How Many Counseling & Mental Health Practices Are in Jefferson Parish?
As of 2023, Jefferson Parish has 54 counseling and mental health practices, or 1.2 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #8 of 19 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is above the Louisiana statewide rate of 1.0 per 10,000.
The count is unchanged from 2018, when there were also 54.
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Counseling & mental health | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Parish | 54 | 432,484 | 1.2 | #8 of 19 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 469 | 4,621,025 | 1.0 | — |
| Lafayette Parish | 63 | 245,075 | 2.6 | #1 of 19 |
Counseling & mental health in nearby places
| Place | Counseling & mental health | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans metro area parent metro | 126 | 1.3 | #3 of 10 |
| Orleans Parish | 70 | 1.9 | #2 of 19 |
| St. Charles Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Lafourche Parish | 6 | 0.6 | #15 of 19 |
| St. Bernard Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Plaquemines Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson Parish a competitive market for counseling and mental health practices?
Jefferson Parish has more counseling and mental health practices per resident than 56% of the other 18 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 1.2 per 10,000 residents is above the statewide rate of 1.0. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Jefferson Parish compare to Lafayette Parish?
Lafayette Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 63 counseling and mental health practices, or 2.6 per 10,000 residents, about 2.2 times the rate in Jefferson Parish (1.2).
Other industries in Jefferson Parish
- Plumbing & HVAC contractors
- Electrical contractors
- Insulation & drywall contractors
- Roofing contractors
- Landscaping services
- Pest control services
- Law offices
- Accounting & CPA firms
- Insurance agencies
- Real estate brokerages
- Dentists
- Chiropractors
- Physicians' offices
- Home health care
- Assisted living facilities
- Veterinary services
- Full-service restaurants
- Hair salons
- Fitness centers
- Auto repair shops
- Hotels & lodging
- Remodeling contractors
- Cleaning services
- Auto body shops
- Physical therapy clinics
- Painting contractors
- Flooring contractors
- Moving companies
- Locksmiths
- Pool services
- Tire shops
- Used car dealers
- Towing services
- Property management
- Mortgage brokers
- Title companies
- Funeral homes
- Trucking companies
- Self storage
- Optometrists
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Jefferson Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 621330, establishments) and American Community Survey 2023 five-year population estimates. Establishments are locations, not companies; home-based and self-employed businesses without paid employees are not included. Change compares 2023 with 2018. See the methodology.