As a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist in Louisiana, I have thirty-eight years of clinical and behavioral healthcare experience; having assisted, guided and supported hundreds of individuals, couples and families through extraordinarily complex life transitions and emotional challenges.
My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients navigating diverse experiences, including LGBTQ+journeys, relationship dynamics, communication skill development, personal growth, and healing from trauma.
I bring deep expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and interpersonal dynamics. My approach is holistic and person-centered, focusing on helping clients develop self-understanding, improve communication, and cultivate meaningful connections.
Whether you're experiencing isolation, exploring identity, or working through life stage transitions, I offer supportive guidance tailored to your unique needs.
My therapeutic work spans a wide range of focus areas, from young adult challenges to midlife transitions, sexual health, caregiver stress, and veterans' experiences. I'm committed to providing a non-judgmental, inclusive environment where individuals can explore their emotions, build resilience, and move toward greater personal empowerment.
Professional experience
38 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety LGBTQ+ related issues Relationship issues Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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License information
LA LCSW 8103
Reviews
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I have never felt such a relief after a conversation, 100% would recommend.
Written on Oct 01, 2026 after therapy with Drauzin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
It’s been incredibly helpful to open up to someone in a safe space
Written on Aug 27, 2026 after therapy with Drauzin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Droze is awesome. He's very patient walking me through on what I'm going through and recommends actionable steps to address them.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Very knowledgeable and helpful in many different areas of therapy I would recommend him to anyone new to therapy as I am.
Written on Mar 30, 2025 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
As a guy seeking therapy for the first time. I was reluctant to talk to anyone. I must say that Drauzin was a great help who listens from a place of compassion and empathy. He was able to help me through all my therapy goals and I would recommend him for anyone that needs help from a Therapist. He definitely will push you out of your comfort zone if needed in order to get to the root of the issue! I know I will use his services again in the future should the need arise.
Written on Oct 17, 2024 after therapy with Drauzin for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Excellent therapist! Very positive and helpful!
Written on Nov 22, 2023 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have greatly enjoyed working with Drauzin, he's is empathetic and will always meet you at your level.
Written on Dec 20, 2022 after therapy with Drauzin for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Been working with Droze for over a year. He's my first therapist, and I honestly could not have asked for a better therapist. It feels like I have a very helpful friend in Droze. That's how comforting he is. He ensures you feel safe and is always welcoming. Very delightful to talk to. He's been really helpful on my journey to better manage my mental health. I am very appreciative of his time and help.
Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Drauzin for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Droze continuously met me where I was at throughout the course of our time working together. He made me feel safe, understood, and has given me tools I will carry with me for probably my entire life forward. I feel truly fortunate to have had him as a therapist and he was a joy to speak with every session.
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and lgbt
Drauzin is a wonderful therapist; he’s very experienced and knows what he’s talking about. I made a lot of progress with him and I highly recommend him. He will help probe deeper into your problems. Don’t be afraid to speak up during your sessions with him; remember he is here to help you and guide you in your journey, whatever that may be. Trust your gut!
Written on Sep 10, 2021 after therapy with Drauzin for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Drauzin has been a great counsellor (so far, I'm not ceasing lessons). I am looking forward to continuing sessions with him. I would recommend him to anyone, and find his approach to therapy and general attitude refreshing.
Written on Mar 09, 2021 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 weeks
T.E.
Mr. Drauzin Kern is without a doubt the best therapist I have ever spoken too. You feel safe talking to him and you can trust him entirely. As a veteran of the armed services this is the man you want.
Written on Feb 25, 2021 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Droze is a wonderful resource- every time I talk to him I feel heard and supported. I feel so lucky to have been matched up with him
Written on Jan 18, 2021 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I like that Drauzin takes the time to make sure I understand the purpose of what we're doing in therapy so I can take ownership and shape the experience for myself and my needs. For example, in addition to talking in video calls, he also sends me articles that further explain what we're doing in therapy. He also checks in with me regularly to see if we need to adjust things to fit what I need. He is very warm and open about experiences that relate to mine, so I feel like I'm talking to a real human being.
Written on Dec 01, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel very lucky to have been matched with such specificity to Mr Kern. I think that he will be a wonderful guide in making the changes I need in order to live my life to its fullest eventually.
Written on Oct 06, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Drauzin is wonderful. He is understanding, helpful and very insightful. I look forward to our appointments.
Written on Aug 07, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He’s a very helpful counselor. He’s very thoughtful in his approach and very respectful. I appreciate his calls and I look forward to my time speaking with him.
Written on Aug 06, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Drauzin is an absolutely amazing counselor.
He listens and has the best advice and exercises, I can see myself succeeding when I speak with him. He is wonderful!
Written on Aug 04, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Drauzin makes you feel comfortable opening up about your feelings and provides really knowledgeable unbiased advice. I was hesitant about starting therapy, but now I’m very glad I started.
Written on Aug 03, 2020 after therapy with Drauzin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
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