
Innovative Approaches
Counseling Center,LLP

3013 New Highway 51
Suite B
Laplace, LA 70068
The therapists of Innovative Approaches Counseling Center will be temporarily offering
virtual/tele-health sessions ONLY to address concerns related to COVID-19.
Please feel free to contact your therapist to learn more about the benefits of Telehealth Services.
We thank you for your support as we continue to monitor the situation.
Our Founders

"Transforming your thoughts will transform your life!"
Nyoki Cosey-Brown, LCSW-BACS
Director of Clinical Operations
Master of Social Work, Southern University at New Orleans
Co-founder of Innovative Approaches Counseling Center
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Board Approved Clinical Supervisor as credentialed by the Louisiana, Kentucky, Arizona, and Tennessee Board of Social Work Examiners. I am a certified Triple P Positive Parenting Program Provider. I have significant proficiency in working with Geriatrics, Veterans, Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Chronic Homelessness, Individuals, Families, Chronic Mental Illness, and Cognitive therapy. My vast knowledge of clinical approaches and interventions has allowed me the opportunity to become a change agent in the lives of individuals requesting assistance with making life transitions. My focus consists of providing evidenced based practices that will impact families significantly and provide long term positive changes. I specialize in Grief counseling, Adolescent/Child Treatment, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Behavior Modification Strategies. My extensive knowledge of mindfulness techniques, and REBT/CBT interventions will assist you with making optimal life transformations!

"Make the life you have the life you want!"
Candice Sorapuru, LCSW-BACS
Director of Clinical Services
Master of Social Work, Tulane University School of Social Work
Co-founder of Innovative Approaches Counseling Center
As a lifelong resident of Louisiana with strong family ties in the River Parishes, I have always been committed to helping my community. I began my education at the University of New Orleans where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. I received my Master of Social Work degree from the prestigious Tulane School of Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor as designated by the Louisiana Board of Social Work Examiners. I am a certified Triple P Positive Parenting Program Provider.I have over thirteen years of experience working in the social service field in areas of mental health, sexual abuse, domestic violence, geriatrics and case management. My practice settings have included hospitals, non-profits and community health centers. I believe in a Client-Centered approach to therapy and utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Mindful techniques. I take evidence-based approaches and present them in creative ways to keep clients engaged. As part of my generalist practice, I have extensive experience in Play Therapy with children and adolescents, treatment of Anxiety and Depression, end of life therapy, and treatment with survivors of abuse.