JOHN MICHAEL BELLARD,PMHNP-C
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
John Michael provides psychiatric medication management for ages 5-adult.
THERAPY, PSYCHIATRY & PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS IN LAFAYETTE, LA
Behavioral Health Services in Lafayette, Louisiana That Honor Your Experience, Your Nervous System, and Your Goals.
KDH Counseling provides therapy in Lafayette, along with psychiatric medication management in Louisiana, and adult ADHD and Autism evaluations. We offer in-person care in Lafayette and secure telehealth across Louisiana.
We work with children, teens, and adults seeking anxiety therapy, depression therapy, OCD therapy, trauma therapy, adhd/ autism therapy, and other mental health concerns. Care is matched to your needs so you can find the right support, whether you are looking for therapy, medication , or diagnostic clarity.
Clients are matched with clinicians based on fit, specialty, age, and goals. We accept select insurance plans, offer private-pay options, and help you understand the best place to begin.
DR. RICK PERKINS, PHD, LCP
Psychologist
Dr. Perkins is a clinical psychologist and provides psychotherapy and psychological evaluations for adults.
AMY BORDELON, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Amy provides psychiatric medication management for ages 5 - adult.
KDH BLOGS
Gain further insight into the world of mental health.
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Medication for ODD: When Strong-Willed Isn't Just a Phase
KDH Team: Sep 11, 2025
Let’s say it out loud, just to get it off our chests: Parenting a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is...
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PTSD and Medication: A Little Relief for a Big Burden
KDH Team: Jun 30, 2025
Let’s be honest — if you’re living with PTSD, you’re not just carrying emotional pain. PTSD medication is often part of...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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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 practitioner offers 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 4+ (children through adults).
Psychological evaluations: adults.
Do you take insurance?
Some clinicians accept UnitedHealthcare, UMR, and Blue Cross Blue Shield; others are private pay. 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.
