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....

Chasity Maryland, Office Assistant

We’re delighted to announce that Chasity Maryland has joined our team at Believe Iberia Counseling!

Meet the Heart Behind the Desk!
We’re excited to introduce our incredible secretary, Chasity Maryland, who plays a vital role in the success of our group counseling practice. From managing client intake, scheduling sessions, coordinating with therapists, and handling insurance verifications, to being the first warm voice clients hear — she keeps everything running with compassion and care.

Her dedication ensures our counselors can focus on healing, while she holds down the heart of our operations. We’re truly grateful to have her on our team!

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.