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This past weekend marked our second year offering a two-day in person summer training for therapists — and once again, t...
07/21/2025

This past weekend marked our second year offering a two-day in person summer training for therapists — and once again, the space filled with 60 thoughtful, curious, compassionate clinicians from across Louisiana!

Ashley and I created this somatic training because we care deeply about the power of somatic presence in therapy — and it was incredibly meaningful to share it with a group so ready to engage, explore, and embody the work!

🌀 Day One was about learning the content:
We dug into the nervous system, polyvagal theory, and core somatic principles like curiosity, experimentality, organicity, and non-verbal communication.

🌱 Day Two was about embodiment:
From nervous system mapping to body scans to a full room of therapists expressing states through movement — we spent the day practicing how to bring this work into the body, and into the therapy room.

A personal highlight for me was seeing six of our nine Therapy Garden therapists in the room — not because anyone “had to” be there, but because they chose to. It speaks to their integrity and the shared values we hold as a practice.

And Ashley — I couldn’t ask for a better collaborator. We each bring something different to the table, and this offering wouldn’t be what it is without her🥹

We’re already imagining what next year could look like — possibly in a new space with on-site lodging to make the experience even more immersive. Details coming soon for July 2026.

Deeply grateful to all who made this weekend what it was. Looking forward to bringing what was deepened this weekend to our TTG community. 💚

We’re late in posting this — but not in doing the work.Because for us, this isn’t just a one-day statement. Racial and s...
06/30/2025

We’re late in posting this — but not in doing the work.
Because for us, this isn’t just a one-day statement. Racial and social justice are values we carry all year long — in how we practice, how we show up, and how we stay accountable.

Juneteenth marks the day that news of freedom finally reached the last group of enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas — more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been signed.

Freedom had been declared.
But it was withheld.
Delayed.
Strategically kept from those whose lives it should have liberated.

That truth matters.
Because delayed justice isn’t just history — it’s a pattern. And many are still waiting: for safety, for dignity, for repair.

At The Therapy Garden, we don’t speak as experts on this history. But we do speak from a place of responsibility. Our practice is led by clinicians of white ancestry— and we recognize how whiteness and privilege shape the mental health field we’re part of somatically and cognitively, consciously and unconsciously.

We stay in the work by:
– Naming how power and bias show up in our field
– Holding space for conversations many practices avoid
– Requiring accountability from ourselves and each other

Juneteenth calls us back to truth.
To grief.
To repair that’s still unfinished.
We show up for that — not loudly, not perfectly, but with care and intention.

“To truly heal, we must tell the truth about what hurt us — and who built the systems that allowed it.”
— Dr. Jennifer Mullan

Last call to sign up for this Saturday’s Eco Somatic Informed Therapy CEU! Join me live or in person at the UL Student U...
06/24/2025

Last call to sign up for this Saturday’s Eco Somatic Informed Therapy CEU! Join me live or in person at the UL Student Union Helma B Constantine Forum for a introduction to Eco-Somatics in therapy! Gain a peek into ecotherapy, somatic theory and the blend of these two worlds:eco-somatics.
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The first 1.5 hour will focus on lecture style learning with the second 1.5 hour focused on experiential practice of eco-somatic interventions.
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Eco-somatics not only blends ecotherapy and somatics, it also provides an intersection of trauma-focused therapy and decolonization/social justice.

💛 Healing should be accessible. At The Therapy Garden, Lauren Cordell PLPC is offering an income-based sliding scale thr...
06/19/2025

💛 Healing should be accessible. At The Therapy Garden, Lauren Cordell PLPC is offering an income-based sliding scale through our “Meet You Where You’re At” Equity Program, with rates ranging from pro bono to $120 per session. This is designed with heart — especially for those in marginalized communities, those without insurance, and anyone navigating financial hardship.

We currently have limited openings in the most affordable tier, and several of our therapists offer flexible rates. We’re also in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (commercial plans) and UHC/UMR.

✨If you’re curious about starting therapy, reach out to our front desk (ask for Sunny!) to explore your options. We’re here for you — exactly where you’re at. And when we aren’t able to help, we are here with referrals to trusted partners in mental health in the community.

Meet Lauren LaHaye, PLPC☀️Lauren works with children ages 3+, teens, and adults — blending play therapy, parts work, cre...
06/18/2025

Meet Lauren LaHaye, PLPC☀️
Lauren works with children ages 3+, teens, and adults — blending play therapy, parts work, creative expression, and somatic approaches through a trauma-informed lens. She offers a welcoming space for healing and is deeply allied to human diversity and belonging.

Her $80/hour sessions are designed to support accessibility without sacrificing depth.

🌱 Now accepting new clients.
📞 Give Sunny a call at our front office at 337-254-0362 to schedule your first session with Lauren LaHaye!

Allyship isn’t a fixed state — it’s a lifelong commitment to reflection, growth, and action.•We believe our clients dese...
06/18/2025

Allyship isn’t a fixed state — it’s a lifelong commitment to reflection, growth, and action.
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We believe our clients deserve therapists who don’t just “accept” diversity, but actively celebrate it. That’s why we vet our team members to ensure they can show up with wholehearted, values-aligned allyship — especially for LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities.

We’re not perfect. But we are doing the work — learning, growing, and always showing up to challenge one another.

You belong on this earth — just like the trees, the rivers, and the wildflowers. Your existence is not up for debate. It’s biological.

🌳3 powerful, embodied professional trainings coming up soon at The Garden🌳If you’ve been meaning to sign up for one of o...
06/17/2025

🌳3 powerful, embodied professional trainings coming up soon at The Garden🌳

If you’ve been meaning to sign up for one of our somatic or eco-informed therapy trainings—this is your nudge. Spots are filling, and we’d love to have you with us!

🌀 June 28 – Eco-Somatic Informed Therapy (Hybrid | 3 CEUs)
💫 Gentle intro to somatics + nature in healing work

🌱 July 18–19 – The Power of Somatic Presence (In-person | 10 CEUs)
💫 Deepen your embodiment + somatic presence in your work

🌳 October 12 – Eco-Somatic EMDR (In-person | 6.5 CEUs)
💫 For EMDR therapists ready to bring the nervous system outdoors

✨ trainings include lunch, CEUs, and a retreat-like setting.
✨ Tiered equity pricing available.

🎟 Register at the link in bio or visit
www.ecosomatictherapist.com/calendar

🌱 Eco-Somatic EMDR is back—by popular demand.Our spring session left therapists feeling inspired, grounded, and deeply c...
06/12/2025

🌱 Eco-Somatic EMDR is back—by popular demand.
Our spring session left therapists feeling inspired, grounded, and deeply connected—to both nature and their clinical work.

This fall, we return to the serene beauty of LSU Hilltop Arboretum for another unforgettable day of trauma-focused, experiential learning—where the land itself becomes part of the work.

✨ Perfect for EMDR-trained therapists looking to deepen resourcing and stabilization through somatic and nature-based methods.
✨ Also open to non-EMDR therapists who want an embodied introduction to EMDR-aligned eco-somatic practices. (Note: This training alone does not qualify you to practice EMDR for trauma processing. You must obtain EMDR comprehensive basic training to ethically call yourself an EMDR therapist.)

📅 October 12, 2025 | 9AM–4:30PM
📍 LSU Hilltop Arboretum
🍴 Lunch included | 6.5 Live CEUs
💻 Register now at www.ecosomatictherapist.com/calendar
🔗 or via linktr.ee/thetherapygarden

🌿 Come retreat with us. Trade your office chair for a shady spot under an Oak! Learn. Connect. Breathe.

Please join us in welcoming our new full-time receptionist and office coordinator to the team! Welcome, Sunny! ☀️•If you...
06/03/2025

Please join us in welcoming our new full-time receptionist and office coordinator to the team! Welcome, Sunny! ☀️
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If you call The Therapy Garden, you’ll hear Sunny’s friendly voice on the other end of the line. As the person who helps keep the office running smoothly, Sunny is here to assist with many of your needs, from scheduling and insurance benefits verification to helping you find the right therapist.
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Whether you’re a current client or considering therapy for the first time, Sunny makes it her mission to ensure you feel welcomed and supported every step of the way.
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If you are a client at our coulee shore office, you’ll see Sunny at her desk in the kitchen as you walk through the hall! Feel free to say hi! She will be there temporarily until we complete her waiting room receptionist office this fall, where you’ll be able to see her been more often.
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When she’s not working, Sunny is a student at Western Governors University, pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. Outside of her studies and work, Sunny enjoys getting her hands dirty in the garden, making jewelry out of polymer clay, and cooking delicious meals for her friends and family. Sunny as LGBTQ+ allied, BIPOC allied and allied to human diversity across the spectrum.
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For live connection with Sunny, reach out between the hours of 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Thursday and 10 AM to 2 PM on Fridays at 337-254-0362 or sunny@yourtherapygarden.com

🌿 Spotlight on Shaquwanda Henry, LCSW☀️Shaquwanda brings warmth, presence, and over a decade of experience to her work w...
05/28/2025

🌿 Spotlight on Shaquwanda Henry, LCSW☀️

Shaquwanda brings warmth, presence, and over a decade of experience to her work with teens and adults. Her approach is rooted in respect, compassion, and helping clients feel truly seen — whether they’re working through anxiety, trauma, grief, or life transitions.

She draws from CBT, DBT, and Polyvagal Theory, and is especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and culturally diverse communities.

Sessions are available both in-person and via telehealth. She’s also in-network with BCBS, UMR, and United Healthcare commercial plans.

We’re grateful for the care and intention she brings to our community. 💚
www.yourtherapygarden.com/shaquwandahenry

She’s now in network with BCBS-LA and UMR/UHC commerical insurance plans! Kate works with Adults and Children 10+.•In he...
05/24/2025

She’s now in network with BCBS-LA and UMR/UHC commerical insurance plans! Kate works with Adults and Children 10+.
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In her work, Kate integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and play therapy. She also incorporates a somatic, trauma-informed lens, especially when working with clients struggling with substance use.
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Kate uses a harm reduction and Felt Sense Polyvagal approach to support clients dealing with substance use issues, meeting them where they are and helping them move toward healthier coping mechanisms without judgment. She is deeply committed to helping individuals create positive change, with a focus on both emotional well-being and practical life skills.

Looking for more affordable therapy?🔎🕵️We have sliding scale spots available ($80–$120) with PLPCs Lauren Cordell and La...
05/21/2025

Looking for more affordable therapy?🔎🕵️

We have sliding scale spots available ($80–$120) with PLPCs Lauren Cordell and Lauren Lahaye at The Therapy Garden.

Start your healing journey with warm, down-to-earth support—right here in Lafayette.

Call 337-254-0362 to chat about options!

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123 Ridgeway Drive, Ste B
Lafayette, LA
70503

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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