Clinical Psychologist
Doctorate in Clinical and Health Psychology (child concentration), 2011, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
At Rise Center for OCD and Anxiety, Dr. Stevens provides in-person and virtual psychotherapy to adults with OCD and anxiety disorders.
Dr. Monica Stevens is a highly experienced clinical psychologist licensed in the state of Louisiana, known for her down-to-earth approach and commitment to evidence-based, collaborative care. Dr. Stevens established a strong educational foundation, earning her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi before completing her Master of Science and Doctorate of Philosophy in clinical psychology at the University of Florida (UF). Her love for southeastern Louisiana and deep appreciation for the unparalleled expertise in New Orleans’ academic medical community drew her to Tulane University School of Medicine. There, she completed her psychology internship and post-doctoral fellowship within the Department of Psychiatry. Appointed as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in 2013, she gained invaluable experience serving people from all walks of life across diverse clinical and academic settings. She remains professionally engaged as an Adjunct Professor at Tulane.
Her training at UF has prepared her to work with individuals across the entire lifespan, grounding her practice in the common experience of childhood. Her treatment approach is primarily evidence-based, thoughtfully balanced with humanistic and whole health practices. She understands that every individual is unique, emphasizing collaboration with clients and families to develop a personalized treatment plan. While some clients remain in therapy longer term, Dr. Stevens respects the commitment required for treatment and works diligently to achieve meaningful, lasting goals in a reasonable timeframe, actively monitoring progress to ensure the shared plan is effective.
In her personal life, Dr. Stevens values simple pleasures, including time with her multi-species family (humans, dogs, cat, and gecko), enjoying a sunny day with low humidity, playing a great video game, and cheering for a winning Saints season. She loves getting to know new people and approaches every new relationship with respect and humility, considering it a deep privilege to serve as a psychologist.
Associations
Louisiana Psychological Association
American Psychological Association