Dr. Tanya Harrell, LPC
Compassionate counseling for purpose and resilience
- Trauma informed support
- Meaning and values focused
- CBT based coping skills
About Dr. Tanya Harrell
Dr. Tanya Harrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who supports people as they navigate the natural ups and downs of life - including seasons marked by sadness, anxiety, or major change. She understands that at certain moments, outside perspective can make a meaningful difference, and her aim is to offer steady, practical help that meets clients where they are.
Across her counseling career, Dr. Harrell has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of concerns. Her experience includes supporting adults and children who have lived through domestic violence, rape, and other forms of trauma. She has also provided counseling services to homeless families and children, work that has deepened her understanding of the human experience and strengthened her commitment to an accepting, informed approach.
In sessions, Dr. Harrell often draws from existential and humanistic traditions, encouraging clients to explore meaning, values, and direction while moving toward a life that feels purposeful. She also incorporates principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and practice new ways of responding. With a compassionate and empathetic style, she prioritizes the counseling relationship and works to understand each concern from the client’s perspective, tailoring support in a way that honors individual strengths and potential.
Across her counseling career, Dr. Harrell has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of concerns. Her experience includes supporting adults and children who have lived through domestic violence, rape, and other forms of trauma. She has also provided counseling services to homeless families and children, work that has deepened her understanding of the human experience and strengthened her commitment to an accepting, informed approach.
In sessions, Dr. Harrell often draws from existential and humanistic traditions, encouraging clients to explore meaning, values, and direction while moving toward a life that feels purposeful. She also incorporates principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and practice new ways of responding. With a compassionate and empathetic style, she prioritizes the counseling relationship and works to understand each concern from the client’s perspective, tailoring support in a way that honors individual strengths and potential.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Tanya Harrell have?
Dr. Tanya Harrell has 7 years of experience providing counseling and support.
Is Dr. Tanya Harrell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Tanya Harrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is LA LPC 5628.
In which languages does Dr. Tanya Harrell provide therapy?
Dr. Tanya Harrell provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Tanya Harrell located?
Dr. Tanya Harrell is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Dr. Tanya Harrell as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Tanya Harrell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Dr. Tanya Harrell work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Tanya Harrell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Tanya Harrell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most up-to-date pricing, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well Online
Dr. Tanya Harrell integrates approaches that can be especially practical in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients identify patterns that keep them stuck and practice new responses that better fit their day-to-day life. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult thoughts or feelings while taking steps aligned with personal values, which can be helpful when stress, anxiety, or life transitions feel overwhelming. She also draws from Client-Centered Therapy, creating a supportive space where clients can explore concerns at their own pace and clarify what they want to change.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Harrell works collaboratively with clients to understand what they are facing, what their goals are, and what style of support feels most helpful. Over time, sessions can adapt as needs shift, whether the focus is coping skills, self-understanding, or strengthening relationships.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to get support from home, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and choose a format that matches comfort level and communication style.