Do not hesitate to call us at (337) 504-4752 if interested 

NAMI Acadiana is currently restructuring programs for 2026

Please check back for updated list of programs.

We thank you for your patience as we grow! 

NAMI Acadiana Support Groups

with respect to the following brain disorders:

Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder,  Panic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, Addictive Disorder, Schizophrenia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, 
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

All  support groups are free of charge and No Registration is Required.

Family Support Group 

NAMI Family Support Group is for family members, partners and friends of individuals living with a mental illness.   See more at:  http://www.nami.org/Find-Support/NAMI-Programs/NAMI-Family-Support-Group

Connection Recovery Support Groups

A confidential and safe support group for adults living with mental health conditions. NAMI Connection provides a safe, accepting and confidential setting with access to a community of people who relate to your experiences. See more at http://www.nami.org/connection

NAMI Acadiana Education Classes

(All Education Programs Are Free – Registration is Required)

Family to Family Class

NAMI Family-to-Family is for families, partners and friends of individuals with mental illness. The free course, consisting of 8 weekly classes, is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills and empower participants to become advocates for their family members. This program was designated as an evidence-based program by SAMHSA.  – See more at: http://www.nami.org/familytofamily

NAMI Basics Class

NAMI Basics is an education program available free of charge for parents and other family caregivers who provide care for youth (age 22 or younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms. This course is now offered online OnDemand and available 24/7. Learn more at www.nami.org/basics

NAMI Peer to Peer Class

It consists of eight weekly sessions. It is for individuals living with a mental illness who are interested in learning more about mental illness and maintaining wellness in recovery.  

Presentations

In Our Own Voice – NAMI In Our Own Voice is a presentation for the general public to promote awareness of mental illness and the possibility of recovery. People with mental health conditions share their powerful personal stories in this free, 60 or 90 minute presentation.  Any group or organization can request this presentation by calling 337-504-4752.  See more at: http://www.nami.org/inourownvoice