Adults Therapists in Lafayette, LA

Offering individual, couples, and family counseling, psychotherapy, and hypnotherapy services to adults and adolescents. In collaboration, we will define and explore presenting problems that may be inhibiting personal growth, level of functioning, and/or overall wellbeing. Goals shall be formulated and a plan for achieving these goals established. My orientation is eclectic, drawing from evidence based practices such as Brief Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral, Existential, Clinical Hypnosis and Energy Psychology.

If you are motivated to make positive changes in your life, I am motivated to help. I enjoy working with a diverse group of clients including adolescents, adults , and families experiencing a range of issues. I aim to create a nonjudgmental environment in which you are open to explore and discuss anything you wish. We universally experience hardships in different ways and at different times in life. As a counselor, my goal is to help you learn to navigate those struggles and circumstances.

Welcome! I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthier level of well-being. My counseling style is respectful, supportive, and engaging. I work with adults , and couples. I offer therapy through my office, phone, and video chat. My areas of focus are in Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, OCD, Self Esteem, and Trauma.

Dr. LaFleur is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S), a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and a Counselor Educator at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents as well as Filial Play Therapy which is a parent training program designed to increase communication and build a stronger and healthier relationship between parents and their children.

Life can be messy and change so rapidly it can be hard to live a satisfying life. In sessions, I want to help you celebrate your successes, learn skills to help you regulate your emotions, and ensure you feel heard. I work with individuals, adolescents and adults that are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and adjustment issues.

As a therapist, I am intent on providing a safe space while my clients are on their way towards healing. I recognize the human need for connection and understanding. I approach psychotherapy with a trauma-informed lens, with a focus on believing that we are all resilient in our own way and reach our inherent goals at our own pace. Trauma-informed care is aligned with my values in a therapeutic relationship, focusing on client empowerment, trustworthiness, safety, and collaboration.

I work with adolescents and adults on anxiety, depression, transitions, and adjustments. As a LGBT allied counselor, I aim to support the associated challenges that my clients encounter within themselves, their family, and community. I also enjoy working with couples and individuals to make their relationships successful, enjoyable, and easier. In my work I have had powerful alliances and opportunities for professional growth from in-home counseling to in-patient mental health counseling to intensive outpatient counseling. In my work experience, I have found one thing in common: we all strive for meaningfulness.

Are you noticing any of these issues with your child?: Anxiety, stress, low motivation, lack of confidence, poor self control, body image issues, poor time management, poor decision making, academic problems, parent- teen problems, failure to excel, & more. These are real issues teens face. And although there are times it seems like they are happy, you as a parent know there is something wrong. You are worried about your child. You find yourself up late thinking about what will happen if things continue this way. You are right to be concerned. If not addressed these can lead to unhappiness, broken relationships, anxiety, depression

I have worked with children and adolescents with special needs and behavioral problems, adults and couples with relationship concerns, and individuals who have experienced anxiety, stress, anger, depression, and other life stressors. I have witnessed my clients build self-confidence and self-esteem, create boundaries in personal and professional relationships, and overcome the hurdles associated with experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress.

Julie has a strong desire to work with tweens, teens and the adults who support them. She also has a passion for working with caregivers, healthcare professionals and those living with extraordinary circumstances like chronic illnesses or disabilities. Julie supports her clients in their desire to foster healthy relationships by means of empowering her clients to navigate, prioritize and effectively communicate for a maximized healthy life balance. She believes personal growth and development can occur in all individuals open to acceptance and understanding of themselves and others.

My goal is for you to feel heard. I teach clients how to go with the flow of life and how to accept themselves with love. I use healing examples in nature as a guide for our own inner strength and peace. I welcome clients that have low self-esteem or feelings of unworthiness. I work collaboratively with them to overcome what they thought they could not. I love incorporating ecotherapy and its many benefits as well as play therapy interventions (which can be extremely beneficial even for adults because it uncovers difficult-to-express feelings and emotions). My approach is person-centered, existential, and stengths-based.

Welcome to KDH Counseling where we celebrate diversity in all its forms - neurodiversity, multicultural diversity, religious diversity, diverse sexual identities and orientations dealing with anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive behaviors, traumatic events, phobias, and depression. Our clinic is a sanctuary, carefully designed to delve into the depths of your inner world. Our evidenced based approaches combines goal-directed skills-building, trauma processing, strength building, and exposure work. It's not just about feeling better; it's about leading a truly authentic and fulfilling life.

"I am not what happened to me. I am what I CHOOSE to become." -Dr. Carl Jung... Trauma and circumstances do not have to define your life any longer. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor, I help people find a new purpose. Tell me your story and let me help you to develop healthier ways of coping with stress, anxiety, and depression. I also specialize in helping clients and families of clients who are experiencing substance use disorder or the effects of SUD on the family.

Paul works individually with adolescents (13 and older) and adults experiencing anxiety, anger, depression, grief, and difficulty adjusting to changing life circumstances.

You are deserving of peace, self-compassion, and fullness of life. Oftentimes, life's stress can cause deep emotional and physical pain, which may leave us unfulfilled, discouraged, and disconnected. My goal in therapy is to support and guide you as you learn ways to lift the burden from your shoulders to reclaim your joy, peace, and worthiness. I work with all populations including children as young as three, adolescents, adults , families, and couples. My approach to counseling is integrative and incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and a focus on empowering clients to identify their strengths and resources.

Deciding you want to come to therapy, finding the right therapist, and going to that first session with them is a stressful process. It can be hard to know what to expect. It's not easy to open yourself up to someone that's basically a stranger. I know this, and that's why my first goal when I meet any new client is always to create an environment where they can feel comfortable, vulnerable, and honestly themselves. Together we will walk through your struggle towards a future that inspires hope.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 21 years of experience in the social work profession. I have experience working with children in school settings and with children and families in the foster care system. I also have experience providing psychotherapy to adults . My approach is supportive, collaborative and reflective. I utilize evidenced based therapeutic approaches and provide direct honest feedback.

My practice incorporates creative and play therapy, but I am flexible in my approach depending on the needs of my client. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults , families and couples. Through nonjudgemental listening, I create a safe place to explore issues such as self-acceptance, coping with family or personal struggles and addressing behavioral issues . Some of the skills that I help my clients develop in session are: identifying emotions, improving coping skills, building communication and strengthening relationships.

Do you feel as though life is passing you by? Do you feel as though you are a stranger in your own body and home? Are you ready for something different in life, making room for new experiences? As your counselor, we can explore these and many other issues, on your personal path to wellness. Contact me today to begin this wellness journey. In-person and telehealth sessions are available.