Play Therapy in New Iberia, LA

We accept United Healthcare and Louisiana Healthcare Connections Medicaid (up to 18 years of age).

You have made it here & are taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life for yourself or someone you care about. In life, we all have struggles & need a non-judgmental, safe space to process. I provide mental health support to children & adolescents as they go through everything that life may offer them. I am here to assist through life transitions so that my clients can truly thrive in the present & be set up for success in the future. You may be searching for guidance while experiencing behavioral issues at home or school. You might have concerns about your child’s mood or behaviors that hinders their overall wellbeing.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Vaughn Therapeutic Collective. I work with children and adolescents who experience behavioral challenges, defiant behavior, adjustment, low self esteem, learning differences, and challenging peer relations. I have years of experience as a school counselor, consultant, and behavioral interventionist. I believe in working closely with caregivers and teachers to work towards therapeutic goals. I work with clients in a variety of formats including individual, group, and family sessions. My counseling approach comes from cognitive-behavioral, non- directive, and play based approaches.

The purpose of therapy is to restore the client to a healthy state of life by helping to remove barriers that may hinder this process. I specialize in the mental health care of children, adults, couples and families. My services include individual, group, marriage counseling and family therapy. Parent training, workshops, play therapy and prevention groups are also offered. I have twenty years experience working within the field of mental health. I utilize a number of therapeutic techniques and interventions that are tailored to the the client. I'm an Independent Assessor, Clinical Supervisor, mentor and consultant.

Hey everyone! I’m Gabby, a compassionate, dedicated, and creative counselor specializing in supporting individuals through life’s challenges. With a focus on both children and adults, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where  personal growth and healing can flourish.

I work with individuals and families who are experiencing mental health, marital issues, suicidal thoughts, grief, loss, and other issues that can be very challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Reducing your symptoms and improving your daily functioning is my goal. I provide support and counseling to clients from diverse backgrounds, personalities, and cultures. Services are delivered with respect, enthusiasm, and professionalism. Together you and I will collaborate to develop a treatment plan to meet your individual or family needs.

I believe that all people have the capacity to live well and to create the solutions they seek. My role as counselor is to hold the light as you find your own way. How do I do that? I create a warm, judgment-free space to be seen and heard, accepted and respected, challenged and nurtured. I offer a space where client and counselor work together using creative expression to make sense of thoughts and feelings and to gain clarity.

Life can be difficult for children and their parents. I have experience in both clinical and school settings working with children who experience anxiety, low self-esteem, peer issues, behavior issues, and adjustment to life events. Parent collaboration is essential to a child's growth and success in therapy, because you know your child best! I enjoy working with parents on creating structure, building a positive relationship with their child, and facilitating change.

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.

Brene Brown once said "Vulnerability is not knowing victory or defeat, it’s understanding the necessity of both; it’s engaging. It’s being all in." I approach a session in this way and I hope to help each client navigate this journey. Whether it is issues with depression, anxiety, family conflict, substance abuse, etc, I hope to help each client reach that balance. I use an eclectic counseling approach to meet the needs of every client. I also see children as young as 4 years of age and aim to help them explore their emotions through their own language.. play. I am currently licensed in Louisiana, Maine, and Washington!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Vaughn Therapeutic Collective. My counseling approach comes from both play therapy client centered and cognitive behavioral perspectives, I utilize modalities to meet my client's needs. I am passionate about the power of play and feel I am someone who possesses a youthful spirit that allows me to build a therapeutic relationship with a range of age groups.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, addressing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family issues, relationships, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, personality disorder, behavioral challenges, etc. I have 16 years of experience providing intensive outpatient counseling to individuals and groups. I strongly believe that counseling is a partnership between the therapist and the client, designed to arrive at the needed objectives and goals. Whereas the therapist has skills and training, the client is always the expert on themselves and their families. Only through working together with regard for the dignity and worth of each individual can challenges be alleviated and strengths enhanced.

Born and raised in Calhoun, LA Ronald was raised by his grandmother who taught him the importance of helping people. He realized we are not all fortunate enough to get the help we need when we need it. We may sometimes need a guiding light to help brighten our path. He decided to attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (ULL). He earned his Counseling in Training (CIT) and Certified Addictions Counseling (CAC) license. He earned his Master's from Grand Canyon University with a specialty in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ronald's road to helping others through counseling started while working in the field of addiction.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and creative, rooted in an appreciation and respect for each human being that chooses to work with me as they move towards greater wholeness in their lives. I see my role as offering support and guidance to help each person in their own unique process of growth and healing. I offer training in various skills that may be useful in the process, depending on the client’s individual needs. My approach is trauma-informed and rooted in cognitive skill building, mindfulness, expressive arts therapies, play therapy, systems theory, and somatic therapy.