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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette residents seeking addiction support can work with compassionate providers at Headway who specialize in alcohol use disorder, drug dependence, and behavioral addictions. Our platform offers personalized treatment plans using proven modalities including 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and acceptance-based approaches to help you achieve sobriety.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience working with adults. I approach therapy as a relational process, not a place where you come to be fixed. You’re not a problem to solve; you’re a person with a history, patterns that make sense, and a way of being in the world that developed for a reason.
Brandy Cooks is a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a deep commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care. With a unique blend of experience in both education and healthcare, Brandy is passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being and achieve their personal health goals.
I'm Debbie Whatley, a licensed professional counselor with a license in marriage and family therapy. My licenses are in the state of Louisiana, and I've been practicing for more than 20 years. My specialties include anger management, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationships, appropriate communication styles, boundaries, and treating clients who have experienced trauma.
I have been a LPC for over 10 years and have worked with a very diverse group of clients. They range in age from 6 to 60. I specialize in adolescents and trauma. I have also worked with depression, anxiety, personal relationships, parenting problems, addictions, emotional abuse, and physical trauma.
Hello. My name is Arcell Bodden. I received my Bachelor’s of Arts in psychology from the University of New Orleans and my Master’s of Education with a focus in counseling from Texas Southern University. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Louisiana and I am also board certified by The National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC). I have 15 years of experience working with clients dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, substance abuse, and anger.
My name is Yolanda Cockerham, and I am currently based in Louisiana, but I also see patients in the D.C. area. I grew up in New Orleans. I completed my Post Master’s Degree at Southeastern Louisiana University and am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am skilled in assessing and treating a variety of mental health disorders, including Anxiety/PTSD, Major Depression, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
Hi, I'm Mary Claire. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing virtually in both Florida and Louisiana. For the the past 25 years I've supported individuals in reclaiming their joy.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of experience in crisis care, substance use, and trauma work. I currently supervise the intake department at a behavioral hospital, where I regularly meet people during difficult moments and help them find steady ground. I work with adults navigating substance use, trauma, or other concerns, and I’ve found these experiences are often connected. My goal is to help you feel understood and supported.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Lafayette, LA



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 97%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 81%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 40%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 36%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%Vietnamese

- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online

- 77%Woman
- 23%Man

- 37%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 10%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 98%Individual therapy
- 45%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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