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Leotha Foster

Behavioral Health Therapist, Reiki Master Purple Lotus Wellness LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Reiki, Spirituality and Religion
In network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Humana

Introduction

Leotha is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, public health practitioner, and systems‑level innovator with 25 years of experience advancing behavioral health, holistic wellness, and health equity. As Director of Purple Lotus Wellness LLC, she leads a practice that integrates evidence‑based mental health treatment with culturally grounded healing modalities including Reiki, and herbal wellness to expand access to whole‑person care for diverse communities. Her career spans clinical leadership, program development, and quality improvement across correctional, hospital, community, and virtual care settings. She is licensed in Louisiana and holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of West Alabama and an Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University. She is also certified in TeamSTEPPS and trained in Six Sigma methodologies, equipping her to guide organizational change, strengthen care delivery systems, and implement data‑driven performance improvement initiatives. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Global Health Equity, her research examines how enculturation influences mental health outcomes, bridging cultural identity, psychological restoration, and equity‑centered care models. Her work is grounded in a commitment to reducing disparities, elevating culturally embedded healing practices, and designing innovative, community‑centered interventions that improve mental health outcomes for marginalized populations.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #7026 (LA)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Altered State of Consciousness
  • Vegetarian/Vegan
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • African Spirituality
  • Interfaith
  • Agnostic
  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Leotha Foster accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Humana

Pay out-of-pocket

Leotha Foster has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

2567 Allen Toussaint Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70122-5561
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FAQ

Is Leotha Foster accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Leotha Foster is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Leotha Foster offer telehealth appointments? Leotha Foster does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Leotha Foster specialize in? Leotha Foster specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Spirituality and Religion, and Trauma.
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