Parenting therapists in Lafayette, LA
Browse Parenting therapists in Lafayette, Louisiana. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Parenting
Melissa LaCour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Parenting is one of the most humbling experiences a person can have — and one of the least supported. I work with parents navigating the emotional weight of raising children, particularly adoptive and foster parents whose parenting journey carries layers that traditional parenting resources rarely address. Whether you're trying to understand a child's behavior through an attachment lens, navigating conversations about identity and belonging, or simply trying to show up for your family while also taking care of yourself, this is a space where parenting's real complexity gets the attention it deserves.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Lafayette, LA 70503
Online in Lafayette, LA
Parenting
RENEE GUSMAN
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.S., L.P.C.
Children are wonderful gifts and parenting can be a joyful experience. However, often parents need assistance to help them through difficult times. As a trusted, experienced professional I can provide assistance developing strategies to increase parental effectiveness. Improved parenting skills can be beneficial to ward off difficulties before they become unmanageable.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lafayette, LA
Parenting
Renewed Life Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, Tonya Ramsey, MS., LPC, NCC, CCTP
As a parent, you face unique challenges every day, and I'm here to help you navigate them with confidence and compassion. My therapy practice specializes in parenting, offering support and strategies that empower you to foster deeper connections with your children while enhancing your own well-being. Whether you're dealing with behavioral issues, navigating developmental stages, or simply seeking a better work-life balance, I provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, learn effective communication techniques, and develop healthy family dynamics. Together, we can create a tailored approach that honors your values and promotes a nurturing environment for your children to thrive.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lafayette, LA
Parenting
Shawn Gautreaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Worked with parents in order to help them manage a variety of challenges associated with raising well developed and thriving children. I have been working with parents for 20 years helping them develop plans, establish goals, utilize and develop techniques, as well as provide some educational support, Examples include: behavior management, managing time on technology, emotional issues, developing healthier lifestyle, etc.
25 Years Experience
Online in Lafayette, LA
Parenting
PSYCHe, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
If it’s therapy between multiple family members that you need, we have therapists with experience.
Family therapy can be a great place to start or the perfect place to “end up.” When one member of the family is having issues, it affects EVERY member. How each person copes with problems is unique. If there is one thing a family therapist might share it would be this: When each person works to “own their part,” change is more likely to occur. Sometimes, it works best if individual therapy comes first—there may be a history of misunderstandings that need to be worked through before you all get together in the same room. Family therapy is even possible online. Each member can join from separate rooms, or they can sit together—just like in person. Learning the basics of healthy communication, identifying hidden resentments, and exploring unspoken family “rules” can be tough, but absolutely worth it. Let our therapists help to bring your family closer.
12 Years Experience
Online in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette is the hub of Acadiana and the cultural heart of Cajun and Creole Louisiana, a city where a deeply embedded community culture built around food, music, and social connection has historically provided many of the informal mental health benefits that formal therapy aims to achieve—but where this same cultural context can also make it harder to seek structured support when it is genuinely needed. The oil and gas industry has been the economic engine of the Acadiana region, and the boom-and-bust cycles of energy markets create recurring waves of economic anxiety, unemployment, and financial stress that drive spikes in mental health need. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has a psychology department and student counseling services, and a growing private therapy sector serves the professional class and university community. Common therapy concerns include economic and career stress tied to the energy sector, hurricane anxiety, anxiety and depression, family and relationship issues, and the challenge of seeking formal mental health support in a community that prides itself on getting through hard times together.
Parenting therapists in Lafayette, LA Statistics
Parenting therapists in Lafayette, LA average 17 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Family Systems Therapy (50%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (50%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Christian Counseling |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Gestalt Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 58% | Christian |
| 58% | Men |
| 50% | Military / Veterans |
| 42% | Jewish |