Who We Are | Worth Counseling

MEET OUR TEAM

SHELLY
KILLINGSWORTH,LPC, NCC, CMHIMP, CMNCS, CCTP

“You were never meant to be hardened by this life.”

Life can be overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying silent struggles for too long. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, people-pleasing, relationship wounds, or burnout, I’m here to help you soften, reconnect, and reclaim your worth — not just survive, but heal.

I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can exhale. Using a trauma-informed and integrative approach, I combine clinical expertise with real-world compassion. My style is gentle but honest, affirming but effective rooted in the belief that healing is possible when you’re truly seen and supported.

Specialties: Trauma, anxiety, codependency, boundary work, self-esteem, women’s issues, grief, inner child healing, and mind-body integration. You’re not “too sensitive.” You’re not broken. You’re becoming. Let’s explore the parts of you that need permission to feel, grieve, express, and finally rest. Let this be the moment you stop carrying it all alone.

Chelsea Frederick, PLPC

My name is Chelsea and I am a P-LPC at Worth Counseling! I just received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling along with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UL Lafayette. I have worked with college students, faculty, and staff the past year and I am eager to serve clients of all ages!

My areas of focus include relationships, communication, boundaries, anxiety, depression, coping skills, life transitions, trauma, attachment styles, and emotional regulation. I offer Individual and couples counseling as well as working with children.

I view counseling as a collaborative process from a holistic perspective utilizing person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approaches. Counseling is not one-size-fits-all and I like to tailor my sessions around my clients’ strengths and utilize their unique aspects as the drive for change.

Frederick has a Master of Science in Counselor Education from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Kylin Labiche, PLPC, ICST

I have a passion and desire to work with tweens, teens and adults. My goal is to be an unbiased listener, who will hear and accept you as you are. We are able to build trust, connection, and motivation for change when we feel accepted rather than judged, and that is what I seek to achieve with you in our sessions together. I have a passion and a history working with individuals within the LGBTQAI+ community. I believe that personal growth and development can occur in all individuals open to acceptance and understanding of themselves and others.me what it’s like to be you.”

It can be frustrating when you feel like no one is listening to you, especially if you feel judged for what you’re experiencing. Here, you will find genuine acceptance and a safe space. I offer therapy through a client-centered lens, providing unconditional positive regard and empathy. It is my goal that together, you and I can process life’s struggles and can collaborate to discover strategies that will work best for you.

It is important for me to mold myself for your specific needs and allow multiple ways of communication. I am interested in combining talk therapy with play therapy and creative arts interventions for children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I am also interested in working with the LGBTQ+ community and their concerns related to integrating identities, confidence and self-esteem, coming out, etc. I also have advanced training in group counseling and will be implementing psychoeducation and psychotherapy groups for the LGBTQ+ community.

Erin Garrett, PLPC
Faith Based Counseling

Life is full of complex challenges that can make change seem daunting. Often, we find ourselves stuck in old patterns that are preventing us from making the changes we want in our lives. Clinging to these patterns that feel safe and comfortable can hinder personal growth and transformation, but embracing uncertainty, though challenging, is often necessary for reaching our goals and becoming the person we want to be. As a dedicated counselor, I understand the difficulties that come with breaking free from these patterns and I want to make sure you don’t feel like you have to do it all on your own.
It is my hope to be a support to you in achieving your personal goals and improving your relationships and overall well-being. My approach to counseling is integrative pulling from tenets of Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I work to provide a supportive and structured environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as together we work to make meaningful changes in your life. I believe in empowering my clients to take control of their own journey, fostering resilience, and promoting lasting positive change.

Emma Muffolett0

Understanding yourself is hard work. Emotions can feel loud and confusing, and it’s easy to move through the day on autopilot feeling disconnected from what you truly need. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who want a clearer and more honest relationship with themselves. In our time together, we slow things down enough to hear what’s going on beneath the surface and make sense of it with curiosity and kindness rather than judgment.

I aim to balance honesty with compassion, I'll share what I notice and pay attention to what your mind and body may be telling you. Trust takes time, and we build it together so you feel safe enough to be real. We talk openly, check in often, and move through what you’re feeling in a way that feels connected and authentic.

You don’t have to have it all figured out before you walk through the door. You can bring your questions, your uncertainty, and the parts of yourself you’re still getting to know. I’ll meet you where you are, and we’ll navigate it together. My goal is to provide you with a space to let go of what you've been carrying and feel safe enough to grow.

WORTH COUNSELING INTERNS

Shali Fork,CI

As a dedicated and empathetic counselor, I am committed to facilitating positive change and personal growth in individuals and couples. My approach is rooted in the belief that every person possesses the resilience and strength to navigate life's challenges with support. With a degree in Psychology and experience working with diverse populations, I have honed my skills in providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. My therapeutic approach is integrative with a person-centered perspective, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.

I specialize in a wide range of issues such as trauma, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, etc. I aim to empower clients to develop coping strategies and enhance their overall well-being. I am passionate about fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship that promotes personal insight and self-discovery.

I am deeply passionate about assisting individuals and couples in achieving the transformations they seek for a fulfilling a meaningful life. Within the counseling relationship, my goal is to guide you through the intricate challenges that life presents. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out- I look forward to working with you!

Intern Counseling Sessions are at a rate of $65/session.

Alayna Hayes,CI

Hi, I’m Alayna, a Counseling Intern at Worth Counseling. I am currently earning my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. I work with individuals 18+, couples, and families.

I’m passionate about creating a therapy space that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely human. My approach is grounded in a humanistic, person-centered orientation, which means I focus on understanding you — your lived experiences, your emotions, and the intention behind the patterns that show up in your life.

My areas of focus include anxiety, relationship patterns, self-trust, family dynamics, boundaries, life transitions, identity exploration, and emotional regulation. I enjoy helping clients build awareness of how past experiences shape the present and reconnect with parts of themselves they’ve had to silence.

A big part of my work involves exploring the narratives we carry about ourselves — the stories we’ve learned to repeat, the roles we felt we had to play, and the beliefs that once protected us but now keep us stuck. It’s common to find comfort in familiar patterns, even when they no longer serve us. Therapy creates space to question those narratives, make sense of where they came from, and begin choosing new ones that align with who you are becoming.

I see counseling as a collaborative process rooted in warmth, curiosity, and gentle challenge. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe while working toward clarity, connection, and more intentional living.