Although credentials and treatment approaches are important when selecting a therapist, comfortability and being able to establish a rapport with your therapist is even more important in terms of the counseling relationship and your outcome in counseling. It’s up to you to think about the type of person you imagine yourself opening up to. Here’s a little more about your potential therapist....

DA’Jour Braxton, PLPC

We’re delighted to announce that Da’Jour Braxton has joined our team at Believe Iberia Counseling!

As a former D1 student-athlete and track coach at LSU, Da'Jour brings a unique blend of resilience, discipline, and compassion to his counseling practice. His extensive experience includes roles in college admissions, student support, academic coaching, and school counseling at both the elementary and high school levels. In addition to his academic credentials—a bachelor's and two master’s degrees from LSU—Da’Jour has provided astrology consultations for the past two years, integrating holistic tools into his practice. He’s deeply committed to meeting clients where they are and helping them navigate their unique journeys, whether they’re facing academic challenges, personal struggles, or seeking a deeper sense of purpose.

**Da’Jour’s session fees are offered on a sliding scale based on income, and he currently accepts Cigna and Aetna insurance.** Call Believe Iberia Counseling at **337-270-8226** for questions or to schedule a session today!

Jawaskie Deal

Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor

Owner

Jawaskie is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a National Certified Counselor. He is trained in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and TeleMental Health by the Telehealth Certification Institute. 

Jawaskie is a native of New Iberia, LA. Upon graduation from Westgate High School, he went on to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Immediately after, he was accepted into graduate school at Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, where he completed his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 

Jawaskie is also a member of Chi Sigma Iota, a professional academic honor society for counselors, a member of the Louisiana Counseling Association, a graduate of Leadership Iberia Class of XXII, and a 2 times 20 under 40 recipient.