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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA


Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA
Navigate postpartum changes with compassionate providers in Lafayette who specialize in perinatal mental health. Headway's network of 233 providers offers flexible scheduling, often available within days, to support your emotional wellbeing during this significant life transition.
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
Kayla, a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health, recognized the profound disparities in access to mental health care within BIPOC communities. Inspired by a vision of creating a space where healing is both inclusive and affordable, she founded Helen’s Project with the belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of their background or financial situation.Helen’s Project operates on the principle that culturally competent and empathetic mental health care is essential for holistic well-being. The organization collaborates with a diverse team of mental health professionals who not only possess clinical expertise but also understand the unique cultural nuances and challenges faced by the BIPOC community.
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
I believe everyone needs help from time to time.
I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.
I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in Louisiana.
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, or feeling stuck, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences without judgment.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Hello, I’m Ashley Nelson. I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and therapist dedicated to helping individuals move from surviving to truly thriving. With a background in psychiatric nursing, emergency medicine, and specialized training as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), I bring over a decade of diverse healthcare experience, blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of human resilience in the face of crisis. My practice focuses on supporting adults, children, and families through life’s challenges — including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and the unique stressors faced by military members, first responders, nurses, and other helping professionals.
I have a deep passion for working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and complex trauma, providing a safe, compassionate space where healing feels possible. My approach blends evidence-based psychiatric care with practical, real-life strategies, empowering clients to reclaim their sense of control, rebuild confidence, and create lives that feel meaningful again.
With additional licenses in Louisiana, Utah, Arizona, Tennessee, and Florida, I can see patients via telehealth from across the country.
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Humana Medicare Advantage, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Curative,
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Humana Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Humana Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
As a licensed mental health professional, I believe that prioritizing our mental and emotional well-being is the foundation of a sustainable and healthy life. Over the past ten years in this field, one thing I’ve consistently learned is that simply having someone to talk to can be one of the most challenging parts of the therapeutic process.
I am here to offer safety, empathy, and practical strategies that support you in thriving the way you desire
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Lafayette, LA



- 100%Maternal mental health
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 86%Women's issues

- 99%Aetna
- 99%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 56%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 55%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 99%English
- 4%Spanish

- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online

- 96%Woman
- 4%Man

- 34%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 15%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 43%Family therapy
- 31%Couples therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
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