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Top therapists in Lafayette, LA accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Lafayette across neighborhoods like Broussard, Duson, and Scott. Headway connects you with 851 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help reduce your out-of-pocket costs.

Chad Franks

Chad Franks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away

102 Coulee Shore Drive, Lafayette, LA

“Having personally experienced major life changing events, I believe there are numerous paths to your personal recovery.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Sarah Palmer

Sarah Palmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away

143 Ridgeway Drive, Lafayette, LA

“When dealing with major life changes, grief and other challenges, I walk alongside clients on their journeys, giving them the space to explore and acknowledge their pain in order to move toward a place of peace.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss,

Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Hannah Broussard

Hannah Broussard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away

143 Ridgeway Drive, Lafayette, LA

“My goal as a counselor is to help you navigate through uncharted or choppy waters while still maintaining peace of mind and instilling hope that brighter days are just over the horizon.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Orellana

Holly Orellana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away

850 Kaliste Saloom Road, Lafayette, LA

“I believe in creating a therapeutic space that is unique and individualized to your needs; no two people are the same!”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

ZaDora Williams

ZaDora Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away

514 Guilbeau Road, Lafayette, LA

“I guide individuals on holistic trauma-responsive healing journey that honors the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Dr. Shavondali Cawthorne

Dr. Shavondali Cawthorne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

224 Saint Landry Street, Lafayette, LA

“I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care with an emphasis on creating a supportive, respectful space where clients feel heard and involved in their treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Shawdyah Fuselier

Shawdyah Fuselier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away

1604 West Pinhook Road, Lafayette, LA

“I believe therapy is a process of rediscovering self, clarity, purpose, and joy, and I hope to provide a safe, trusting place to guide you through life's adversities while creating a better quality of life.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jamie Yeats

Jamie Yeats

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away

143 Ridgeway Drive, Lafayette, LA

“I provide a warm, grounded space where clients feel safe to be honest, curious, and fully themselves.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Christine DesJardins

Christine DesJardins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away

143 Ridgeway Drive, Lafayette, LA

“I have focused my practice and studies on learning about trauma... This is of special interest to me because I have a background of trauma.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD,

Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Reed

Andrea Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away

850 Kaliste Saloom Road, Lafayette, LA

“My approach to therapy is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on building trust and rapport.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Vincent

Julie Vincent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away

913 Alfred Street, Scott, LA

“By creating a warm and friendly atmosphere, my clients can feel safe to process their emotions and explore tools for growth.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Joshua Primeaux

Joshua Primeaux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

143 East Main Street, New Roads, LA

“My goal is to empower you from a place where you are currently to where you can achieve your fullest potential.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christi Hunter-Brown

Dr. Christi Hunter-Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

4521 Jamestown Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA

“I believe healing is about more than symptom reduction. It's about rediscovering your strengths, restoring hope, improving relationships, and creating a life that aligns with your values and purpose.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Misty Humble

Misty Humble

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

37292 Market Place Drive, Prairieville, LA

“I offer a safe, therapeutic environment to discuss innermost thoughts and stressors without being judged or questioned.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Kimberly Allen

Kimberly Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5713 Superior Drive, Baton Rouge, LA

“My goal is to help you feel heard, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Avis Brown

Avis Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5536 Superior Drive, Baton Rouge, LA

“With a focus on mood disorders and trauma, I have 30 years of therapeutic expertise dealing with children, adolescents, adults, and families.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Joshua Murdock

Joshua Murdock

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have an eclectic approach to therapy as I believe that each client is different and requires different forms of treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Lawana Mabry

Lawana Mabry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take great pride in meeting my clients where they are, while helping them get to where they are trying to go.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Asia Brumfield

Asia Brumfield

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view therapy as a shared journey in which I bring my compassion, professional training/knowledge and understanding along to assist you on own path of self discovery growth and healing.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Haley Campbell

Haley Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Being a teacher has helped me bring different interventions into sessions to meet the specific needs of each of my clients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

John Zufall

John Zufall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My communication style tends to be laid back, which utilizes a person-centered approach that is collaborative with my clients during therapy.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Freddie Amos

Freddie Amos

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, LA


“I help individuals who are carrying the weight of confusing or painful spiritual experiences find clarity, healing, and freedom.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Challenging, Creative, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimana LeMaster

Kimana LeMaster

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in working with those who walk their own path—particularly LGBTQ+ individuals and those practicing ENM or polyamory, as well as those recovering from spiritual or religious abuse.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Yolanda Adams

Yolanda Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe you are the expert of your story and already hold many strengths that can help you overcome what challenges you.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Virginia Williams

Virginia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“If you're carrying trauma that still shows up in your body or your relationships, or you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community and tired of starting over with a therapist who doesn't get it, you're in the right place.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Justin Park

Justin Park

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy with me is a collaborative and grounded experience—one where you don't have to perform, impress, or have the "right" words.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Donna Blackburn

Donna Blackburn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am committed to helping you do more than survive. My goal is to teach you to dance - even in the rain!”

ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care,

Humorous, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a place of warmth and acceptance. I also know how important and healthy it is to laugh and celebrate accomplishments.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Kimberly Frazier

Dr. Kimberly Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am committed to guiding individuals on their journey to fulfillment and clarity.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Demerit Brown

Demerit Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“In therapy sessions, I assist clients in identifying goals for therapy, triggers for symptoms/behaviors, and any unhealthy behaviors and strategies that the client may be using.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Francis

Alisha Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Marrero, LA


“I like to use your weekly experiences as your homework to help open your mind to how your past experiences are affecting you today.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to help you gain insight into what's happening beneath the surface so you can move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Pace

Leah Pace

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life—and my role is to support you in rediscovering your strengths, finding clarity, and moving forward with intention and confidence.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Humana Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janay Morgan

Janay Morgan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

223 North Rendon, New Orleans, LA

“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe meaningful growth happens when clients feel both supported and challenged...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Leslie Southall

Leslie Southall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that every person deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to share their story.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Erin Burnham

Erin Burnham

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I show up with warmth, honesty, and zero judgment, so you don't have to filter or "have it all together" here.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am very consistent and like to identify notable strengths that will be used to reach Client Centered goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Monique Washington

Monique Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that people have more insight into their circumstances than than they give themselves credit for.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Cindy Pechon

Cindy Pechon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Having overcome many personal obstacles, I have first hand experience that allows me to truly empathize with others.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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About our therapists serving Lafayette, LA

Number of therapists serving Lafayette, LA
There are over 850 therapists in Lafayette, LA accepting new patients.
850+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 76%Relationship issues
  • 76%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 49%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 86%Woman
  • 14%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Lafayette

Searching for therapists in Lafayette starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. Lafayette therapists may work with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, therapy style, and experience match your needs. Bios can help you see whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

In a smaller city like Lafayette, local in-person options may be more limited than in larger metro areas, so virtual therapy can expand your choices across Louisiana. Some people prefer a nearby office in Lafayette, Broussard, Duson, or Scott, while others choose virtual sessions that fit more easily into their schedule. Beyond specialty, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how each therapist structures sessions and communicates with people they support.

Therapy in Lafayette can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps you see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. Headway connects you with licensed therapists who are accepting new patients, with many accepting a wide range of insurance plans. You can filter by location, insurance, specialty, availability, and virtual or in-person care, then review bios and book directly when you’re ready.

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