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Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC

Amber May Dugas

MS, PLPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
100 Coulee Shore Drive, Lafayette, LA 70503
Let's Connect (337) 409-8380
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Hi! I'm Amber and I am passionate about helping you as you navigate through difficult challenges in your life. I believe in the healing power of nature and that we are all connected. My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space that allows you to freely express yourself without judgment. I have experienced and overcome many hardships in my own life, including divorce. I feel that my purpose is to help others find their own unique path and flow. I hope to guide you towards discovery of your inner strength through providing insight, awareness, and support through your own unique journey.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples within a holistic framework. I provide insight into anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, divorce, inner child healing, self-empowerment, trauma, and spirituality. I utilize a combination of Ecotherapy techniques, power of the present moment, Imago Relationship Therapy for couples, and Brainspotting.
My hope is that you leave the counseling session feeling lighter than you did when you first walked in. Releasing your thoughts and negative energy allows your body and mind to begin to heal. Change does not happen overnight, but if you invest in the journey instead of the end result, you will begin positive transformations little by little.
Call or Amber May Dugas now for a free 15 minute consultation - (337) 409-8380

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Therapy Garden

100 Coulee Shore Drive

Lafayette, LA 70503 map

(337) 409-8380
I offer therapy sessions in-person within a calm environment: indoors, outdoors, or online via video. I am available Monday - Friday.
I specialize in Spirituality, Divorce and Life Transitions 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (337) 409-8380
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Therapy Garden

100 Coulee Shore Drive

Lafayette, LA 70503 map

(337) 409-8380
I offer therapy sessions in-person within a calm environment: indoors, outdoors, or online via video. I am available Monday - Friday.
I specialize in Spirituality, Divorce and Life Transitions 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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As a PLPC, I do not accept insurance, but I can provide a superbill for clients to send to their insurance company. Please reach out with questions, we're happy to explain more.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380
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As a PLPC, I do not accept insurance, but I can provide a superbill for clients to send to their insurance company. Please reach out with questions, we're happy to explain more.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Louisiana / 9960 Supervised by Courtney Miller (Louisiana / 6577) Amber May
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended University of Louisiana at Lafayette, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Earthbody Institute of California Level 1 Ecotherapy / 2023
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I have completed Level 1 of Imago Relationship Therapy. This is perfect for couples looking to understand behaviors, expectations & communication that they bring into the relationship. It also explores the energy environment that is created and shared. In addition, I also do outdoor nature session!
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380
"
I have completed Level 1 of Imago Relationship Therapy. This is perfect for couples looking to understand behaviors, expectations & communication that they bring into the relationship. It also explores the energy environment that is created and shared. In addition, I also do outdoor nature session!
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Spirituality
  • Divorce
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who are struggling with many unique and complex issues. No one story needs to be compared to another. Regardless of what we delve into, I will always address you as a loved individual and I will help you find ways inside yourself to feel and become empowered.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380
"
I work with clients who are struggling with many unique and complex issues. No one story needs to be compared to another. Regardless of what we delve into, I will always address you as a loved individual and I will help you find ways inside yourself to feel and become empowered.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380

2 Endorsements

Kathryn Dietzway-The Therapy Garden
Kathryn Dietzway-The Therapy Garden
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSWBACS
Amber is a passionate advocate for the people whom she serves in the therapy field. She is someone who learns not only for her clients, but for herself. She is authentically devoted to connecting to mind, body, soul and Earth.
Courtney Miller
Courtney Miller
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC-SCCTP
Amber is kind, passionate, curious, and willing to meet clients exactly where they are in life. Amber's ability to connect with her clients is incredible. She has a vast amount of experience with bringing nature into sessions for healing & growth.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Native American

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Imago
  • Jungian
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Reality Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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In our first session we will explore what brought you to therapy and then we will decide together the most appropriate ways to help you make progress in your life. Through an Ecotherapy informed lens I will help you make connections with nature and the life around you, as well as help you to discover your inner strength and power within.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380
"
In our first session we will explore what brought you to therapy and then we will decide together the most appropriate ways to help you make progress in your life. Through an Ecotherapy informed lens I will help you make connections with nature and the life around you, as well as help you to discover your inner strength and power within.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 409-8380

Location

Primary Location

The Therapy Garden

100 Coulee Shore Drive

Lafayette, LA 70503

(337) 409-8380

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions in-person within a calm environment: indoors, outdoors, or online via video. I am available Monday - Friday.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (337) 409-8380
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person within a calm environment: indoors, outdoors, or online via video. I am available Monday - Friday.
Photo of Amber May Dugas, MS, PLPC
Amber May Dugas
MS, PLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (337) 409-8380