Jessica Gibson, LPC-S

As an experiential counselor, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and groups on a transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. With a passion for the therapeutic potential of immersive experiences, I empower clients to navigate life’s challenges, explore emotions, and build meaningful connections. I am passionate about and specialize in families affected by addiction, and have gained knowledge in substance abuse recovery, codependency, 12-step recovery, high conflict and trauma, and treatment placement.

My goal in opening Counseling and Recovery Guidance was to create a safe space where clients could explore themselves and discover their strengths. I wanted to create a private outpatient counseling experience for those affected by addiction because I felt this was lacking in our community. I truly feel you are not responsible for what happened to you, but you are responsible for what you do with it.

I like to take a client-centered approach to my counseling practice, tailoring treatment plans with clients to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. I think we are each the expert of our own experience.

I try to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their emotions and experiences. I use immersive experiences and activities to facilitate personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional healing. My approach operates on the principle that individuals can gain profound insights and make positive changes by engaging in hands-on, interactive, and experiential activities.

In addition to her clinical and supervisory roles:

Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC)
Certified in EMDR and Experiential Therapy (CET1)
Completed the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training for first responders.
Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) for the Department of Transportation
Offers Substance Use Disorder assessments
Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP), and holds the position of Vice President for the Louisiana Chapter of employee assistance professionals (LA-EAPA)
She is an advocate for mental health and substance abuse awareness, with a passion for treating family systems
She frequently works with various professionals and treatment centers to consult about family programming
She is a Continuing Education presenter and a supervisor for PLPC’s needing clinical consultation
Clinical Director, Acadiana Veteran Alliance

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