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Best Clinical Social Workers in Slidell, LA (2026)

31 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Slidell: Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC, RP Score 64/100; 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.

  2. 29

    Most-reviewed: Safe Harbor Clinic, 76 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 31 ranked; ranked #29.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

31 Slidell clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 31 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Slidell at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Slidell at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC644.4★ (9)SlidellSat · EveningsOverall
2Donna J. Silner, LCSW612.7★ (3)New Orleans, 28 mi away——
3Cynthia Amie, LCSW-BACS604.6★ (9)Slidell——
4Brewer Jane604.0★ (4)Metairie, 30 mi away——
5John S. Talley, LCSW595.0★ (6)Bogalusa, 35 mi away——
6Daniel A. Glaser, MSW, LCSW595.0★ (3)New Orleans, 33 mi away——
7Changing Directions LLC563.7★ (3)Gretna, 29 mi away——
8Jessica Irving-Marin, LCSW-BACS555.0★ (6)New Orleans, 31 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Helen Stavros, PhD, LCSW535.0★ (10)New Orleans, 31 mi away——
10Angie Simonton, LCSW Therapist with The Uptown Counseling Center534.4★ (7)Mandeville, 20 mi away——

The 31 best clinical social workers in Slidell, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Slidell

    #1 Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC

    Based in Slidell

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    557 Fremaux Ave, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC(985) 771-1742

  2. #2 Donna J. Silner, LCSW

    Based in New Orleans, 28 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5615 Wimbledon Ct, New Orleans, LA 70131
    View profile for Donna J. Silner, LCSW(504) 392-1021

  3. #3 Cynthia Amie, LCSW-BACS

    Based in Slidell

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11:30 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    3408 Pontchartrain Dr, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Cynthia Amie, LCSW-BACS(985) 259-9786

  4. #4 Brewer Jane

    Based in Metairie, 30 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    804 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001
    View profile for Brewer Jane(504) 832-0602

  5. #5 John S. Talley, LCSW

    Based in Bogalusa, 35 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    420 Ave F, Bogalusa, LA 70427
    View profile for John S. Talley, LCSW(985) 732-0058

  7. #7 Changing Directions LLC

    Based in Gretna, 29 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 Whitney Ave. Ste 613, Gretna, LA 70056
    View profile for Changing Directions LLC(504) 875-4137

  9. #9 Helen Stavros, PhD, LCSW

    Based in New Orleans, 31 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
    View profile for Helen Stavros, PhD, LCSW(504) 842-3000

  10. #10 Angie Simonton, LCSW Therapist with The Uptown Counseling Center

    Based in Mandeville, 20 mi away

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    700 Mariners Plaza Dr Ste 704A, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for Angie Simonton, LCSW Therapist with The Uptown Counseling Center(985) 317-4319

  11. #11 Robert Menuet, LCSW

    Based in Metairie, 29 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 6 PM–9 PM · Sat 4 PM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2820 Athania Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70002
    View profile for Robert Menuet, LCSW(504) 219-1446

  12. #12 Kristin Fahey LCSW

    Based in New Orleans, 23 mi away

    52/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Pauline Dr, New Orleans, LA 70126
    View profile for Kristin Fahey LCSW(912) 398-3206

  14. #14 Ashkins Cindy PHD, LCSW

    Based in Metairie, 30 mi away

    50/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–2 PM · Tue 9 AM–1 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    doc4relationshiips.com, 141 Avalon Way, Metairie, LA 70001
    View profile for Ashkins Cindy PHD, LCSW(504) 606-6011

  16. #16 Irena Schmidt, LCSW

    Based in Destrehan, 33 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5817 Citrus Blvd Ste M, Elmwood, LA 70123
    View profile for Irena Schmidt, LCSW(504) 290-0236

  17. #17 The Social Work Agency, LLC

    Based in Chalmette, 26 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    908 W Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA 70043
    View profile for The Social Work Agency, LLC(504) 900-1965

  19. #19 Heather Black, LCSW

    Based in Long Beach, 36 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5095 Beatline Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560
    View profile for Heather Black, LCSW(228) 223-2205

  20. #20 MPower Healing

    Based in Picayune, 18 mi away

    48/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    124 Kirkwood St, Picayune, MS 39466
    View profile for MPower Healing(601) 799-9500

All 31 clinical social workers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

clinical social workers in Slidell, ranks 26 to 31
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Restoration Counseling Center - New Orleans444.2★ (5)28 mi
27Children's Bureau of New Orleans444.0★ (12)29 mi
28New Orleans Psychotherapy Associates432.8★ (4)28 mi
29Safe Harbor Clinic434.2★ (76)36 mi
30Nolatherapy - Lisa Tahir425.0★ (4)31 mi
31Access Health Louisiana Administrative Office412.2★ (9)33 mi

Also serving Slidell

20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked clinical social workers serving Slidell
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Anna Olinde, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Slidell
Ashley Clark Comegys, LCSW5.0★ (2)29 mi
Brendan Turner LCSW Counseling & Consulting5.0★ (1)27 mi
Brigitte Emanuel5.0★ (1)In Slidell
Cindy CD MC Nitt LLC5.0★ (2)In Slidell
Deanna R. Miles, LCSW5.0★ (1)29 mi
Dianne Markel, LCSW5.0★ (2)33 mi
Douglas Pool MD, Elsa Pool PhD, LCSW5.0★ (2)29 mi
Functional Therapy Services LLC: Teri Groves, MSW-LCSW, ACSW, BCD5.0★ (2)20 mi
Honey Estapa, LCSW3.0★ (2)31 mi
Julie S. Plustache, LCSWIn Slidell
Keith Chazin, LCSW LLC5.0★ (1)28 mi
Maureen Dombourian, LCSW, ACSW5.0★ (2)29 mi
Rebecca Trimble, MSW, LCSW5.0★ (1)17 mi
Salus Robert5.0★ (2)28 mi
Tammy Bayard, MSW5.0★ (1)29 mi
The First Step Youth & Family Services 25.0★ (1)29 mi
therapy fxIn Slidell
Thomas R. Boone Jr, PhD3.0★ (2)18 mi
Virginia Danelle Fleming, LCSW3.0★ (2)28 mi

How we ranked Slidell clinical social workers

We scored 31 Slidell clinical social workers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Slidell data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a clinical social worker

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Clinical social workers in Slidell: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Slidell?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Slidell, LA is Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC with an RP Score of 64/100. It has 4.4★ from 9 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Donna J. Silner, LCSW (#2) and Cynthia Amie, LCSW-BACS (#3) follow. We ranked 31 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Slidell?

RankedPsychologists ranks 31 clinical social workers serving Slidell, LA. 2 of them are based in Slidell; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which clinical social workers in Slidell work on weekends?

6 of 31 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Shannon S. Blestel, LCSW, APEX COUNSELING, LLC (#1), Jessica Irving-Marin, LCSW-BACS (#8) and Robert Menuet, LCSW (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Slidell clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 31 rated clinical social workers in Slidell is 4.4★, with a median of 6 reviews. Safe Harbor Clinic has the most, 76 reviews, and ranks #29. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do clinical social workers outside Slidell count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Slidell city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can clinical social workers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are clinical social workers in Slidell ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Slidell

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 31 clinical social workers serving Slidell.

More clinical social workers and Slidell pages