Monica Stevens, Ph.D.LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Monica Stevens is a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in New Orleans. With postgraduate training in the Department of Psychiatry at Tulane University Medical Center, she offers compassionate, evidence-based care for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Dr. Stevens earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Florida in 2011 and completed a Post-Graduate Fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Tulane in 2012. Since 2013, she has served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Tulane, providing psychological services in schools, hospitals, juvenile justice centers, and community clinics. She also teaches undergraduates about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
With over twelve years in clinical practice, Dr. Stevens brings extensive experience working with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout her career, she has maintained a deep commitment to supporting individuals and families in creating meaningful change. She views learning about people’s lives as a privilege and takes a genuine interest in each client’s unique story. Her approach combines active, compassionate listening with science-backed techniques, recognizing that most people have an innate ability to understand and express what they need when they have the right support.
Monica Stevens, Ph.D. LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Monica Stevens is a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in New Orleans. With postgraduate training in the Department of Psychiatry at Tulane University Medical Center, she offers compassionate, evidence-based care for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Dr. Stevens earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Florida in 2011 and completed a Post-Graduate Fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Tulane in 2012. Since 2013, she has served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Tulane, providing psychological services in schools, hospitals, juvenile justice centers, and community clinics. She also teaches undergraduates about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
With over twelve years in clinical practice, Dr. Stevens brings extensive experience working with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout her career, she has maintained a deep commitment to supporting individuals and families in creating meaningful change. She views learning about people’s lives as a privilege and takes a genuine interest in each client’s unique story. Her approach combines active, compassionate listening with science-backed techniques, recognizing that most people have an innate ability to understand and express what they need when they have the right support.
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Stevens practices from an evidence-based perspective, integrating therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and developmental stage. Her work emphasizes:
- Compassionate Support: Providing engaged listening combined with practical, research-supported techniques
- Client Strengths: Believing in each person’s innate capacity for growth and change
- Collaborative Goal-Setting: Working together to identify and achieve meaningful outcomes
- Developmental Sensitivity: Adapting approaches to meet clients where they are
- Cultural Competence: Providing affirming care to LGBTQ+ individuals and families, and working from a racial justice allied perspective
Dr. Stevens recognizes that effective therapy requires genuine connection and trust. She creates a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Education & Training
Doctoral Degree
Ph.D. in Psychology
University of Florida, 2011
Postdoctoral Training
Post-Graduate Fellow in Clinical Psychology
Tulane University Department of Psychiatry, 2012
Professional Experience
Years in Practice: 12 years
Current Positions:
- Psychologist, The Terrebonne Group (2025-present)
- Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Tulane University School of Medicine (2013-present)
Previous Experience:
- Psychologist, Trauma and Grief Center (TAG), Children’s Hospital of New Orleans
- Psychologist, Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority
- Psychologist serving Orleans Parish school system
- Psychologist in inpatient and intensive outpatient psychiatric treatment facilities
- Psychologist in juvenile justice centers
- Psychologist in clinics serving the general community
Licensure & Credentials
Professional License:
Licensed Psychologist, State of Louisiana
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Stevens specializes in providing psychotherapy for:
Children & Adolescents
- ADHD and attention difficulties
- Anxiety and stress management
- Behavioral issues and oppositional defiance (ODD)
- Depression and mood concerns
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anger management
- School issues and academic concerns
- Self-esteem and identity development
- Peer relationships
- Grief and loss
Adults
- Anxiety and stress management
- Depression and mood disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Grief and loss
- Self-esteem concerns
- Coping skills development
Parenting & Family Concerns
- Parenting challenges and support
- Parent-child relationship difficulties
- Family dynamics and conflict
- Supporting caregivers
Children & Adolescents
- ADHD and attention difficulties
- Anxiety and stress management
- Behavioral issues and oppositional defiance (ODD)
- Depression and mood concerns
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anger management
- School issues and academic concerns
- Self-esteem and identity development
- Peer relationships
- Grief and loss
Adults
- Anxiety and stress management
- Depression and mood disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Grief and loss
- Self-esteem concerns
- Coping skills development
Parenting & Family Concerns
- Parenting challenges and support
- Parent-child relationship difficulties
- Family dynamics and conflict
- Supporting caregivers
Fees
Initial Consultation: $225
Individual Therapy (50 minutes): $200
Schedule With Dr. Stevens
Dr. Stevens welcomes new clients and offers both in-person therapy at the New Orleans office and secure online therapy for clients throughout Louisiana.
To schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Stevens, call (504) 864-0800 or send us your request through the form.
