VIDEO LIBRARY
KDH Counseling on finding a therapist, appointments, initial sessions, and therapy myths.
KD Holmes, LPC and Monet David, LPC dig into the intricacies of finding the perfect therapist, navigating the process of setting up an appointment, uncovering what to expect during the initial therapy session, and debunking the prevailing myths surrounding therapy.
Let's Welcome Whitney Storey to KDH Counseling
An introduction to the new member of the KDH Counseling team, Whitney Storey, including an overview of her ideal client, therapeutic foundation, and some tips for folks going through hard times.
KD Holmes, LPC and Monet David, LPC give you a closer look inside therapy and inside themselves.
Join KD Holmes and Monet David in this engaging video as they dive into the diverse populations they serve, the inspiration behind their video series, and provide an intimate glimpse into their personal lives.
Erica Thibodeaux, MS, LPCC discusses her story, focusing, Dagara Elder Malidome Some, and Body Work.
In this video, Erica Thibodeaux a native of Lafayette, Louisiana discusses her history that includes sobriety, volunteering for the Peace Corps, her teacher Dagara Elder Malidoma Some, and Body Work. She explains how all these aspects of her life shape how she does therapy.
KD and Ashley on OCD Themes and ERP
Join KD Holmes, MS, LPC, and Ashley Rush, MS, PLPC as they delve into the complexities of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and its various subtypes. Discover the gold standard treatment for OCD, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) as they shed light on how to overcome these challenges.
Whitney Storey, PLPC, PMH-C on Forgotten Parents
In this video, Whitney Storey, PLPC, PMH-C, shares what led her to her passion of working with parents, and lessons she has learned about herself and people in general as she has worked with the three groups of "Forgotten Parents": incarcerated parents, parents with trauma, and neurodivergent parents.
Isla Turner, MS, PLPC on "My Mama Said"
In this episode, Isla Turner, a PLPC in Lafayette, Louisiana, discusses things her Mom taught her that lean into evidence based therapeutic approaches. In her practice, Isla utilizes colloquialism to teach principles from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).
Monet David, MS, LPC on Sex Education
On this podcast, Monet delves into the intricacies of her Sex Education certification program, shedding light on her highly anticipated continuing education class that delves into childhood sexual behaviors and when they should raise concern.
Hollie French, LPC, ATR
In today’s podcast, Hollie French, a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. We explore how she uses art in her own life, and how she found herself creating curated transformational programs for moms. She aims to help moms who are feeling exhausted, burnt out and overwhelmed to reconnect with themselves, overcome barriers for growth, and create the life they’ve always wanted, but feel like they don’t have the time or support to do anything about!
Brynne Angelle, LCSW on Teens, Family, and Motivation!
Brynne Angelle, LCSW a therapist in Lafayette Louisiana discusses working with teens, how she movitates them through plans that are informed by their values, and how she supports families through education. She also discusses how her own struggles throughout her life have informed how she sees and does therapy!
George Comeaux, LCSW on Sex Addiction and Trauma - PART 1
In an insightful discussion, George Comeaux, LCSW, delves into the intricacies of Sex Addiction Treatment, the impact of Trauma, the effectiveness of EMDR, and the transformative power of Somatic Experiential techniques when working with clients.
George Comeaux, LCSW on Sex Addiction and Trauma - PART 2
In Part 2 of this insightful discussion, George Comeaux, LCSW, delves into the intricacies of Sex Addiction Treatment, the impact of Trauma, the effectiveness of EMDR, and the transformative power of Somatic Experiential techniques when working with clients.
Monet David, MS, LPC on Working with Teens and their Families
Gain insight into the expertise of Monet David, MS, LPC, as she explores her profound work counseling adolescents and shares her invaluable perspective on the vital role parents play in their teenager's therapy.
Whitney Storey, MS, LPC, PMH-C on the Brain
Two of the clinicians from KDH Counseling, KD Holmes and Whitney Storey, discuss some information about the brain and how understanding the brain from a biological level helps to understand human struggles, like anxiety, much more.
EMDR Container
In this video, KD Holmes, LPC guides you through a short meditation where you imagine a container to hold disturbing memories, thoughts, or feelings. It is used in EMDR processing but can be used to get back into the present moment at any time.
EMDR Safe Place
In this video, KD Holmes, LPC provides a guided meditation from EMDR on imagining a safe place to provide relief from stress, memories, or a short mental vacation to assist in regulating emotions.
Asking Wise Mind - DBT
In this short video KD Holmes, LPC provides a guided DBT meditation on asking your Wise Mind (inner wisdom) a question and then listening to the answer.
THOUGHT PRACTICES: MINDFULNESS OF THE PRESENT MOMENT
In this video KD Holmes, LPC discusses how mindfulness is used to manage thoughts and feelings common in anxiety, depression, and obsessions. This specific mindfulness practice is about getting back into the present moment.
Are You An Overachiever?
In this video, KD Holmes, LPC discusses how anxiety and depression are common in overachievers, which is a population often overlooked because of their success. A few traits of overachievers are: being goal or outcome-driven, perfectionistic, overworking tasks, over-scheduling, and often consumed with anxiety related to meeting achievements and thus avoiding any perceived failures.
Thought Practices: Gratitude
In this video, KD Holmes, LPC discusses how thought practices like gratitude can manage our thoughts and minimize the amount of time we spend in negative/disturbing/anxious thinking.