Aucoin, Dr. Donna L, PhD

read moreAt Aucoin & Associates, our team is dedicated to providing individualized assessments that lead to the development of comprehensive and personalized plans that ultimately enhance the lives of our clients. We use a collaborative approach and our clients, in essence, become part of our team. When selecting solutions and intervention plans, we are committed to utilizing strategies that have been demonstrated in research to be effective. By utilizing evidence-based and empirically supported approaches, we are able to more quickly and efficiently see progress in the lives of our clients.

read moreLife coaching in Lafayette is designed to help clients reach their full potential across a number of important life areas or with one specific goal. Life coaching is particularly helpful for those who are in a transitional period of their lives or for those who have reached a plateau, trying to redefine themselves or take their lives to the next level of success and fulfillment. Life coaching is frequently utilized for business leaders, aspiring young professionals, people re-entering the work force after a period of time or those wanting to change careers.

read moreOur consultations are focused on giving the school staff and parents more effective communication and better management of the child's difficult behaviors. For many children and adolescents, the demands and stress of school may exacerbate mental difficulties. Appreciating this, we offer consultation with school personnel, such as teachers, administrators, and counselors. Such consultation may be done on-site at the child's school, via email, via telephone, or in our clinic. As children and adolescents spend the majority of their day hours on a school campus, this service oftentimes proves invaluable to the continued progress of our younger clients.

read moreSome of our clients may need the addition of psychotropic medication to optimize their success. In some cases, an individual's primary care provider, psychiatrist, or pediatrician has already initiated treatment prior to coming to our clinic. Thus, in order to provide comprehensive care, we also offer physician consultation. In essence, we attempt to create a team approach whereby information can be shared and plans can be generated together to maximize outcomes for our clients and their families.

read moreAt Aucoin and Associates in Lafayette, Louisiana, the activity within individual therapy sessions can be described as goal-oriented, empirically-based, and is designed to provide the client with tools and techniques for continual forward progression. Goal attainment and life enhancement are considered significant markers of session effectiveness. Individual therapy in Lafayette, LA aids in the development of general life and social skills, equipping clients with the tools they need to cope with the day-to-day, whether they are grieving, mentally ill, or overwhelmed by life stressors.

read moreDiversity is an integral part of our practice, each client is provided an individualized, tailored, and unique assessment and treatment plan with consistent focus on meaningful progress and improved quality of life. Adolescent Therapy in Lafayette, LA is available at Aucoin & Associates for adolescents of all ages. This service is aimed to help children and teens who may suffer from anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, or any mental health disorder. Consultation is available for those who are more interested in having a brief conversation with a professional regarding a specific concern or issue that can be addressed or serve as a starting point for continued progress.

read moreThe Genecept Assay is a genetic test created to assist clinicians in optimizing treatment decisions and medication management. The test examines an individual's specific genetic markers that can identify treatments that are more likely to work as intended, not have an effect, or cause a negative effect. It is a quickly administered cheek swab test that evaluates key genes, chosen based on hundreds of studies that show variations in these genes can help inform treatment choices for mental disorders.