DR. RICK PERKINS, PHD, LP
Psychologist
Dr. Perkins is a clinical psychologist and provides psychotherapy and psychological evaluations for adults.
COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH CARE IN LAFAYETTE, LA
You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out to Reach Out
Most people who reach out to us have been treading water for a while. Holding it together at work, at home, in the carpool line… and quietly running out of steam. If that’s you, you don’t have to know exactly what you need before you call. That’s our job.
KDH Counseling is a team of therapists in Lafayette, psychiatric nurse practitioners for medication management, a licensed psychologist for adult ADHD and autism testing, and occupational therapy for teens and adults, all under one roof. We see children, teens, and adults working through anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, and ADHD and autism, in person in Lafayette and by telehealth across Louisiana.
Some people need therapy. Some need medication. When the struggle runs deep, therapy and medication together can give you the support you’ve been missing. Two heads are better than one, and sometimes you need a whole team.
We’ll match you with a clinician based on fit, specialty, age, and goals. We accept select insurance plans and offer private pay. You don’t have to keep treading water. Reach out, and we’ll help you find solid ground.
CLAIRE DERGE, MOTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Claire is an occupational therapist specializing in sensory processing disorder therapy for teens and adults.
JOHN MICHAEL BELLARD,PMHNP-C
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
John Michael provides psychiatric medication management for ages 5-adult.
AMY BORDELON, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Amy provides psychiatric medication management for ages 5 - adult.
Our therapists in Lafayette specialize in anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and neurodiversity - matched to you by fit and goals.
KDH BLOGS
Gain further insight into the world of mental health.
5 min read
Medication for ODD: When Strong-Willed Isn't Just a Phase
KDH Team: Sep 11, 2025
Is there medication for ODD? Yes - medication can be one part of ODD treatment. There's no single "ODD medication";...
4 min read
PTSD and Medication: A Little Relief for a Big Burden
KDH Team: Jun 30, 2025
Does medication help PTSD? Yes - medication can help PTSD. SSRIs and related options ease symptoms like anxiety,...
7 min read
Working With KD: A Thoughtful Therapy Experience
KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Mar 10, 2024
Clients often describe me as gentle, approachable, easy to talk to, and even a little silly. And while those qualities...
7 min read
The Enigma of Mental Health?
KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Nov 22, 2019
Therapy is a space where people seek clarity, change, and deeper understanding of mental health concerns. These...
3 min read
The Biosocial Theory: Understanding the Roots of Emotional Distress
Monet David, MS, LPC, ADHD-CCSP: Aug 15, 2024
Often, I wonder if consumers of mental health services realize the significance of psychoeducation within the context...
3 min read
Confessions of a Therapist
Monet David, MS, LPC, ADHD-CCSP: Mar 1, 2023
I’ve got a confession to make, a therapist's refection. I am so sick of people finding out what I do for a living and...
7 min read
Capitalism Ruined Therapy
Whitney Storey, MS, LPC, ASDCS: Oct 27, 2023
Phew - this blog is one that has me sweating as I write it and especially as I imagine putting it out into the world...
9 min read
Hail satan, As-salamu alaykum, Namaste, Mazel tov, and thank god
Whitney Storey, MS, LPC, ASDCS: Oct 22, 2024
Being a therapist in Southern Louisiana means that many of my clients have grown up with religion and that their...
7 min read
Who am I, and how the hell did I get here?
BRENT NICOLINI, MS, LPC, LAC: Jan 14, 2025
“Who am I, and how the hell did I get here?” Life has a way of pushing us toward answers we didn’t know we needed. For...
8 min read
LGBTQ+ Mental Health: Resources & Support
Jessi LaSalle, MS, LPC: May 31, 2024
Explore the various mental health resources and support available for the LGBTQIA therapy to empower their mental...
4 min read
Big Feelings in Little Bodies: Early Childhood Mental Health
Lisa LaRochelle, LCSW-BACS: Jul 9, 2025
Hello there! I’m Lisa LaRochelle, and I’m so excited to be part of the team at KDH Counseling as a child therapist. If...
7 min read
Addressing The Mental Health Needs of BIPOC
KDH Team: Jul 3, 2024
First understand the BIPOC meaning and next identify essential BIPOC mental health needs, and what strategies best...
12 min read
Addiction and the Change Process
BRENT NICOLINI, MS, LPC, LAC: Jun 4, 2025
Addiction is one of those words that carries a heavy weight, often misunderstood and loaded with judgment. I’ve been...
4 min read
What is Teletherapy and is it Right for Me?
Monet David, MS, LPC, ADHD-CCSP, Whitney Storey, MS, LPC, ASDCS, KD Holmes, MS, LPC, EMDR Certified, BTTI trained: Apr 11, 2025
The COVID-19 pandemic really turned the mental health world on its head. Not only have rates of mental health issues...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which conditions do you treat?
We help with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma/PTSD, phobias, panic disorder, ADHD, adult-diagnosed autism, perfectionism/overworking, and more.
Do you provide psychiatric medication management?
Yes. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners offer evaluations, prescribing, and ongoing medication management for children, teens, and adults, collaborating with our therapists.
What ages do you serve?
Therapy: ages 4+ (children, teens, adults).
Medication management: ages 5+ (children through adults).
Psychological evaluations: adults.
Do you take insurance?
Some clinicians accept UnitedHealthcare, UMR, and Blue Cross Blue Shield; others are private pay. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners, Amy Bordelon and John Michael Bellard, also accept Aetna. We do not accept Medicaid. We’ll help you check benefits.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Click Schedule anywhere on the site or call +1-337-895-0300. We’ll match you with the right clinician/service.
What can I expect in the first session?
We’ll review your concerns, history, and goals, then recommend a plan-which may include therapy, medication management, and/or evaluation.
. Where are you located?
4906 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Bldg I, Lafayette, LA 70508. We also serve the Acadiana region and all of Louisiana via telehealth.
Do you handle crises or emergencies?
We’re not a crisis center. If you’re in immediate danger, call 911 or 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or go to the nearest ER.
Are you interested in becoming part of the KDH Counseling team?
Are you a therapist looking to enhance your knowledge and skills with KDH Collective, get the opportunity to learn from the finest.
