Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
Montray St. James, PLPC
Contact: montray@shieldofhopecounseling.com
Location: Covington Office/Telehealth
Education: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Session Rate: $110
Insurances Accepted: Supervisory Billing under Ellen Michel for UHC, UMR, Aetna, Cigna
Availability: T 10:00-4:00
Someone who has experienced trauma, addiction, or hardships that keep them from a flourishing life and who is ready to collaboratively work towards recovery and a fulfilling life
Ideal Clientele:
Specialized Populations:
Ministers
Counselors
Military
Areas of Focus
Ministry stress/Burnout
Spiritual Issues
Drinking Addiction/Substance Abuse
Christian Integration
Trauma
ADHD
Boundaries
Therapeutic Approach
EMDR
SITT
EFIT
CBT
“I'm a practicing addiction and trauma-focused clinician based in Louisiana. I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, where I developed a passion for integrating sound theology with evidence-based clinical care. I'm trained in EMDR, Story-Informed Trauma Therapy (SITT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). I enjoy helping individuals heal from trauma, overcome addiction, navigate spiritual concerns, and address the deeper wounds that often lie beneath life's struggles. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
Outside of the counseling office, you'll usually find me writing, collecting DVDs, taking cabin trips with my dog Sammy, or hosting friends for dinner. Walking alongside people as they pursue healing and lasting change is both an honor and a privilege, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to be part of their journey.”
Favorite Resources
Books
Addictive Thinkingby Abraham Twerski
The Practice of the Presence of Godby Brother Lawrence
Sacred Rhythmsby Ruth Haley Barton
Burnoutby Emily Nagoski & Amelia Nagoski
Safe Peopleby Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
Podcasts
I Married Your TherapistOn Purpose with Jay ShettyThe Diary of a CEO