Natalie Bunner

Natalie Bunner is a therapist who is the founder and CEO of Thrive Therapy. Bunner works with pediatric clients aged 5-17 and emerging adults up to 25, as well as families and caregivers. She also supports professionals in pediatric-focused fields, addressing mental health challenges and burnout.

Bunner's journey began in Lafayette, LA, where she developed a passion for youth work. She earned her Master's in Social Work from Louisiana State University in 2013. Her experience includes over 12 years working with children and teenagers in Louisiana's state custody and spans inpatient hospitalization to community-based therapy.

As a trauma certified therapist, Bunner uses Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Psychodynamic treatments. Clients can expect a highly relational approach tailored to their needs. Her practice emphasizes neurodiversity, working closely with families of autistic and ADHD children.