out today to schedule a time to discuss your business's needs.