Dr. Bernell Elzey Jr., LPC, NCC

Dr. Bernell Elzey Jr., LPC, NCC Dr. Bernell L. Elzey Jr. is a Counselor Educator in New Orleans, LA, with a Ph.D. from the University of Holy Cross and M.A.

in Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana. He is Teaching Faculty at Antioch University.

ASCA here I come!!!
07/02/2026

ASCA here I come!!!

As someone who has served students in Louisiana and now prepares future counselors nationwide, I find that National Scho...
02/04/2026

As someone who has served students in Louisiana and now prepares future counselors nationwide, I find that National School Counseling Week is a powerful reminder that our work is not just about academic support. It is about leadership, advocacy, and building systems that allow every student to succeed

This year’s theme, School Counselors Amplify Student Success, means that our commitment must extend beyond words into action. If our school counseling program is truly committed to serving every student, then no student should feel pushed to the margins, unheard, or alone in their journey, and we must intentionally ensure that opportunity is shaped not by zip code, background, or circumstance, but by equitable access, meaningful support, and an unwavering belief in each student’s potential.

School counseling programs amplify student success by standing firm in today’s complex social and political climate. That includes advocating for students of different racial and cultural backgrounds, multilingual and immigrant families, students with disabilities, LGBTQ+ students, first-generation college-bound students, and those navigating poverty, trauma, or housing instability. While policies and public conversations may shift, our professional responsibility remains steady. We protect student dignity, promote belonging, and ensure access to academic, social-emotional, and postsecondary opportunities.

Here in Louisiana and across the nation, students are facing growing academic demands, mental health challenges, and uncertainty about the future. Through classroom lessons, small groups, individual counseling, and family partnerships, we build skills for learning, relationships, resilience, and life. We do this not only as helpers, but as leaders who shape school climate and culture.

As Bob Marley reminds us, “One love, one heart… let’s get together and feel all right.” That message reflects the heart of school counseling. When schools center care, unity, and collective responsibility, students thrive.

So today, remember this. You belong here. Your voice matters. Your story matters. And our school counseling program exists to support, protect, and empower you. Together, we will continue to amplify student success by building schools where every student has the opportunity to rise, lead, and shine.

✨ Happy New Year from Dr. Elzey and Conscious Therapy & Wellness ✨As we step into this new year, we’re inviting you to s...
01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from Dr. Elzey and Conscious Therapy & Wellness ✨

As we step into this new year, we’re inviting you to slow down, take a breath, and begin with intention.

Our theme for this year is ✨ Honoring the Whole You ✨.

At Conscious Therapy & Wellness, we believe healing is not about fixing yourself; it’s about recognizing, valuing, and caring for all of who you are. Your emotions, identity, lived experiences, strengths, and struggles all deserve space. This theme reflects our commitment to holistic, culturally responsive, and strength-based care that honors mind, body, spirit, and story.

Under the leadership of Dr. Bernell Elzey, Jr., our work continues to center on humanity, dignity, and belonging, whether through counseling, consultation, wellness education, or community engagement. Healing happens when you are fully seen, and that is the foundation of everything we do.

As we begin the year, our January focus is Awareness & Self-Compassion. This is a time to gently notice what you’re feeling, how you’re showing up for yourself, and where kindness towards yourself may be needed most. No rushing. No pressure. Just awareness, grace, and care.

We’re also excited to share that our new Conscious Therapy & Wellness website is officially live! 🌿

www.conscioustherapyandwellness.org

It’s a refreshed space designed to reflect our values, our services, and our commitment to honoring the whole you.

Here’s to a year of healing, intention, and wholeness.

All of you belongs here.
Dr. Elzey

🕊️ Remembering 9/11 24 years later!!!Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the c...
09/11/2025

🕊️ Remembering 9/11 24 years later!!!

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the communities reshaped by the tragedy of September 11, 2001.

I still remember where I was, a 3rd grader in social studies at McDonogh 42. Our teacher rolled in the box television, and what we thought was going to be “movie day” quickly shifted into something unimaginable. We watched the news in silence as the events unfolded, not fully able to understand the weight of what we were witnessing. That day became etched into my memory, shaping my understanding of grief, resilience, and how collective trauma can alter the fabric of a nation.

As a Black psychotherapist, educator, and owner of Conscious Therapy and Wellness, LLC, I hold space not only for the lives lost on that day but also for the ripple effects of trauma that continue. The aftermath of 9/11 also revealed inequities in how grief, patriotism, and belonging were defined, too often excluding Black, Brown, Muslim, immigrant, and marginalized communities. Our remembrance must hold both compassion and truth: honoring the victims, supporting survivors, and challenging the injustices that followed.

🕊️ To the families who lost loved ones, we honor your grief.

💚 To the survivors and first responders, we honor your courage.

🌍 To our communities, we commit to building a world where healing, justice, and belonging are possible for all.

Today, let us recommit to the words “never forget,” not as a slogan, but as a practice of remembrance, compassion, and a more profound commitment to justice in how we care for one another.

📚 September 8 – International Literacy DayEmpowering Minds. Transforming Futures.As a Black psychotherapist and educator...
09/08/2025

📚 September 8 – International Literacy Day
Empowering Minds. Transforming Futures.

As a Black psychotherapist and educator, I recognize literacy as more than reading and writing; it is liberation. Literacy opens doors to education, opportunity, self-expression, and healing. It equips individuals not only to succeed academically but also to advocate for themselves, navigate systems, and tell their own stories.

For children, teens, and adults, literacy is directly tied to mental health. The ability to understand and articulate thoughts reduces shame, builds confidence, and fosters resilience. In our communities, where systemic barriers too often limit access to equitable education, promoting literacy is a form of justice and empowerment.

On this International Literacy Day, let us remember:
🧠 Literacy strengthens mental health and identity.
📚 Inclusive education must affirm all cultures, languages, and voices.
🌍 Literacy is a human right and a tool for social change.

Every book read, every journal entry written, every story told is an act of growth and power. As we celebrate this day, let’s continue building communities where literacy is nurtured, access is expanded, and every person can thrive.

As a Black psychotherapist and educator, I hold this month with deep reverence. Su***de is a public health crisis that t...
09/08/2025

As a Black psychotherapist and educator, I hold this month with deep reverence. Su***de is a public health crisis that touches every community, but its weight is especially heavy in Black and Brown communities, where stigma, systemic inequities, and lack of access to affirming care often silence our pain.

Su***de prevention is not just about intervention; it’s about connection, compassion, and creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and safe.

In my work with students, clients, and families, I’ve learned that silence can be deadly, but conversation can save lives. This month is a reminder that we all have a role to play:

🧠 Normalize talking about mental health; it is health.
🤝 Check in on one another, even when everything seems “fine.”
💬 Challenge stigma in our communities by centering love, not shame.
🌱 Advocate for access to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.

In today’s social and political climate, conversations about race, identity, and mental health are too often silenced; this work is even more urgent. Our survival depends on being able to tell the truth about our struggles and to receive care without fear or judgment.

To anyone carrying the weight of despair: You are not alone. You are worthy of life, healing, and hope.

📞 If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Help is available.

This month and always, let us commit to building communities rooted in care, connection, and justice, because prevention begins with belonging.

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✋🏾 August 13 – National Left-Handers DayCelebrating Uniqueness, Creativity, and PerspectiveAs a Black psychotherapist, e...
08/13/2025

✋🏾 August 13 – National Left-Handers Day
Celebrating Uniqueness, Creativity, and Perspective

As a Black psychotherapist, educator, and proud left-hander, today I celebrate the uniqueness of those of us who navigate a world built for the right-handed.

Being left-handed is more than a fun fact; it’s a daily reminder that difference shapes perspective. Research shows that left-handers often develop heightened creativity, adaptability, and problem-solving skills from learning to thrive in spaces not designed for them. For me, it’s also been a metaphor for my work: honoring and uplifting those whose voices and experiences are often overlooked.

In mental health and education, we talk about meeting people where they are—and being left-handed has taught me that “where they are” sometimes means adapting, innovating, and finding new ways to succeed. That same principle applies to creating inclusive, affirming spaces for students, clients, and communities.

Today, I honor all the left-handers, past and present, who’ve embraced their difference as a strength. And I invite everyone to reflect on how we can better celebrate and accommodate the diversity in how we think, create, and move through the world.

To my fellow lefties: Keep leading from the left; you bring a unique light to the world.

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