The Authenticity Center

The Authenticity Center Counseling and coaching for authentic, courageous living and leadership. In-person counseling local to Lafayette, LA, and across Louisiana via telehealth.

As Brittany begins her maternity leave season, we couldn’t think of a better time to celebrate the incredible team that ...
06/05/2026

As Brittany begins her maternity leave season, we couldn’t think of a better time to celebrate the incredible team that makes The Authenticity Center what it is.

Every therapist here brings something different to the table — different experiences, approaches, personalities, and strengths — but all with the same heart for helping people feel seen, supported, and cared for.

This little trend felt like the perfect reminder that the people doing this work are humans first, too. And we’re pretty grateful for this team. ✨

June is here, and we are showing up for every single person in our LGBTQIA+ community - loudly and without asterisks.You...
06/03/2026

June is here, and we are showing up for every single person in our LGBTQIA+ community - loudly and without asterisks.

You don't have to earn belonging here. You already have it.

Our counselors are trained, affirming, and genuinely glad you exist. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, or just trying to survive a Tuesday — we see you. We've got you. 🏳️‍🌈

This month and every month.

💬 Drop a 🌈 in the comments if you're celebrating just being you this month!

06/01/2026

A thought as we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month!

Here’s what we wish more people understood about mental health.

05/29/2026

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month!

Here’s what we wish more people understood about mental health.

Thanks to Taylor Trache and KLFY News 10 for making mental health a focus for mental health awareness month! Natalie Bun...
05/28/2026

Thanks to Taylor Trache and KLFY News 10 for making mental health a focus for mental health awareness month!

Natalie Bunner, LCSW of Thrive Therapy and Melissa Bowen of The Authenticity Center shared the importance of staying on top of your mental health, like you do other aspects of your health. Seek support in all the seasons, not just crisis. It’s especially helpful and developmental for children.

Acadiana has a robust counseling community ready to support you. Find your next counselor on google. Ask a friend, or your doctor, or check out providers through your insurance. And don’t forget many agencies have sliding scale options, as well as interns at a discounted rate. And the The UL Lafayette Clinic for Counseling and Personal Development offers free counseling to the public when school is in session.

Take good care of yourself. Don’t wait!

Thanks to Taylor Trache and KLFY News 10 for making mental health a focus for mental health awareness month! Natalie Bun...
05/28/2026

Thanks to Taylor Trache and KLFY News 10 for making mental health a focus for mental health awareness month!

Natalie Bunner, LCSW of Thrive Therapy and Melissa Bowen of The Authenticity Center shared the importance of staying on top of your mental health, like you do other aspects of your health. Seek support in all the seasons, not just crisis. It’s especially helpful and developmental for children.

Acadiana has a robust counseling community ready to support you. Find your next counselor on google. Ask a friend, or your doctor, or check out providers through your insurance. And don’t forget many agencies have sliding scale options, as well as interns at a discounted rate. And the The UL Lafayette Clinic for Counseling and Personal Development offers free counseling to the public when school is in session.

Take good care of yourself. Don’t wait!

Everytime I see this photo I'm transported back to that special day we created our core values as a team. 🥰At The Authen...
05/28/2026

Everytime I see this photo I'm transported back to that special day we created our core values as a team. 🥰

At The Authenticity Center, our work is guided by these core values: authenticity, wholeheartedness, connection, compassion, courage, and hope.

But “wholehearted” holds something special for us.

We believe real change happens when people are able to show up fully, not just the polished parts, but the honest ones too.

To us, wholehearted means:
• Vulnerability
• Honest self-expression
• Trusting your intuition
• Pursuing personal fulfillment

This isn’t surface-level work. It’s the way we show up for our clients, and for each other.

Because when people feel safe to be fully seen, they begin to live more fully as themselves.

And that becomes wholehearted living!

I got a stain on my shirt.I had pasta salad for breakfast. I ate it with abandon as I read my book, dropping noodles on ...
05/22/2026

I got a stain on my shirt.

I had pasta salad for breakfast. I ate it with abandon as I read my book, dropping noodles on my shirt several times.

Then, I realized, I have a day full of clients and a shirt full of stains.

What will they think of me?
Will they think I’m some big slob? Will they find me unprofessional? Oh no, my shirt is wrinkly, too. Why didn’t I iron it?
My clients deserve a better, more proper clinician.

Then, I pivoted.

I have stains on my shirt because I ate my meal with joy.
I focused not on the stain on my shirt, but on the way I make my clients feel.

And no one said anything. I doubt anyone noticed at all. They were too busy being in the human experience with me and I with them.

Notice that inner critic. Quiet it. And pivot. 🛋️

🤍 Kayla

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Lafayette, LA
70508

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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