Dr. Mirfat Addi , LPC

Dr. Mirfat Addi is a licensed professional counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and relationship or family tensions. She practices in Louisiana and offers services in English and Arabic. Her style aims to be respectful, direct, and practical so people can feel heard and make steady changes.

She uses short-term tools and longer-term strategies depending on what the client needs. Sessions often include clear goals, moments to practice new habits, and time to talk about painful experiences like trauma, grief, or major life changes. Dr. Addi adapts conversations to each person's situation instead of following a one-size-fits-all script.

Her background includes six years of professional counseling experience and she holds the LPC credential. That experience informs an approach that balances present-focused skills with attention to feelings and life stories. She draws on evidence-informed methods to help people set realistic steps toward change.

Clients can expect straightforward guidance, help sorting priorities, and practical coping strategies. Dr. Addi pays attention to issues often raised by women, including body image and relationship stress, while addressing broader concerns like substance use and anger.

Therapy can take different forms according to what someone needs. Conversations may be focused problem-solving sessions or deeper work on past hurts and personality patterns. The pace and focus are set together so people can move forward at a rate that fits their life.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that reflect their values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and decisions during life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior and trying different actions to reduce symptoms. It often helps with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, mood concerns, and coping skills. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so clients feel understood and can find their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, what has or hasn’t worked before, and preferences for practical tools versus deeper exploration. Together they adjust methods over time so the work stays useful and relevant.

Online formats here include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful when visual cues help the conversation. Phone sessions can work well when lower bandwidth is needed or a simpler check-in is best. Live chat and messaging let people send short updates, ask quick questions, or fit a session into a busy day. These options make it easier to schedule sessions across time zones and for international clients while keeping the focus on progress and flexibility.