About Connected Counseling

Allison is passionate about helping individuals reconnect with joy, inner wisdom, and their capacity to create meaningful change in their lives. Her approach bridges traditional psychotherapy with integrative and energy-based healing modalities, offering clients a holistic path toward personal growth and emotional healing.

Before becoming a psychotherapist, Allison worked as a massage therapist, which deepened her understanding of the connection between the physical body and emotional, intuitive, and energetic experiences. Today, she blends this body-based awareness with her studies in Jungian psychology, meditation, holistic health, and energy therapies to support clients in navigating life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-trust.

In addition to her clinical work, Allison is currently pursuing a PhD in the Psychology of Applied Quantum Science. Her doctoral research focuses on quantum entanglement in human relationships, exploring the science behind human connection and consciousness.

Allison offers two paths of support:

• As a licensed psychotherapist and holistic counselor, providing traditional counseling infused with mind-body awareness.

• As a facilitator for those drawn to quantum principles and energetic practices, guiding clients in exploring non-physical aspects of personal growth, such as intuition, subtle energy, and consciousness expansion. In this space, she may incorporate energy work and biofield therapies for clients seeking alternative approaches to healing.

Whether you’re looking for grounded emotional support or deeper energetic exploration, Allison creates a safe, compassionate space where you can heal, grow, and connect more fully with your potential.

“I teach people how to connect inward and move beyond thoughts, emotions, and events that happen in life. Moving beyond our conditioning allows us to experience freedom and peace, choosing what we really want in life.” -Allison Saltzman MS, LPC

Everyone is welcome in Rick’s office. Rick is trained in numerous evidenced-based practices which offer very fast and lasting relief from emotional pain. These methods process and resolve stuck unconscious material.

Rick is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which is an evidenced-based practice using bilateral stimulation shown to give quick and positive results for trauma related suffering like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Rick is the only mental health professional in Louisiana certified in Acceptance and Integration Training (AAIT) Practitioner. AAIT is a protocol for psychological well-being. When we are mentally uncluttered, we experience more moments of mindful awareness…an inner knowing. Integrating emotional states that appear to oppose one another alleviates emotional suffering, and this is what AAIT does.

Rick is also trained in Trauma Resolution Energy Therapy (TRET). This type of therapy guides you in accessing both the root cause of your suffering, as well as activating your innate inner healing capabilities to resolve recurring or unprocessed emotions, beliefs, or sensations. Healing can occur in as little as one session.

Rick also uses EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Ericksonian Hypnosis and Emotional Freedom Technique. Rick’s office is truly a place of healing, where you are welcomed exactly as you are. Rick is a Certified First Responder Counselor with specialized training in working with paramedics, firefighters, and law endowment.

“I am here to help you reveal and heal your true you while unlocking your true potential.” –Rick Fridrick, LCSW

Heidi works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a compassionate, client-centered space for healing and personal growth. She draws from a wide range of therapeutic tools to meet each client where they are, supporting emotional resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping.

With children, Heidi utilizes play therapy as well as sandtray therapy, two highly effective, developmentally appropriate approaches that help young clients explore and express their inner world without needing to rely solely on words. Through these creative and engaging techniques, Heidi helps children process emotions, build confidence, and develop important life skills — while also supporting parents in better understanding and connecting with their child.

For teens and adults, Heidi integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS) along with mindfulness, breathing techniques, and emotional regulation strategies. Her approach gently guides clients in understanding the deeper patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, empowering them to reconnect with their strengths and inner clarity.

Known for her calm and steady presence, Heidi helps clients of all ages feel safe and supported as they navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing and growth.

“The therapeutic process is meant to create a clearer sense of self, with clearer goals. Life is a complex journey, and the therapeutic process can be a powerful tool along the way.” –Heidi Olivier, MSW, LCSW

With children, Summer utilizes child-centered play therapy, creating a safe and expressive space where young clients can communicate through the natural language of play. For clients of all ages, she incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS) when appropriate — a powerful, insight-oriented approach that helps individuals understand and harmonize the different parts of themselves.

Summer is known for her warm, client-centered approach and her ability to meet individuals where they are. She tailors her therapeutic methods to meet each client’s unique needs, empowering them to build resilience, process emotions, and move toward healing and self-discovery.

“ My goal is to meet you with compassion and understanding, creating a space where you or your child can feel safe to explore, heal, and grow at your own pace. ” – Summer Carreon, MSW, LCSW

“Regardless of your past experiences, you are capable of making changes to your now and your future.” –Michelle Holston, MS, LPC

Lisa works with adults and older adolescents. She understands and easily connects with those who have been in traumatic situations. Lisa uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other mindfulness-based techniques to help people change their stuck thought patterns, emotional patterns, and behavior patterns. She also uses meditation as a tool that has been shown to have countless benefits for her clients. Lisa works with anxiety, depression, addiction, infidelity, grief, family conflict, self-esteem, gambling, hoarding, and more. She also works with couples. Being in therapy with Lisa is like sitting with a non-judgemental and impartial good friend. She is an excellent listener and cares about the well-being of others. She uses her knowledge and skills to help her clients find acceptance and present-moment awareness.

“You matter and you have potential. Don’t give up on life, because you never know what’s waiting for you around the corner.” –Lisa Harrison, MS, LPC

Brette has experience in working with tough family relationships and dynamics. She is direct, yet compassionate. She is client-led and solution-focused, bringing encouragement to the path unfolding ahead. Brette loves to bring in play therapy and multisensory methods for those who are interested. She can help with co-parenting and navigating single-parent households. Brette is able to work with children as they navigate their changing reality, and she is also able to help from the parenting perspective as well.

“Voicing your needs is not ‘needy’ or ‘dramatic’ – it is essential to your growth.” –Brette Reaux, MA, PLPC

Megan draws from a diverse toolbox of evidence-based and holistic techniques, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and goals of her clients. Her approach is integrative, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), sandtray therapy, play therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), among other modalities. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming. Whether you’re seeking support for emotional regulation, relationship issues, trauma recovery, or personal growth, Megan collaborates with you to find the strategies that feel most helpful and aligned.

Known for her calm presence and flexible style, Megan values authenticity and empowerment in the therapeutic relationship. She helps clients build on their strengths, navigate life transitions, and reconnect with their inner capacity for healing.

“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place to be fully yourself — no judgment, just honest conversation, curiosity, and support as we work through what matters most to you.” – Megan Beck, MFT, PLMFT

Emma is dedicated to supporting individuals from ages 3 and up on their journey toward self-discovery and understanding. With experience working with young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, she has learned the importance of leading with compassion and meeting clients where they are. Emma blends Existential Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem in a way that feels right for them. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their emotions, build on their strengths, and make meaningful changes in their lives. Emma believes in each person’s potential for growth and looks forward to connecting with clients.

“My role as a counselor is to walk alongside my clients as they work toward achieving goals, finding fulfillment, and discovering meaning in their lives.” –Emma Blanchard, Counselor

Annette is warm, compassionate, funny, and a natural multi-tasker. Annette answers the phones, manages our billing, and takes care of our office. She loves working with people and is great at matching clients with the therapist that is best for them. Annette is a great listener and you can often find a therapist (or a few) chatting with her in her office.