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