Karl Winegar, LCSW, serves as Vice President of Behavioral Health at Gulf Coast Integrative Health, where he provides clinical leadership and helps guide the development of compassionate, patient-centered behavioral health services. With a strong foundation in clinical social work, Karl is committed to supporting emotional well-being through thoughtful, individualized care and collaborative practice.
Karl Winegar, LCSW-BACS, serves as the Vice President of Behavioral Health at Gulf Coast Integrative Health. In this executive leadership role, Karl provides the clinical vision and strategic guidance necessary to develop compassionate, patient-centered behavioral health services across the organization. He earned his Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor (BACS), dedicated to fostering a culture of clinical excellence and continuous growth.
Karl is a passionate advocate for integrative models of care. He believes that true long-term wellness is only achieved when we recognize and treat the profound connection between mental, emotional, and physical health.
Clinical Leadership & Vision
As a leader, Karl works closely with clinicians and leadership teams to ensure that behavioral health services are accessible, effective, and deeply aligned with the organization’s mission. His leadership focus includes:
- Integrative System Development: Advancing care models that bridge the gap between behavioral and physical medicine.
- Clinical Mentorship: Utilizing his BACS designation to supervise and empower the next generation of social workers and therapists.
- Service Expansion: Guiding the growth of behavioral health programs to better serve the diverse needs of our communities.
Therapeutic Philosophy
Despite his executive responsibilities, Karl remains a clinician at heart. He brings extensive experience in helping individuals navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. His approach is built on:
- Whole-Person Understanding: Moving beyond symptoms to understand the unique life experiences of every patient.
- Empowerment-Based Care: Creating supportive environments where patients feel heard, respected, and in control of their healing journey.
- Collaborative Practice: Building meaningful therapeutic relationships that serve as the foundation for lasting change.
Service & Professional Commitment
Based in Prairieville, Louisiana, Karl is a cornerstone of the Gulf Coast Integrative Health leadership team. Whether he is mentoring a new clinician or refining organizational policy, his goal remains the same: ensuring that every patient receives thoughtful, individualized, and world-class care.
As a leader, Karl is passionate about advancing integrative models of care that recognize the connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. He works closely with clinicians and leadership teams to ensure behavioral health services are accessible, effective, and aligned with the organization’s mission to support long-term wellness.
Karl is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, clinical excellence, and continuous growth within the behavioral health team.
