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Welcome to
The Authenticity Center

Clinical counseling with a compassionate approach

We are a counseling agency dedicated to helping people achieve healing to live authentic, connected, courageous lives. 

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Our Counselors.

Glad you are here. Life can be hard. Choosing a counselor doesn't have to be. We are professional and clinical, with a comfortable and compassionate approach. Here, you can read about our counselors and the unique services and approaches they provide. One click to contact. We'll guide you through the rest. 

Listed are some of our counselors and trusted partners. 

Our Values & Mission

Our goal and mission is to help you connect to your authentic self, by giving you a safe place to process the events of your life, and then the tools to help you cope, grow, and thrive to a more grounded you.

 

Own your story. Embrace who you are. We'll figure the rest out together.

We strive to serve you in our values of compassion, clinical excellence, safety and confidentiality.

Services

These are some of the ways we can support you. We invite you to get in touch if you have any questions.

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Individual & Couple Counseling

From children to adults, individual and families. We use various therapeutic interventions to address life challenges, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions,  and more. We are honored to offer services to everyone in our community. LGBTQ+ Allied.

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EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.

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Telehealth

We offer the convenience of telehealth throughout the state of Louisiana. Telehealth is the use of electronic communication technology to provide counseling services remotely.

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Groups

Periodically, we offer psychoeducational groups that offer information, healing, and connection within a small group setting; including groups for PTSD, body image issues, LGBTQ+ groups, and groups for women on shame and courage. 

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LPC Supervision

Melissa offers Board-Approved supervision to Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselors. Individual and group supervision available. Get in touch to inquire about openings and appropriate fit in working together.

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Coaching

Melissa also offers leadership and life coaching, in addition to speaking, and team development. See link above to inquire about these services separately.

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