Rae Guidry

MS, PLPC

Hi there, my name is Rae Guidry! I was born here in Lafayette but was raised in Beaumont, Texas. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology with a neuroscience concentration from the University of Alabama and my master’s in counseling from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, eating disorders, and life transitions. My counseling style is mainly attachment-focused and person-centered, with a blend of strengths-based and emotion-focused techniques to meet clients where they are in their journey.

I am deeply interested in how attachment styles impact eating disorders, as our attachment influences not only our relationships with others but also our eating habits and overall health. By viewing disordered eating through an attachment lens, I believe we can offer a more holistic and effective approach to treatment.

Part of my counseling focus is understanding the connection between the body and the brain to disarm shame in understanding why we are the way we are. I offer a space that encourages creativity, self-exploration, and acceptance and understanding of complex emotions. My ultimate goal is to empower my clients by highlighting their strengths and helping them build confidence in themselves, fostering positive change and building a foundation for secure attachment along the way. I promise to meet you wherever you are on your counseling journey, and provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to unload all of your troubles!

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Clientele: Adolescents 13+ | Individual Adults

Area of Focus: Trauma | Relationship Concerns | Life Transitions | Anxiety | Depression | OCD | Grief | Self-Esteem | Peer Struggles | Emotional Regulation | Eating Disorders | Self-Harm

Therapeutic Approach: Creative Interventions | CBT | Sandtray Therapy | Strengths Based | Attachment Focused | Parts Work | EMDR

When requested, can offer faith based counseling

$80-$100/ hour

Education: B.A. in Psychology from The University of Alabama;

M.S. in Mental Health Counseling from University of Louisiana at Lafayette