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Casey Robinson

Casey Robinson

Lafayette, LA
Casey Robinson is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor based in the Lafayette area, with 16 years of dedicated experience in the field of Social Work. Her extensive expertise encompasses working with individuals of all ages, from children to seniors, navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. Casey has a strong background in foster care and mental health systems, alongside her recent focus on hospice and palliative care, where she has supported families through the profound journey of grief and loss. Committed to fostering growth, Casey partners with her clients to empower them in realizing their full potential and achieving the quality of life they seek. With a warm and understanding approach, she is devoted to helping others thrive.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief
Martin Romero

Martin Romero

Lafayette, LA
Martin Romero is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor, with extensive training and life experience. He has a track record of helping individuals navigate life issues and challenges. Martin is dedicated to assisting clients in overcoming unhealthy relationships, unfinished business, and unpleasant emotions. By working together, he aims to develop effective solutions and coping skills that empower clients to lead healthier, happier lives. His approach encourages building successful relationships, resolving hurtful behaviors, and nurturing positive self-worth, confidence, and success. Martin draws from his own journey as a recovering addict, celebrating 39 years of sobriety and clean time. With significant experience as a family and couple counselor, including collaborations with DCFS and the courts, he is also a certified foster parent and EMDR trained for trauma treatment. His background as a pastor influences his work as a Christian counselor, providing further depth to his therapeutic approach. He recognizes counseling as a collaborative process built on trust, focusing on exploring present challenges without judgment, setting future goals for a healthier life, and diligently working towards those goals. Martin's guiding principle is that 'Failure is NEVER Final, as long as there is Forgiveness and Faith!' He is committed to helping individuals achieve their health and wellness aspirations.
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Specialties
Addiction Forgiveness Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Recovery Relationship Stress
Amy Romero

Amy Romero

Lafayette, LA
Amy Romero is a compassionate therapist who specializes in providing children's therapy to individuals aged preteen to teen, as well as younger children and toddlers. With a keen understanding of issues such as behavioral challenges, anxiety, and trauma, she creates a supportive environment tailored to each child's unique needs. Amy employs a variety of therapeutic modalities including Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), all designed to foster healing and growth. Her expertise extends to addressing common concerns such as peer relationships, ADHD, and self-esteem issues, making her an invaluable partner in navigating the complexities of childhood and adolescence. Amy's holistic approach also includes working with families to strengthen relationships and empower children to develop effective coping skills. With her warm energy and dedication to therapy, she is committed to helping children overcome their struggles and thrive.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life
Maria Salazar Istre

Maria Salazar Istre

Lafayette, LA
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Maria Salazar Istre, LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals who desire to thrive rather than merely survive. She understands that despite the challenges her clients face, there is hope for finding deeper meaning in life. Her compassionate approach encourages clients to slow down and examine the obstacles hindering their fulfillment. Maria believes in the importance of self-love and self-compassion, which are often overlooked in daily life. Through her guidance, clients are invited to embrace their true selves and live authentically. Specializing in issues such as depression, anxiety-related disorders, PTSD, sexual abuse, grief, and complex trauma, Maria utilizes a variety of treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and EMDR. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she also offers bilingual counseling services. Her commitment to mental health extends to providing Mental Health Status Evaluations for immigration VISAs, making her services accessible to a wider community. En su enfoque multicultural, Maria busca que todos encuentren su verdadero yo y tengan el valor de vivir una vida auténtica.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence General Mental Health LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Spirituality
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Brandy Skidmore

Brandy Skidmore

Lafayette, LA
Brandy Skidmore, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, believes that every individual who visits her page is taking an essential step on their healing journey. She commends her clients for their bravery in seeking support to enhance their emotional and mental well-being. Brandy provides holistic, client-centered psychotherapy tailored to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and life transitions. With a strong emphasis on cultural competence and trauma-informed practices, she skillfully guides her clients toward autonomy, helping them to unveil their best selves. Brandy empowers individuals to reclaim control over their lives, reinforcing the belief that they are worthy of positive change. She is ready to support anyone in need of improvement in their mental and emotional health, helping them elevate their quality of life throughout their transformative journey.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief
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Jamie Sonnier

Jamie Sonnier

Lafayette, LA
Jamie Sonnier is a deeply compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding adults and elders on their journeys toward positive self-talk, self-awareness, and enhanced self-confidence. With a Masters of Social Work from Louisiana State University, Jamie offers a loving, supportive, and nurturing environment in which clients can explore their emotional, physical, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Utilizing a holistic and mindful approach, Jamie strives to create a healing space that fosters a restorative mind-body-soul connection. She works collaboratively with clients to identify and transform energy patterns and thoughts, ultimately leading to better choices for a fulfilling life. A certified health coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Jamie is also a lifelong member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and holds certifications in smoking cessation. Her training includes Anthetic Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, ensuring that each client receives tailored support through their personal challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Mindfulness
Darla Sonnier

Darla Sonnier

Lafayette, LA
Darla Sonnier understands that many individuals face feelings of hopelessness or confusion, often battling negative thoughts and emotions. She recognizes the frustration and loneliness that can arise from challenging relationships at home or at work. Clients are not alone in feeling like they possess the potential to lead a different life, yet find it just out of reach. With Darla's support, they can embark on a journey of change and growth, reimagining a future filled with self-confidence and fulfilling relationships. Her therapeutic approach prioritizes the development of coping skills, personal growth, and strengthening relationships. By utilizing a variety of effective therapy types, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Darla equips her clients with the necessary tools to navigate life's challenges. Those ready to take the step towards a more hopeful and empowered existence will find the guidance and skills they need through her compassionate practice.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress Grief PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality Work Stress
Mark Stanford

Mark Stanford

Lafayette, LA
Mark Stanford is an experienced therapist whose journey began with his graduation in 1991 from Louisiana State University. With a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, he specializes in helping adults, toddlers, and teens navigate a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. His practice extends to addressing complex issues such as trauma, PTSD, substance use, addiction, and emotional disturbances. Mark utilizes a range of effective therapy types including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and family systems therapy, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or family he works with. Through a strength-based and person-centered approach, he empowers clients to develop coping skills and manage life's transitions effectively. Mark's dedication to fostering self-esteem, improving peer relationships, and resolving family conflict shines through in his work, making a positive impact on the lives of those he supports.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Parenting Spirituality Work Stress
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Sara Sullivan

Sara Sullivan

Lafayette, LA
Sara Sullivan is dedicated to helping individuals heal after infidelity and strengthen their relationships. She understands the struggles that arise when trust is compromised and couples find themselves disconnected or trapped in a cycle of arguments with no resolution in sight. Through her compassionate approach, she empowers couples to reach the core of their pain and develop effective solutions. Sara's goal is for every couple to leave their session feeling truly heard and to foster new ways of communication between partners. With a deep understanding of the challenges posed by infidelity and emotional distance, she equips couples with the skills needed to rebuild their relationship. If both partners are committed to the journey, Sara believes that their relationship can thrive and become even more fulfilling than it once was.
Specialties
Relationship Stress
Merril Thibodeaux

Merril Thibodeaux

Lafayette, LA
Merril Thibodeaux is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives from the challenges of addiction. With a Certificate from LASACT and over 25 years of clinical experience, Merril offers a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the needs of teens, adults, and elders. She understands that addiction can create feelings of boredom, lack of motivation, and isolation, leading individuals to rely on substances such as alcohol and drugs as coping mechanisms. Merril recognizes that addiction is an illness, not merely a label, and has a profound knowledge of the scientific evidence that supports this understanding. By providing individual and group counseling in a confidential setting, she equips her clients with the tools to foster recovery and make empowered choices. Merril's eclectic approach combines Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive support throughout their journey to renewal. Families are also included in this healing process, as she believes that education and support for loved ones are critical in aiding recovery. With Merril's guidance, individuals can discover the joy of life once more and take the courageous steps necessary toward a healthier future.
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Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Loneliness
Victoria Thomas

Victoria Thomas

Lafayette, LA
Victoria Thomas is a dedicated therapist committed to helping individuals walk through life as their most authentic selves. She understands that the journey to transitioning and achieving gender euphoria can feel like a maze of obstacles. With a firm belief in the power of self-exploration, Victoria guides clients in examining the necessary steps to reach their authentic selves. Her approach focuses on alleviating gender stress, building resilience, securing social supports, and setting embodiment goals. Through her compassionate and culturally sensitive modalities, she works collaboratively with clients to develop a world where they can live and express their gender free from restriction, aspersion, or rejection. Credentialed as a Transgender Care Therapist, she follows the Gender Affirmative Model to provide ethical and informed care for gender diverse youth and adults, adhering to the WPATH Standards of Care (v8). Victoria is also qualified to write Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Gender Affirmation Surgery (GAS) letters that meet insurance and physician guidelines. She strives to create a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and QTBIPOC, fostering meaning-making and acceptance in all areas of life. By celebrating each client on their journey, Victoria helps them move towards creating the most authentic and euphoric versions of themselves, where mind, body, and gender align.
Specialties
General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Relationship Stress Student Life
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Maria Wallace

Maria Wallace

Lafayette, LA
Maria Wallace is a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Hypnotherapist, MAP Practitioner, and Rapid Transformational Therapist. With over 17 years of dedicated service in the mental health field, she specializes in supporting adults and elders facing issues like depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Maria is particularly skilled in addressing complex topics such as bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ concerns, and self-esteem issues. Her eclectic approach encompasses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Maria creates a comfortable and safe environment where clients can process their feelings and embark on their journey toward wellness and wholeness. She invites her clients to reflect on their readiness and willingness to change, fostering an empowering atmosphere where they can choose themselves and begin the transformative work ahead.
Specialties
Anxiety Bipolar Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Relationship Stress
Brenda Walters

Brenda Walters

Lafayette, LA
Brenda Walters is a dedicated therapist with a profound passion for supporting individuals on their journey to emotional wellness. With a warm and compassionate approach, she creates a safe and nurturing environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Brenda's expertise lies in guiding individuals through life's challenges, fostering resilience, and promoting self-discovery. She believes in the transformative power of therapy and is committed to helping her clients achieve personal growth and fulfillment. Through her empathetic and insightful guidance, Brenda empowers her clients to live more balanced and meaningful lives.

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