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Available both in-person and online
1117 Kirkman Street Lake Charles, LA 70601
Life can be overwhelming. Whether you're facing recent loss, fear of the unknown, or challenges in relationships, finances, family, or career—or maybe you need a little encouragement from an understanding and empathetic counselor—Lake Area Counseling is here for you. We are a Christian counseling clinic and believe Jesus Christ is, ultimately, the hope for every difficult situation and every lingering wound. Grounded in Biblical principles, our counselors come from a variety of faith backgrounds with one common goal: ministering hope and healing through Christ. For non-religious clients, we also offer traditional therapy options.
We offer compassionate, clinically-sound counseling with evidence-based practices and the option to integrate a clear Biblical framework for those who want to incorporate their faith. Our team of compassionate clinicians serve kids, teens, individuals, couples, and families in a variety of life challenges and transitions.
Feel free to call, text, email, or visit our website for more information.
Call or Lake Area Counseling & Wellness now for a free 15 minute consultation - (337) 509-3319

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1117 Kirkman Street

Lake Charles, LA 70601 map

(337) 509-3319
Website
We offer individual and couples' telehealth after hours and on weekends for your convenience. Call, text, or email us for more information.
I specialize in Christian counseling, Life Transitions and Marital and Premarital 
$69 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Let's Connect (337) 509-3319
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1117 Kirkman Street

Lake Charles, LA 70601 map

(337) 509-3319
Website
We offer individual and couples' telehealth after hours and on weekends for your convenience. Call, text, or email us for more information.
I specialize in Christian counseling, Life Transitions and Marital and Premarital 
$69 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $69
  • Couple Sessions $100

Payment Methods

Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Session fees range from $69 to $150 depending on clinician. Our counselor intern is $30 per session. Call, email, or visit our website for details.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 509-3319
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Session fees range from $69 to $150 depending on clinician. Our counselor intern is $30 per session. Call, email, or visit our website for details.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 509-3319

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Joel Daugherty

  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Louisiana / 6535 Joel Daugherty
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (337) 509-3319
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (337) 509-3319

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Christian counseling
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Do these issues align with your needs? or (337) 509-3319
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Do these issues align with your needs? or (337) 509-3319

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Intervention
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We typically use an eclectic mix of treatment modalities tailored specifically for each client. Call or email us for more information on treatment methods.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 509-3319
"
We typically use an eclectic mix of treatment modalities tailored specifically for each client. Call or email us for more information on treatment methods.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (337) 509-3319

Location

Primary Location

1117 Kirkman Street

Lake Charles, LA 70601

(337) 509-3319

Nearby Areas

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We offer individual and couples' telehealth after hours and on weekends for your convenience. Call, text, or email us for more information.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call for a free consultation now - (337) 509-3319
"
We offer individual and couples' telehealth after hours and on weekends for your convenience. Call, text, or email us for more information.
Photo of Joel Daugherty - Lake Area Counseling & Wellness, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Lake Area Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call for a free consultation now - (337) 509-3319