Mental Health Support That Meets You Where You Are.

Serving Lafayette and the surrounding areas.

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Empowering growth, one session at a time.

Acadiana Counseling Connection offers expert, compassionate therapy and forensic mental health services for individuals, families, and legal professionals across Louisiana. The practice is grounded in clinical excellence, ethical standards, and personalized care—helping clients heal, courts make informed decisions, and professionals find a trusted referral partner. Let us help you connect with one of our clinicians who meets your needs and is available to see you, online or in-person.

 

In-person and remote options

Our office is conveniently located in downtown Lafayette. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we’ve got you covered with teletherapy.

Our services at a glance

  • Therapy

    Therapy is a collaborative process designed to support growth, healing, and emotional well-being. At Acadiana Counseling Connection, we offer a range of services to meet you where you are—including individual, couples, family, and group therapy.

    Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing mental health concerns, working through relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, our team is here to help—with compassion, professionalism, and care tailored to your unique needs—because no two journeys are the same.

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    Presentations & Workshops

    Looking to educate, engage, or support your team or community? Acadiana Counseling Connection offers professional presentations and interactive workshops for schools, businesses, organizations, and community groups.

    We cover a wide range of mental health and wellness topics—like managing stress, supporting youth, navigating trauma, building resilience, and fostering healthy relationships—all tailored to your audience’s needs.

    Whether you're planning a staff training, school assembly, or community event, we bring insight, experience, and practical tools to every session.

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    Continuing Education for Professionals

    We’re excited to be developing a series of continuing education (CE) courses for mental health professionals. These upcoming trainings will cover a variety of clinical and forensic topics, blending current research with real-world application.

    Our goal is to offer engaging, practical courses that support your growth and meet your licensure requirements—delivered with the same care and professionalism you expect from Acadiana Counseling Connection.

    Stay tuned—more details coming soon!

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Meet our team

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Richard M. Burleigh, LPC

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Mark F. Melançon, PLPC

Start the conversation.

Taking the first step can feel hard—we’re here to make it easier.
Tell us a little about what you need—whether you’re looking for support, answers, or your next step, help is just a message away.

Get started with Acadiana Counseling Connection, today.