DR. RICK PERKINS, PHD, LCP IN LAFAYETTE, LA
Dr. Rick Perkins is a highly skilled and compassionate clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals achieve greater well-being and clarity. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of New Mexico, building a strong foundation in evidence-based practices and therapeutic modalities.
Known for his genuine warmth and approachable demeanor, Dr. Perkins believes in building strong, trusting relationships with his clients where they can engage in deep conversation and thinking themes of meaning, purpose, and personal responsibility to navigate life's challenges with greater insight. He is committed to fostering an atmosphere where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your therapeutic journey. His colleagues and former students consistently praise his integrity, dedication, and ability to connect with people on a deep and meaningful level.
Dr. Perkins' focus at KDH Counseling is in providing psychotherapy and comprehensive psychological assessments for adults seeking to clarify autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnoses. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Perkins is a music enthusiast, trivia buff, and devoted to his family (including his two cats). Whether you're seeking support for life's challenges or a precise assessment to unlock personal insights, Dr. Perkins is dedicated to providing exceptional care tailored to your needs.
WHITNEY STOREY, MS, LPC, ASDCS, AUTISM CLINICAL SPECIALIST
Whitney (she/her) is a skilled psychometrist with a Master of Science in Psychology and an additional Master of Science in Counselor Education. She is passionate about the psychological evaluation process, meticulously gathering and integrating data to provide clear and comprehensive information, especially for autism and ADHD diagnoses in adults and marginalized populations. Her clinical interests also extend to perinatal mental health and concerns within the criminal justice system. Whitney’s commitment to continuous learning fuels her precise and thoughtful approach to assessment, and as an autistic clinician, her embrace of radical self-acceptance ensures a deeply empathetic and affirming environment for all clients.
MONET DAVID, MS, LPC, ADHD-CCSP, ADHD CLINICAL SPECIALIST
Monet (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor and ADHD-CCSP who specializes in ADHD across the lifespan, with particular expertise in adult diagnosis, executive functioning challenges, emotional regulation, and rejection sensitivity. She is deeply invested in helping clients understand how ADHD shapes motivation, relationships, identity, and self-worth-especially for women and marginalized individuals whose symptoms were historically overlooked. Monet earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in English literature from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and later completed her Master of Science in Counselor Education at UL Lafayette. Her clinical background includes community-based counseling with families, work with chronically mentally ill adults, and conducting clinical assessments, experiences that inform her structured yet compassionate approach to treatment. Monet creates a clear, affirming space where clients can develop practical executive functioning strategies while building sustainable self-trust.
We accept private pay clients for Autism and do not bill insurance for this service. We accept private pay and United Healthcare, and UMR for ADHD clinical interview. We can submit out-of-network claims on your behalf.
