Anxiety & stress
Explore patterns that leave you overwhelmed and practice strategies for managing worry, pressure, and everyday stress.
Your story matters here
Unfold your story.
Elevate your life.
Life can ask a lot of you. Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and build tools that help you move forward with greater confidence and care.
Telehealth counseling for people physically located in Louisiana at the time of their session. Insurance eligibility and benefits must be confirmed.
Hi, I’m Sierra.Let’s take the next step together.
“You don’t have to have everything figured out to take your next step.”
Unfold & Elevate Counseling & Wellness LLCA little about me
Meet Sierra Dunbar, LPC
Hi, I’m Sierra! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and the founder of Unfold & Elevate Counseling & Wellness LLC. I’m so glad you’re here.
My journey into counseling started with a psychology class that helped me realize where my heart truly belonged. I went on to earn my M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Eastern University, and along the way, I developed an even deeper appreciation for the importance of feeling seen, understood, and supported. Through my work with students and individuals across different stages of life, I’ve seen how much people can carry while still trying to show up for everyone else.
Maybe you’re the person everyone comes to when they need something, but you don’t always know who to turn to when you need support. Maybe anxiety has you overthinking every conversation, you’re navigating a loss that has changed your world, or you’re trying to rebuild your confidence after a difficult season. Maybe you’re a young person trying to understand your emotions, an adult adjusting to a major life change, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of what comes next.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and centered on you as a whole person. I want therapy to be a space where you can take a breath, be honest about what you’re experiencing, and work through things without feeling judged. Together, we can explore what’s contributing to your stress, identify patterns that may no longer be serving you, and build practical tools you can use in everyday life.
That might look like learning how to set boundaries without feeling guilty, finding healthier ways to manage anxiety, working through grief at your own pace, practicing how to communicate your needs, or learning to speak to yourself with more kindness. We’ll work together to identify what support looks like for you.
I believe growth doesn’t mean having everything figured out. Sometimes, it starts with being honest that something isn’t working anymore. Sometimes, it’s learning to give yourself the same grace you so freely give others. And sometimes, it’s simply taking that first step and allowing someone to walk alongside you.
You don’t have to have all the answers before you begin. We can start right where you are.
Ways we can work together
You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Therapy can help you better understand your feelings, strengthen coping skills, and find a path forward through change.
Grief & life changes
Make room for complicated feelings as you navigate loss, transitions, uncertainty, or a season of change.
Confidence & self-esteem
Build a kinder relationship with yourself, recognize your strengths, and live in ways that align with your values.
Mood & emotional wellness
Understand your emotions, identify helpful patterns, and respond to difficult days with greater care.
Relationships & boundaries
Work on communication, boundaries, and relationship patterns that shape your day-to-day life.
Emotional regulation
Practice coping skills that help you pause, respond intentionally, and move through intense emotions.
Starting therapy
One step at a time.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step. The process can be simple, and you can ask questions along the way.
Step 01
Explore availability
Visit my Headway profile to review appointment options and insurance information. Coverage and eligibility vary by plan.
Step 02
Connect and ask questions
Use the available booking or contact options to ask about fit, scheduling, and what to expect before beginning.
Step 03
Begin at your pace
In our first session, we’ll get to know each other, discuss what brings you to therapy, and collaborate on meaningful goals.
My approach
Support that honors your whole story.
You are more than a diagnosis, a difficult season, or the expectations placed on you. Our work will be shaped around your needs, strengths, experiences, and goals.
Together, we can focus on practical coping tools, self-understanding, and changes that feel realistic for you.
Growth doesn’t have to be rushed. Small steps count, too.
Fees & insurance
Clear information, one step at a time.
I believe getting support should feel approachable, including when it comes to the cost of care.
Private pay
Sliding fee scale
$75–$100
Per session, based on your sliding-scale rate and applicable eligibility criteria.
Insurance
Plans accepted
I currently work with the plans listed below, subject to eligibility and benefits verification.
AetnaCignaCarelon Behavioral HealthCurative
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your individual insurance plan, including copay, deductible, coinsurance, and applicable benefits. Please verify your mental health benefits before your first session. Insurance participation and coverage are subject to verification; coverage is not guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
A few helpful details.
Are sessions online or in person?
Services are provided by telehealth. You must be physically located in Louisiana during your session. Please use the appointment platform for current scheduling details.
Do you accept insurance?
I currently work with Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Curative, subject to plan eligibility and benefits verification. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your plan and may include a copay, deductible, or coinsurance. Please verify your benefits before your appointment.
What happens during the first session?
We’ll begin by getting to know you, discussing what brought you to therapy, reviewing relevant history and goals, and answering questions. You don’t need to have everything figured out beforehand.
What if I’m not sure therapy is right for me?
It’s okay to have questions or feel uncertain. You can review the practice and appointment information first, then decide what feels right for you.
Can I use this website for emergencies?
No. This website and email are not monitored for emergencies. If you may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. In the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Your next chapter can start here
Inquire about a free 15-minute consultation
A first step can be as simple as reaching out. Share a few basic contact details and your preferred way to connect. Please do not include personal health details or information about what brings you to therapy in this form.
Prefer to email directly? unfold.elevate@gmail.com
You can also visit my Headway profile for appointment and insurance information.