Name: Lake Area Counseling
Address: 715 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA, 70601, US
Telephone: (337) 282-0411
Rating: 5

Life can be overwhelming - especially right now. Whether you're facing a recent loss, fear of the unknown, challenges in relationships, finances, family or career; or maybe you just need a little encouragement from an understanding and empathetic counselor, Lake Area Counseling is here for you. We don't believe in band-aids, cover-ups, denial of problems, or making excuses for ourselves and others.

We shoot straight, focus on creative problem solving, and finding real and practical solutions. We know the pain of past trauma, but we don't stay there; today is all we have and the future is what we make of it. We believe in moving forward. We are relationship-focused. We know relationships brought the wounds and relationships will bring the healing.

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Yes, we believe we can, with your commitment and participation in our therapeutic relationship. We believe true and lasting healing involves a change in thinking processes, which takes time, patience, and consistency. As Christian counselors, we also believe faith helps in the process. We're willing to work with you, however long it takes, to help you grow and heal in your personal life and relationships.

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A great thing about living in this area is the fact that we have a coordinated system of care for youth and families. As a life-long resident of the Lake Charles area and as a clinician in the mental health field, I'd like to share some valuable resources I've gleaned over the years that might be of benefit to you and your family.

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Lonnie Hummel

Nov 23, 2021

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Joel is very good at this. My son has taken leaps forward since we have been bringing him here. Highly recommend.

Renee Gambill

Jul 14, 2021

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Joel has been great. He really listens to me and has great insight. He's been meeting with me personally dealing with childhood trauma and also with myself and my husband working on martial issues. I'm pretty sure I'm his favorite client.

Joe Marshall

Dec 15, 2020

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I personally recommend Joel Doughtery and Lake Area Counseling for your any of your counseling needs! My self as a young man I look to Joel as a great mentor/counselor and am never failed in the guidance he gives me. All around intelligent and respectful man that I love having apart of my life!

Tiffany White

Oct 27, 2020

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Lake Area is an amazing place for adults, kids, and anyone who needs therapy and just a place to help guide them in this life. Joel has a heart for people and the community! The staff is super friendly and it’s a place of excellence, family, and community! A place that helps the individual become whole.

Madelyn Derouen

Sep 04, 2020

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Joel was a counselor for me growing up and he was one of my favorites.. looking back I wish I wouldn’t have been so hard headed and listened to him.

Brent Woods Ma Lpc Csat

Jun 11, 2020

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Joel is an amazing therapist! I highly recommend him for family issues, spiritual issues, and working with teens. He takes time to dig down deep with client issues and is very genuine and understanding!

Kristen Daugherty

Oct 18, 2019

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Joel is a great listener and cares about his clients. His office is calming and gives a feeling of safety. Highly recommend!

Joseph Marshall

Oct 03, 2019

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Newly opened and licensed. Be sure to call and check them out for all of your counseling needs!!