About Olivia Ferguson
Hi! I’m Olivia Ferguson & I’m glad you’re here! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor in the state of Louisiana. A little bit about me before we get into the professional things- I am from Shreveport and have been here most of my life. I graduated from Byrd and went to Baylor where I got my undergraduate degree in Children & Family Studies. I was in Waco, TX for 4 years and then moved back to Louisiana and got my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. I then spent the beginning of my career working at the Gingerbread House, which I owe so much to because I learned not only how to be a therapist, but also learned so much about the person that I am. With that being said- I think it’s important that you know what you’re getting into when you enter into therapy with someone! Therapy with me is laid back but with a lot of reflection & insight. Being an expert in trauma, a lot of my approach focuses on looking at past experiences and how they’ve shaped your nervous system. I am a believer that our bodies hold more than we realize, and that calming an activated nervous system is a key to a more peaceful life.
I have focused most of my career in navigating trauma with individuals and families from many different backgrounds. I am passionate about not only helping individuals who have experienced trauma, but individuals who are experiencing any type of mental health crisis or transition in their life. I firmly believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship and that it is the foundation of counseling where trust and mutual understanding pave the way for positive change. My goal is to help my clients freely express their experiences, thoughts, and feelings with open and empathetic dialogue. Each therapy session is an opportunity for growth and a better understanding of yourself.
Therapy is the first step to cultivating meaningful change in your life. If you are ready to face that change, no matter what led you here, I am looking forward to being with you each step of the way.
I received my Bachelors degree in Child and Family Studies from Baylor University and my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) as well as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These two models of counseling are highly regarded in the field of trauma work.
