Psychiatrists in 70119

Compassionate and Confidential Adult Psychiatric Care. Specializing in Telepsychiatry. Michael D. Santone, DNP, APRN-BC is a nationally certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. He is fully licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing and fully credentialed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mike earned his Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA., in 2010. Mike has over 25 years experience in behavioral health. His experience involves private practice, inpatient and outpatient hospitalization, and correctional facilities.
Compassionate and Confidential Adult Psychiatric Care. Specializing in Telepsychiatry. Michael D. Santone, DNP, APRN-BC is a nationally certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. He is fully licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing and fully credentialed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mike earned his Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA., in 2010. Mike has over 25 years experience in behavioral health. His experience involves private practice, inpatient and outpatient hospitalization, and correctional facilities.

Available within the next 48 hours! My goal as your psychiatrist is not to simply put a "bandaid" on by medicating you. In fact, my goal is to get you so much better so that you never have to be on medications again. You will be able to reclaim your natural self without relying on anything else but you. Please see my website (www.jamesyoungdo.com) for patient testimonials.
Available within the next 48 hours! My goal as your psychiatrist is not to simply put a "bandaid" on by medicating you. In fact, my goal is to get you so much better so that you never have to be on medications again. You will be able to reclaim your natural self without relying on anything else but you. Please see my website (www.jamesyoungdo.com) for patient testimonials.

Arwen Podesta
Psychiatrist, MD, ABPN, FASAM, ABIHM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
As your psychiatrist, my aim is to help you achieve your fullest potential of wellness and health. I am board certified in Adult Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Holistic & Integrative Medicine, and Forensic Psychiatry. My extensive training helps me deeply understand your neurobiology from a reductionist standpoint, your whole environment and ecology and how that affects your well-being, and how medication, nutrition and lifestyle change can help you feel your best. I use science and evidence based therapies to treat your body, mind and spirit.
As your psychiatrist, my aim is to help you achieve your fullest potential of wellness and health. I am board certified in Adult Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Holistic & Integrative Medicine, and Forensic Psychiatry. My extensive training helps me deeply understand your neurobiology from a reductionist standpoint, your whole environment and ecology and how that affects your well-being, and how medication, nutrition and lifestyle change can help you feel your best. I use science and evidence based therapies to treat your body, mind and spirit.

Kayla N. Watson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and it is often neglected. My goal is to help you get back to your level of normal, bringing out the best version of you.
Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and it is often neglected. My goal is to help you get back to your level of normal, bringing out the best version of you.

I offer medication management and psychotherapy, both in person and online. I am a solo practitioner. I limit the size of my patient panel to ensure that I am able to spend time with my patients and that it is easy to get an appointment. My approach with medications is minimalistic with a goal of enabling patients to engage with healthy coping tools/therapies.
I do not subscribe to the notion that mental illness is purely a biochemical process. A person’s entire background and current circumstances affect their mental health and how they will react to certain treatments.
I offer medication management and psychotherapy, both in person and online. I am a solo practitioner. I limit the size of my patient panel to ensure that I am able to spend time with my patients and that it is easy to get an appointment. My approach with medications is minimalistic with a goal of enabling patients to engage with healthy coping tools/therapies.
I do not subscribe to the notion that mental illness is purely a biochemical process. A person’s entire background and current circumstances affect their mental health and how they will react to certain treatments.

It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.

Hi, my name is Dr. Brittany Johnson. I specialize in supporting clients dealing with ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, and more. I am thankful and excited that you chose to entrust me with your peace of mind. My goal is to bring you thorough quality mental healthcare right from the comfort of your home or in office visits. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Hi, my name is Dr. Brittany Johnson. I specialize in supporting clients dealing with ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, and more. I am thankful and excited that you chose to entrust me with your peace of mind. My goal is to bring you thorough quality mental healthcare right from the comfort of your home or in office visits. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
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At Trajectory Psychiatry, we offer meaningful psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults in Louisiana. We have expertise in assessing and treating problems with behavior, sleep, anxiety, depression, and mood instability. With offices in uptown New Orleans and Mandeville, LA, we're accepting new patients and scheduling both in-person and telepsychiatry appointments within 1-2 weeks.
At Trajectory Psychiatry, we offer meaningful psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults in Louisiana. We have expertise in assessing and treating problems with behavior, sleep, anxiety, depression, and mood instability. With offices in uptown New Orleans and Mandeville, LA, we're accepting new patients and scheduling both in-person and telepsychiatry appointments within 1-2 weeks.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist located in New Orleans. I provide expert evaluations and treatment of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, substance abuse, gambling & technological addictions.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist located in New Orleans. I provide expert evaluations and treatment of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, substance abuse, gambling & technological addictions.

See website to book appointment. Perhaps you might ask yourself if you’ve reached a precipice— a point in your life where you know need to make a change. Perhaps, you’re realizing that living your life without an appreciable feeling of balance and fulfillment is no longer something you’re willing to do? Dr. Joseph offers clients the opportunity to co-create the changes they are seeking in their lives. When you partner with Dr. Joseph, you will develop a clear vision of your truest potential while learning how to work through and remove the steady stream of obstacles that we all must encounter in our lives.
See website to book appointment. Perhaps you might ask yourself if you’ve reached a precipice— a point in your life where you know need to make a change. Perhaps, you’re realizing that living your life without an appreciable feeling of balance and fulfillment is no longer something you’re willing to do? Dr. Joseph offers clients the opportunity to co-create the changes they are seeking in their lives. When you partner with Dr. Joseph, you will develop a clear vision of your truest potential while learning how to work through and remove the steady stream of obstacles that we all must encounter in our lives.

Gulf Coast Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At Gulf Coast Behavioral Health, we believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We strive to provide our clients with the tools and support they need to achieve optimal mental wellness and lead fulfilling lives.
At Gulf Coast Behavioral Health, we believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We strive to provide our clients with the tools and support they need to achieve optimal mental wellness and lead fulfilling lives.

Dr. Feibelman is board certified in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry. He approaches each patient as an individual with a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to the present problem. In a nurturing way that respects each person's individuality, he carefully evaluates and discusses treatment approaches with patients, including pharmacological approaches and psychotherapeutic approaches.
Dr. Feibelman is board certified in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry. He approaches each patient as an individual with a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to the present problem. In a nurturing way that respects each person's individuality, he carefully evaluates and discusses treatment approaches with patients, including pharmacological approaches and psychotherapeutic approaches.

Grace Behavioral Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Hello, My name is Jada Davis. I am a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to providing personalized mental health care. I provide mental healthcare across the lifespan which includes children, teens, and adults. I have experience in treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD and more. I am available to listen to your needs and discuss a treatment plan together.
Hello, My name is Jada Davis. I am a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to providing personalized mental health care. I provide mental healthcare across the lifespan which includes children, teens, and adults. I have experience in treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD and more. I am available to listen to your needs and discuss a treatment plan together.

Dr. Blanca Osorio-Candelaria is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and has been practicing for over 16 years. Her practice focuses on medication management, which she typically combines with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. If Dr. Osorio-Candelaria feels you would benefit from working with a therapist in conjunction to medication management, she welcomes collaboration with your therapist to make for the best outcome.
Dr. Blanca Osorio-Candelaria is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and has been practicing for over 16 years. Her practice focuses on medication management, which she typically combines with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. If Dr. Osorio-Candelaria feels you would benefit from working with a therapist in conjunction to medication management, she welcomes collaboration with your therapist to make for the best outcome.

Always Hope LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70002
Jill Mutavdzic has been an RN for over 18 years. She has a bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology, before returning to school to become an RN. She was born and raised in New Orleans and moved to Madisonville, La. after Katrina where she raised her three daughters. She recently moved to Baton Rouge to be closer to her girls who all are students at LSU.
Jill Mutavdzic has been an RN for over 18 years. She has a bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology, before returning to school to become an RN. She was born and raised in New Orleans and moved to Madisonville, La. after Katrina where she raised her three daughters. She recently moved to Baton Rouge to be closer to her girls who all are students at LSU.

Pathways Behavioral Center is an out-patient opioid and recovery clinic. Our clinical model used to treat patients with a substance abuse issue is individual therapy and medication management. We also specialize in chronic depression and cognitive/behavioral disorders. We have two psychiatrists on staff to give professional and individualized services to treat your needs.
Pathways Behavioral Center is an out-patient opioid and recovery clinic. Our clinical model used to treat patients with a substance abuse issue is individual therapy and medication management. We also specialize in chronic depression and cognitive/behavioral disorders. We have two psychiatrists on staff to give professional and individualized services to treat your needs.

At Rebirth Mental Health Services helping you to regain optimal mental health is our top priority. We understand the significance of the mind and body connection to provide holistic care. For so many years people who have mental illness have unfortunately been stigmatized. At Rebirth Mental Health Services, you are treated as an individual in a safe and non-judgment environment so that we can work on helping you achieve your mental health goals. Please click on my website link to schedule a consultation.
At Rebirth Mental Health Services helping you to regain optimal mental health is our top priority. We understand the significance of the mind and body connection to provide holistic care. For so many years people who have mental illness have unfortunately been stigmatized. At Rebirth Mental Health Services, you are treated as an individual in a safe and non-judgment environment so that we can work on helping you achieve your mental health goals. Please click on my website link to schedule a consultation.

Jennifer R Poche
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mandeville, LA 70448
I am a dual-boarded Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of healthcare experience in various settings including emergency room, intensive care and behavioral health.
I am a dual-boarded Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of healthcare experience in various settings including emergency room, intensive care and behavioral health.

My name is Jerica Mitchell. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental health. I use a holistic and integrative approach to treatment, which may include: medication, supplements, therapy, and life style changes. I typically work with adults ages 18 to 55 who may deal with depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, and/or mood disorders. Patients can expect a direct non-judgmental space. I also like patient involvement in their treatment. My patients will never be forced into a treatment plan that they are not comfortable with.
My name is Jerica Mitchell. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental health. I use a holistic and integrative approach to treatment, which may include: medication, supplements, therapy, and life style changes. I typically work with adults ages 18 to 55 who may deal with depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, and/or mood disorders. Patients can expect a direct non-judgmental space. I also like patient involvement in their treatment. My patients will never be forced into a treatment plan that they are not comfortable with.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in 70119
< 10
Psychiatrists in 70119 who prioritize treating:
88% | Depression |
88% | Medication Management |
75% | Anxiety |
63% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
63% | Bipolar Disorder |
63% | Sleep or Insomnia |
50% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
5 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Psychiatrists in 70119 see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
16% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in 70119?
The Psychology Today Directory enables users to search specifically for psychiatrists by selecting the provider type from the drop-down menu, and filtering results by city, zip code, or the psychiatrist's name. The search results feature detailed profiles that outline each professional's treatment approach, areas of expertise, credentials, fees, payment options, and accepted insurance. Results include both psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), who hold advanced practice nursing degrees. Users can refine their search for a specific type of psychiatric provider using the "Provider Type" filter.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and treating brain disorders and mental health conditions. As physicians, they are trained to identify the often subtle biological factors underlying mental disorders and to monitor how mental health treatments may impact other physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication and typically conduct shorter sessions that focus on medication management rather than intensive psychotherapy.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and what is the difference with a psychiatrist?
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), also known as a mental health nurse practitioner or psychiatric nurse practitioner, is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced training in psychiatric care, earning at least a master’s degree in psychiatric nursing. To become Board-Certified (PMHNP-BC), psychiatric nurse practitioners must also pass a national exam that tests their clinical psychiatric knowledge.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Can a psychiatrist or a PMHNP prescribe medication?
The Psychology Today directory features two primary types of psychiatric professionals: psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). Both are generally authorized to prescribe psychiatric medications. In 28 states, PMHNPs have full practice authority, allowing them to provide the complete spectrum of psychiatric care, including independent medication prescribing and management. In other states, however, PMHNPs are required to work under the supervision or in collaboration with a physician to prescribe medication. Both psychiatrists and PMHNPs may also offer additional services, such as psychotherapy, counseling, and care coordination, for clients seeking psychiatric care.
Do psychiatrists or PMHNPs offer therapy?
Both psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including traditional psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), pharmacotherapy, and, occasionally, various somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists and PMHNPs make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist, a PMHNP, or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem and may be unaware of the differences in support provided by various mental health professionals. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider (PCP) first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the PCP may review their medical history and provide guidance or a referral to the appropriate type of provider.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist or a PMHNP?
A referral to a psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is often not required. However, consulting your primary care physician (PCP) first can be beneficial and may streamline the process of getting the care you need. Your PCP can help determine whether psychiatric care is necessary or if another type of mental health support might be more appropriate. Additionally, some insurance plans require a PCP referral to cover part or all of the costs associated with seeing a specialist. Obtaining a referral can also expedite the appointment process, particularly in areas with provider shortages or for clients seeking specialists in fields like child psychiatry.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed professional?
Yes, all professionals listed in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory are licensed to provide mental health services in the state(s) where they practice. The directory includes a variety of providers such as psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), physician assistants, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. Each provider must hold a valid license issued by their state regulatory body to be listed. In addition, Psychology Today offers a verification process for certain providers, signified by a 'Verified' symbol next to their profile. This badge indicates that the provider’s primary credential or license has been independently verified by Psychology Today.