KDH Counseling

09/22/2025

🧠 Understanding your executive functions can be a game-changer! This image breaks down some key cognitive processes that help us manage our thoughts, emotions, and actions to reach our goals.

09/19/2025

We are looking for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitoner! Send in resumes to the email listed above! If you have any questions DM or email us!

Evidence-based therapy, psychiatric medication management, and psychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults in Lafayette and across Louisiana.

09/17/2025

According to the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) the FIRST LINE treatments of OCD are Exposure and Respose Prevention (ERP), medication, or a combination of the two. Talk therapy, EMDR, Psychoanalytic treatments, Life Coaching, etc are NOT recommended for OCD. See https://iocdf.org/ocd-treatment-guide/ for more information on proven treatments (and treatments to avoid).

09/16/2025

Therapy isn't a sign something's wrong with you—it's proof you're human. Seeking support when life gets tough is one of the healthiest choices you can make. Just like learning to swim or ride a bike, navigating mental health is easier with guidance. Therapy offers a safe space to learn, grow, and overcome barriers. Asking for help isn't weakness—it's wisdom.

09/15/2025

What to expect when visiting a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner? Part 9, Homework, Anyone?!
This wont be what you think. No worksheets or complicated problems to solve! This type of “homework” helps track you treatment goals. She might ask you to journal down a feeling, reaction, or symptom you had so that she can ensure the next best steps for you!

09/14/2025

Sunday, September 14th, is National Sober Day! Whether you’re newly sober, years into recovery, or supporting a loved one, National Sober Day is a time to reflect, celebrate, and spread awareness. Sobriety is about more than just abstaining from alcohol or drugs—it’s about building a better life. When someone chooses sobriety, they regain control over their health, emotions, and future.

09/13/2025

Ever feel like you're shouting in your head 24/7? Therapy offers a space to voice those inner critics aloud. It's about turning to face what haunts us, witnessing it head-on instead of being chased. Powerful stuff.

09/11/2025

It's not about feeling better; it's about feeling *better*. Aligning with values might bring pain, but it doesn't have to cause suffering. "It's not going to be easy, but it'll be worthwhile." Anyone else need this reminder?

09/10/2025

988 is more than just an easy-to-remember number — it’s a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress — whether that is thoughts of su***de, anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, dealing with a substance use issue/crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. The helpline provides free and confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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09/06/2025

Is the need for constant comfort a hidden tool? Someone reflected on how the urge to fix discomfort can be a learned behavior—but also a barrier to growth. Are we too quick to avoid what challenges us?

09/05/2025

Therapy invites us into the unfolding, to explore the stories we carry, the patterns that shaped us, and the wisdom still wanting to be uncovered. Schedule your appointment with Mallory today! She is trained in EMDR, and honors the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. She works with adults and youth (12 and up)! Contact us today and check out our website for more!

KDH provides psychological evaluations, medication management and therapy for children-adults with various mental health needs.

09/02/2025

Discovering how societal messaging shapes our self-perceptions can be incredibly freeing. It's eye-opening to realize that what we often see as personal flaws are actually reflections of broader influences. It's valuable to externalize phenomena and recognize the messages we receive.