Emotionally Focused Psychiatrists in Jefferson Parish, LA

Dr. Claudia V Orellana
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
I am a board-certified psychiatrist providing care for children, teens, and adults. I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, behavioral concerns, and sleep issues, with a focus on practical, effective treatment. Many patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not improving with current treatment. My goal is to simplify care, reduce unnecessary medications when possible, and help you feel better as quickly and safely as possible. I provide straightforward, supportive care and work with you to find the right treatment plan that fits your needs and lifestyle. Virtual appointments in all Louisiana and Texas.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist providing care for children, teens, and adults. I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, behavioral concerns, and sleep issues, with a focus on practical, effective treatment. Many patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not improving with current treatment. My goal is to simplify care, reduce unnecessary medications when possible, and help you feel better as quickly and safely as possible. I provide straightforward, supportive care and work with you to find the right treatment plan that fits your needs and lifestyle. Virtual appointments in all Louisiana and Texas.
(318) 758-9434 View (318) 758-9434
Keith Robin Jr
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Metairie, LA 70001
I'm passionate about helping individuals seeking recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder as well as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. By providing compassionate, personalized mental health care, patients can gain clarity and practical tools to help them thrive. After a comprehensive evaluation, I develop a treatment plan best suited to each individual's needs. My nursing background includes extensive experience in critical care units, as well as inpatient psychiatric care for both adult and geriatric populations. I am dedicated to providing high-quality, detail-oriented mental health care.
I'm passionate about helping individuals seeking recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder as well as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. By providing compassionate, personalized mental health care, patients can gain clarity and practical tools to help them thrive. After a comprehensive evaluation, I develop a treatment plan best suited to each individual's needs. My nursing background includes extensive experience in critical care units, as well as inpatient psychiatric care for both adult and geriatric populations. I am dedicated to providing high-quality, detail-oriented mental health care.
(504) 946-1242 View (504) 946-1242
Angela Murray
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-, BC
Metairie, LA 70001
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges and achieve improved mental health and well-being. I provide compassionate, personalized care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns. Through comprehensive evaluations and collaborative treatment planning, I strive to help patients gain insight, build resilience, and develop practical strategies to support lasting wellness.
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges and achieve improved mental health and well-being. I provide compassionate, personalized care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns. Through comprehensive evaluations and collaborative treatment planning, I strive to help patients gain insight, build resilience, and develop practical strategies to support lasting wellness.
(985) 616-5190 View (985) 616-5190
Always Hope LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-B, FNP-C, ENP-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you have been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle of stress that never seems to end — you are not alone. Many people push through anxiety, burnout, and sleepless nights until it begins to affect everything — work, relationships, even physical health. The good news is that things can get better with the right support.
If you have been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle of stress that never seems to end — you are not alone. Many people push through anxiety, burnout, and sleepless nights until it begins to affect everything — work, relationships, even physical health. The good news is that things can get better with the right support.
(225) 425-8039 View (225) 425-8039
Timothy Gioe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and treatment for ADHD, ADD, depression, and anxiety disorders. After a comprehensive evaluation, I develop a treatment plan best suited to each individual's needs using a variety of evidence-based practice treatment modalities. I have extensive knowledge of psychotropic medications and I am very passionate about exercise, nutrition, and helping patients become the best version of themselves. I especially enjoy working with college students, married couples, new parents, and those starting a new career. Please visit www.crescentcitypsychiatric.com/blog to learn more about our services.
I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and treatment for ADHD, ADD, depression, and anxiety disorders. After a comprehensive evaluation, I develop a treatment plan best suited to each individual's needs using a variety of evidence-based practice treatment modalities. I have extensive knowledge of psychotropic medications and I am very passionate about exercise, nutrition, and helping patients become the best version of themselves. I especially enjoy working with college students, married couples, new parents, and those starting a new career. Please visit www.crescentcitypsychiatric.com/blog to learn more about our services.
(985) 202-9436 View (985) 202-9436
Always Hope LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
Online Only
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certified through American Nurses Credentialing Center. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services. I possess strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with clients. I follow evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. I see clients at 3 locations - Prairieville, Baton Rouge and our Metairie location.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certified through American Nurses Credentialing Center. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services. I possess strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with clients. I follow evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. I see clients at 3 locations - Prairieville, Baton Rouge and our Metairie location.
(225) 434-3788 View (225) 434-3788
Jennifer Greco
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I treat patients of all ages and with all mental health issues, but I focus on ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders. I am double boarded in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
I treat patients of all ages and with all mental health issues, but I focus on ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders. I am double boarded in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
(504) 732-7910 View (504) 732-7910
Dawnie Sterling
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Healthcare Nurse Practitioner. I believe mental health is equally important to physical health. Stability in mental health is linked to better focus, concentration, and motivation, which directly impacts performance at all aspects of life. I have been working in the mental healthcare sector for 5 years, focusing on various population groups to include children/adolescents and adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and maladaptive behaviors.
As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Healthcare Nurse Practitioner. I believe mental health is equally important to physical health. Stability in mental health is linked to better focus, concentration, and motivation, which directly impacts performance at all aspects of life. I have been working in the mental healthcare sector for 5 years, focusing on various population groups to include children/adolescents and adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and maladaptive behaviors.
(504) 294-3184 View (504) 294-3184
Kellie Newman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in a cycle of stress? I’m a master’s-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 12+ years of experience supporting adults across a variety of clinical settings. I provide thoughtful, evidence-based medication management for depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and related concerns. My approach is collaborative and respectful, focused on understanding your goals, explaining options clearly, and creating a plan that feels realistic and supportive.
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in a cycle of stress? I’m a master’s-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 12+ years of experience supporting adults across a variety of clinical settings. I provide thoughtful, evidence-based medication management for depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and related concerns. My approach is collaborative and respectful, focused on understanding your goals, explaining options clearly, and creating a plan that feels realistic and supportive.
(504) 608-6292 View (504) 608-6292
Scott Lavie
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I’m a born and raised New Orleanian, I did all my training here at LSU, University Medical Center, and Ochsner—as such, I know of the different treatment options available in the city for whatever you might be struggling with. I’m passionate about mental health. Through my own experiences and experiences of loved ones, I’ve seen how mental health struggles can take such a great toll on patients and families. I want to help you understand why you are the way you are; why you reflexively think the way you do—how your unique upbringing and experiences have shaped your unique strengths and flaws.
I’m a born and raised New Orleanian, I did all my training here at LSU, University Medical Center, and Ochsner—as such, I know of the different treatment options available in the city for whatever you might be struggling with. I’m passionate about mental health. Through my own experiences and experiences of loved ones, I’ve seen how mental health struggles can take such a great toll on patients and families. I want to help you understand why you are the way you are; why you reflexively think the way you do—how your unique upbringing and experiences have shaped your unique strengths and flaws.
(504) 507-0621 View (504) 507-0621

Online Psychiatrists

Ashontis Martin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Online Only
Many clients seek care when stress, anxiety, depression, mood changes, or substance use begin affecting daily life, relationships, sleep, motivation, or overall well-being. Care is focused on helping clients feel comfortable, supported, and more in control with practical treatment plans tailored to their needs.
Many clients seek care when stress, anxiety, depression, mood changes, or substance use begin affecting daily life, relationships, sleep, motivation, or overall well-being. Care is focused on helping clients feel comfortable, supported, and more in control with practical treatment plans tailored to their needs.
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Tina Malonson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
3 Endorsed
Slidell, LA 70458
Hi, my name is Tina, and I am the owner of Mind and Body Care. I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health, and I strive to provide my clients with the tools and support their need to achieve optimal mental wellness and lead fulfilling lives. As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide specialized care for various mental health challenges, with expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, therapy interventions, and medication management. My services are tailored to meet your unique needs, fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment.
Hi, my name is Tina, and I am the owner of Mind and Body Care. I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health, and I strive to provide my clients with the tools and support their need to achieve optimal mental wellness and lead fulfilling lives. As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide specialized care for various mental health challenges, with expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, therapy interventions, and medication management. My services are tailored to meet your unique needs, fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment.
(985) 412-4726 View (985) 412-4726
Gulf Coast Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, FNP-C
1 Endorsed
Prairieville, LA 70769
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide specialized care for various mental health challenges. With expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, therapy interventions, and medication management. My services are tailored to meet your unique needs, fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment where your
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide specialized care for various mental health challenges. With expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, therapy interventions, and medication management. My services are tailored to meet your unique needs, fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment where your
(225) 443-3641 View (225) 443-3641
Dr. Filippo Costanzo
Psychiatrist, DO
Online Only
I'm Dr. Costanzo, a licensed psychiatrist, husband, father, baseball coach, powerlifter, and I love Jesus. What makes my practice different is my belief that medication isn't always the answer. I prioritize therapy, lifestyle changes, and building healthy coping skills first, and use medication thoughtfully, when it can provide meaningful benefit. Unlike many psychiatrists, I also provide psychotherapy myself, allowing for a more comprehensive and personalized approach to treatment.
I'm Dr. Costanzo, a licensed psychiatrist, husband, father, baseball coach, powerlifter, and I love Jesus. What makes my practice different is my belief that medication isn't always the answer. I prioritize therapy, lifestyle changes, and building healthy coping skills first, and use medication thoughtfully, when it can provide meaningful benefit. Unlike many psychiatrists, I also provide psychotherapy myself, allowing for a more comprehensive and personalized approach to treatment.
(814) 482-3850 View (814) 482-3850
Amanda Howington
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like you're holding everything together, but barely keeping up, you're not alone. I work with adolescents and adults who are tired, stretched thin, and ready to feel like themselves again. Many of my patients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and burnout, caught in cycles of overthinking, difficulty focusing, or feeling exhausted no matter how much they rest. I also specialize in the emotional and cognitive changes that come with perimenopause including mood shifts, brain fog, and the feeling that something is just "off" even when life looks fine on the outside.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like you're holding everything together, but barely keeping up, you're not alone. I work with adolescents and adults who are tired, stretched thin, and ready to feel like themselves again. Many of my patients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and burnout, caught in cycles of overthinking, difficulty focusing, or feeling exhausted no matter how much they rest. I also specialize in the emotional and cognitive changes that come with perimenopause including mood shifts, brain fog, and the feeling that something is just "off" even when life looks fine on the outside.
(504) 291-1023 View (504) 291-1023
Hunter Baudier
Psychiatrist, MD
New Orleans, LA 70130
Born and raised in Louisiana, I am a board‑certified adult psychiatrist who is happy to be working with and supporting the greater New Orleans community. Prior to joining Integrative Behavioral Health, I worked as an Attending Psychiatrist at Metropolitan Hospital Center in Manhattan. I completed residency training in New York City at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center with affiliated training at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. I have experience treating a diverse patient population across a wide range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
Born and raised in Louisiana, I am a board‑certified adult psychiatrist who is happy to be working with and supporting the greater New Orleans community. Prior to joining Integrative Behavioral Health, I worked as an Attending Psychiatrist at Metropolitan Hospital Center in Manhattan. I completed residency training in New York City at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center with affiliated training at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. I have experience treating a diverse patient population across a wide range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
(504) 318-2272 x179930 View (504) 318-2272 x179930
Amber Parden
Psychiatrist, MD
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
I work exclusively with adult women navigating major life transitions that can bring overwhelming or confusing emotions, often tied to identity shifts, loss, relationships, or motherhood. My approach focuses on understanding and healing the underlying patterns shaping distress rather than simply managing symptoms. As a psychiatrist, I practice in an integrative and unconventional way. While medication can be helpful in some cases, my primary focus is on psychological insight, nervous system regulation, and developing skills that support deep healing, self-connection, and lasting change.
I work exclusively with adult women navigating major life transitions that can bring overwhelming or confusing emotions, often tied to identity shifts, loss, relationships, or motherhood. My approach focuses on understanding and healing the underlying patterns shaping distress rather than simply managing symptoms. As a psychiatrist, I practice in an integrative and unconventional way. While medication can be helpful in some cases, my primary focus is on psychological insight, nervous system regulation, and developing skills that support deep healing, self-connection, and lasting change.
(225) 256-2201 View (225) 256-2201
Kelsey Sticker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
4 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
Dual-licensed in Louisiana and Arizona, I help individuals (ages 12+) facing various mental health struggles. Many come feeling overwhelmed, lost, or like they've been carrying too much alone for too long. At Restoration Psychiatry, we meet each person where they are, combining evidence-based therapy and thoughtful medication management with a whole-person approach that honors your unique story, values, and support system. Together, we build the resilience and tools you need to heal and to thrive. Our goal is to restore your hope, healing, and stability.
Dual-licensed in Louisiana and Arizona, I help individuals (ages 12+) facing various mental health struggles. Many come feeling overwhelmed, lost, or like they've been carrying too much alone for too long. At Restoration Psychiatry, we meet each person where they are, combining evidence-based therapy and thoughtful medication management with a whole-person approach that honors your unique story, values, and support system. Together, we build the resilience and tools you need to heal and to thrive. Our goal is to restore your hope, healing, and stability.
(985) 531-9453 View (985) 531-9453
Modern Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD, LCSW, LMFT
Slidell, LA 70458
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - We are a team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers and primary care physicians offering convenient and comprehensive mental health treatment across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We specialize in treating a multitude of conditions therefore are able to match you with a provider best suited to meet your specific needs. Let us help you achieve a higher quality of life and overall sense of wellbeing. Contact us today!
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - We are a team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers and primary care physicians offering convenient and comprehensive mental health treatment across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We specialize in treating a multitude of conditions therefore are able to match you with a provider best suited to meet your specific needs. Let us help you achieve a higher quality of life and overall sense of wellbeing. Contact us today!
(985) 304-9569 View (985) 304-9569
Ashley Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70115
Hi, I am a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a significant amount of diverse healthcare experience. I offer a full range of services starting with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and development of collaborative treatment recommendations tailored to your specific mental health needs. I work patiently with my patients to establish rapport, trust and develop the best treatment plan using the focusing on individual treatment management for optimal outcomes.
Hi, I am a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a significant amount of diverse healthcare experience. I offer a full range of services starting with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and development of collaborative treatment recommendations tailored to your specific mental health needs. I work patiently with my patients to establish rapport, trust and develop the best treatment plan using the focusing on individual treatment management for optimal outcomes.
(504) 420-7504 View (504) 420-7504

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Emotionally Focused Psychiatrists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.