TRAUMA FOCUSED THERAPY IN LAFAYETTE, LA
EMDR • Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) • Brainspotting — gentle, effective approaches that help your nervous system resolve stuck survival responses. In‑person in Lafayette and telehealth statewide.
WHAT TRAUMA CAN FEEL LIKE
Trauma can live in the body as startle, shutdown, and constant scanning. You might notice nightmares, intrusive memories, emotional numbing, irritability, panic, or a sense of being stuck in the past. Relationships, work, and sleep suffer. Recovery is possible—your nervous system can learn safety again.
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WHY TRAUMA-FOCUSED THERAPY HELPS
Trauma changes how the brain and body predict danger. Approaches like EMDR, DBR, and Brainspotting use carefully paced, present‑moment attention to help your system complete unfinished defensive responses, integrate memories, and restore regulation.
Our care is:
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Paced & collaborative: We move at your speed with clear consent.
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Body‑aware: We track breath, posture, and muscle tension to guide sessions.
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Skills‑based: Grounding, emotion regulation (ACT/DBT), and nervous‑system supports between sessions.
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Coordinated: When helpful, we integrate medication management and psychological evaluations.
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OUR MODALITIES
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
A structured, 8‑phase method that uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements or taps) while focusing on aspects of a memory. EMDR helps decrease distress and install adaptive beliefs.
Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR)
A gentle, bottom‑up approach that tracks the body’s orienting tension and the sequence around shock and attachment pain. DBR works with deep brain survival circuits to resolve the “pull” of threat without overwhelming content processing.
Brainspotting
Uses fixed eye positions (“brainspots”) to access neurophysiological activation linked to trauma. With attuned presence, the body processes what’s held beneath words, often easing somatic symptoms and triggers.
We choose the method based on your goals, tolerance, history, and what your body responds to—not ideology. Many clients benefit from a thoughtful blend over time.
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WHICH APPROACH IS RIGHT FOR ME?
- EMDR if you prefer a structured protocol for specific memories or performance issues.
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DBR if you feel easily overwhelmed, shut down, or “freeze,” or if early attachment injuries are central.
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Brainspotting if you notice strong body sensations/visual triggers and want a highly attuned, somatic process.
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Integrated if symptoms are complex (e.g., trauma with OCD, ADHD/Autism, dissociation). We adapt pacing and supports accordingly.
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INTEGRATED CARE AT KDH COUNSELING
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Therapy: Trauma‑focused care that blends EMDR/DBR/Brainspotting with skills from ACT/DBT.
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Psychological Evaluations: Dr. Rick Perkins, PhD provides adult ADHD & Autism assessments when clarity will improve care and accommodations.
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Medication Management: In‑house medical provider for evaluation and ongoing coordination.
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OCD & ERP Collaboration: When trauma co‑occurs with OCD, we sequence ERP and trauma work thoughtfully so gains stick.
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Neurodiversity affirming trauma informed therapy blends both approaches
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OUR PROCESS
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Consult (15 minutes): Clarify goals, preferences, and fit.
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Stabilization & Plan: Safety, resources, and session pacing; choose EMDR/DBR/Brainspotting (or a blend).
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Active Processing: Target memories, body patterns, and triggers using agreed‑upon methods.
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Integration: Daily life practice—sleep, boundaries, relationships, values‑driven actions.
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Maintenance: Plan for refresh sessions and relapse prevention.
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WHO WE HELP
- Children - Adults with single‑incident or complex/long‑term trauma
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Survivors of accidents, medical trauma, assault, or disasters
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First responders, healthcare workers, and caregivers
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Clients with co‑occurring OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD/Autism
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Louisiana residents via in‑person and telehealth (when appropriate)
Meet the Trauma Team
Real people. Specialized training. Collaborative care

KD HOLMES, MS, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED
TRAUMA-DBR & EMDR, OCD, NEURODIVERSITY AFFIRMING THERAPIST
K.D. works with OCD, Anxiety, Phobias, Panic Disorder, perfectionism, overachieving, PTSD and CPTSD. She is EMDR Certified, DBR trained in all 3 levels, and infuses Trauma -Informed Therapy, ERP, and DBT.

ISLA TURNER, MS, LPC, EMDR TRAINED, BTTI TRAINED
TRAUMA -EMDR, ANXIETY, OCD, NEURODIVERSITY AFFIRMING THERAPIST
Isla works with adolescents, adults and families with trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, communication, perfectionism and self-esteem. She uses DBT, CBT, RECBT, EMDR, ERP, and Trauma-Informed Therapy.

BRENT NICOLINI, MS, LPC, LAC, EMDR TRAINED
TRAUMA-BRAINSPOTTING & EMDR, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION
Brent works with adults ages 18 and up struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, codependency, and trauma using behavioral techniques, EMDR, and Brainspotting.

ALLISON BULLER, PHD, LPC, NCC
DBT, MBCT, TRAUMA THERAPIST
Allison works with teens and adults struggling with Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma. She is a DBT therapist, and does Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.

LISA LAROCHELLE, MSW, LCSW-BACS
TRAUMA CHILD THERAPIST
Lisa works with children ages 4 and up, with anxiety, depression, and trauma using Play Therapy and directive behavior modification. She has training in Preschool and Youth PTSD Treatment, and ACE Educator (Adverse Childhood Experiences).

MALLORY GOTHE, MS, PLPC, EMDR TRAINED
TRAUMA-EMDR, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION THERAPIST
Mallory works with ages 12 through adults, with depression, anxiety, suicide, grief and loss, parent-child relationships issues, complex trauma, identity exploration, LGBTQIA+ advocacy. She is trained in EMDR and integrates somatic modalities with talk therapy.
Fees, Insurance,
& Scheduling
Certain counselors exclusively accept private pay, while others are credentialed with United Health Care, UMR, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Private Insurance Plans. HSA/FSA accepted.
Please note, Medicaid is not accepted here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
EMDR follows a structured protocol with bilateral stimulation. DBR gently tracks orienting tension and the deep sequence around shock/attachment pain. Brainspotting uses fixed eye positions to access and process subcortical activation.
Each approach is effective, so your therapist will use the methods they are trained in.
Our pacing is collaborative. We’ll build stabilization skills first and titrate exposure so you stay within your window of tolerance. DBT skills are perfect for stabilization.
Yes—our in‑house medical provider can evaluate and prescribe when appropriate, coordinating with your therapist.
Yes, for eligible Louisiana residents. We adapt methods (e.g., remote bilateral stimulation, resourcing) for online sessions.
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