Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists in Jefferson Parish, LA
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from New Orleans with a background in emergency nursing, psychiatric care, and a passion for helping patients of all ages. My work focuses on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care, with a special interest in supporting women through pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum stages. My goal is to help each patient feel heard, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from New Orleans with a background in emergency nursing, psychiatric care, and a passion for helping patients of all ages. My work focuses on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care, with a special interest in supporting women through pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum stages. My goal is to help each patient feel heard, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey.
My background as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, combined with my clinical experience and additional specialization in Reproductive and Perinatal Psychiatry, provides a unique lens in working with parents/caregivers and their families.
Navigating major life transitions, such as adolescence, young adulthood, and parenthood, can be difficult. Supporting individuals during these periods is my passion.
My background as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, combined with my clinical experience and additional specialization in Reproductive and Perinatal Psychiatry, provides a unique lens in working with parents/caregivers and their families.
Navigating major life transitions, such as adolescence, young adulthood, and parenthood, can be difficult. Supporting individuals during these periods is my passion.
I take a whole-person approach to help individuals and families who are struggling to find balance in their school, home, or work life. I consider the psychological, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of my patients to create a personalized treatment plan that includes medication options as well as tips for sleep, nutrition, exercise, bibliotherapy, and mindfulness. If my patient works with a therapist, I like to collaborate so that our goals are aligned. The ultimate goal for each patient is to give him or her the tools for a purpose-driven life.
I take a whole-person approach to help individuals and families who are struggling to find balance in their school, home, or work life. I consider the psychological, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of my patients to create a personalized treatment plan that includes medication options as well as tips for sleep, nutrition, exercise, bibliotherapy, and mindfulness. If my patient works with a therapist, I like to collaborate so that our goals are aligned. The ultimate goal for each patient is to give him or her the tools for a purpose-driven life.
I was raised in the Greater New Orleans area. I attended Florida State University, majoring in Psychology. I was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with Honors. I attended LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans and graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree. I completed a Psychiatry Residency in the LSU/Ochsner Psychiatry Residency Program. I have practiced in various inpatient, outpatient, community, and private settings throughout my career. I am Board Certified. I am accepting new self-pay and BCBS PPO patients. No other private insurance is accepted at this time. Medicaid/Medicare is not accepted.
I was raised in the Greater New Orleans area. I attended Florida State University, majoring in Psychology. I was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with Honors. I attended LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans and graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree. I completed a Psychiatry Residency in the LSU/Ochsner Psychiatry Residency Program. I have practiced in various inpatient, outpatient, community, and private settings throughout my career. I am Board Certified. I am accepting new self-pay and BCBS PPO patients. No other private insurance is accepted at this time. Medicaid/Medicare is not accepted.
Ashley Navarre is a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner and is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care across the lifespan. Experienced in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, with a collaborative, patient-centered approach. Committed to reducing stigma and empowering individuals to achieve lasting mental wellness.My path to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner began with earning my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and working as a registered nurse, where I developed a strong foundation in holistic, patient-centered care.
Ashley Navarre is a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner and is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care across the lifespan. Experienced in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, with a collaborative, patient-centered approach. Committed to reducing stigma and empowering individuals to achieve lasting mental wellness.My path to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner began with earning my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and working as a registered nurse, where I developed a strong foundation in holistic, patient-centered care.
Hi there, I'm Ashley! I work with clients across the life span in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting individuals and families through mental health challenges. I offer an integrative mind-body approach for comprehensive, compassionate psychiatric care. My goal is to promote psychological well-being. My philosophy is patient-centered, addressing the whole body, mind, social, and spiritual health and wellness.
Hi there, I'm Ashley! I work with clients across the life span in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting individuals and families through mental health challenges. I offer an integrative mind-body approach for comprehensive, compassionate psychiatric care. My goal is to promote psychological well-being. My philosophy is patient-centered, addressing the whole body, mind, social, and spiritual health and wellness.
Taking the first step toward improving your mental health can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’ve been feeling anxious, stuck, or weighed down by stress or depression, support is here. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, build confidence, and develop practical tools to move forward and feel more like yourself again.
Taking the first step toward improving your mental health can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’ve been feeling anxious, stuck, or weighed down by stress or depression, support is here. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, build confidence, and develop practical tools to move forward and feel more like yourself again.
Double board-certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. Provides psychiatric evaluations for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression. Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, OCD, alcohol, nicotine, tobacco, opioids, kratom, stimulants and gambling. Sees ages 16+. Focuses on longer appointment duration for accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plans that include medications, therapy and lifestyle interventions.
Double board-certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. Provides psychiatric evaluations for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression. Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, OCD, alcohol, nicotine, tobacco, opioids, kratom, stimulants and gambling. Sees ages 16+. Focuses on longer appointment duration for accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plans that include medications, therapy and lifestyle interventions.
My name is Alyssa Czudek and I am a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. I have been seeing patients at my own practice in person for over 5 years. My focus is on helping people become their best self, often this is getting back to the "old you." I treat most mental health conditions such as depression and other mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders across the lifespan.
My name is Alyssa Czudek and I am a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. I have been seeing patients at my own practice in person for over 5 years. My focus is on helping people become their best self, often this is getting back to the "old you." I treat most mental health conditions such as depression and other mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders across the lifespan.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm passionate about providing compassionate, personalized mental healthcare for individuals ages 6 and up.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm passionate about providing compassionate, personalized mental healthcare for individuals ages 6 and up.
Passion Rhodes is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with five years of mental health experience as a nurse. As a psychiatric nurse, she worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Passion approaches mental health holistically. She is passionate about the healing and well-being of everyone in her care. She believes wellness begins with mental health.
You can request appointments here and my team will reach out as soon as possible to get you set up!
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Passion Rhodes is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with five years of mental health experience as a nurse. As a psychiatric nurse, she worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Passion approaches mental health holistically. She is passionate about the healing and well-being of everyone in her care. She believes wellness begins with mental health.
You can request appointments here and my team will reach out as soon as possible to get you set up!
See you soon.
Hi there, I'm Alexandra! Choosing a mental health provider is a big decision, and you deserve someone who listens, explains things clearly, and partners with you. My passion lies in helping people regain control, feel more fulfilled and confident, find balance, and build consistency in their daily lives. I believe that mental health care should be collaborative, compassionate, supportive, and tailored to each person’s unique journey. I take the time to truly listen, tailor treatment to your needs, and support you every step of the way.
Hi there, I'm Alexandra! Choosing a mental health provider is a big decision, and you deserve someone who listens, explains things clearly, and partners with you. My passion lies in helping people regain control, feel more fulfilled and confident, find balance, and build consistency in their daily lives. I believe that mental health care should be collaborative, compassionate, supportive, and tailored to each person’s unique journey. I take the time to truly listen, tailor treatment to your needs, and support you every step of the way.
Dr. Rahman strives to the understand the uniqueness in each person’s mental health needs. He has comprehensive experience in treating a wide array of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and panic disorders. He prioritizes understanding the nuances of each person’s journey by trying to understand all the factors leading to them seeking help. He approaches mental health by utilizing biopsychosocial model to see all the varied life experiences that may lead to someone’s current symptoms.
Dr. Rahman strives to the understand the uniqueness in each person’s mental health needs. He has comprehensive experience in treating a wide array of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and panic disorders. He prioritizes understanding the nuances of each person’s journey by trying to understand all the factors leading to them seeking help. He approaches mental health by utilizing biopsychosocial model to see all the varied life experiences that may lead to someone’s current symptoms.
Does your life feel overwhelming? Are you tired of feeling unmotivated, tired and depressed? Are you ready to get help with your worries and lack of concentration? Whether you are studying in Baton Rouge, navigating the streets of New Orleans, living in the heart of Acadiana, or balancing life in North Louisiana, you deserve a partner in wellness who truly "gets it". My goal is that you bloom into the healthiest version of yourself and thrive in all aspects of life.
Does your life feel overwhelming? Are you tired of feeling unmotivated, tired and depressed? Are you ready to get help with your worries and lack of concentration? Whether you are studying in Baton Rouge, navigating the streets of New Orleans, living in the heart of Acadiana, or balancing life in North Louisiana, you deserve a partner in wellness who truly "gets it". My goal is that you bloom into the healthiest version of yourself and thrive in all aspects of life.
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Patients come to my practice for help with their daily mental health issues. They have reached the point of dysfunction and dissatisfaction with their ability to successfully and happily go through life. At times this may mean medication is indicated for treatment and other times breakthroughs can happen with in office psychotherapy. Together we work as a team to assess and work towards your daily, weekly, and life goals.
Patients come to my practice for help with their daily mental health issues. They have reached the point of dysfunction and dissatisfaction with their ability to successfully and happily go through life. At times this may mean medication is indicated for treatment and other times breakthroughs can happen with in office psychotherapy. Together we work as a team to assess and work towards your daily, weekly, and life goals.
My name is Yolanda Cockerham, and I am currently based in Louisiana, but I also see patients in the D.C. area. I grew up in New Orleans.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the both Louisiana and the District of Columbia area, and strive to provide an excellent level of care to the mental health population. My services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and helping individuals become functioning people in their environment.
My name is Yolanda Cockerham, and I am currently based in Louisiana, but I also see patients in the D.C. area. I grew up in New Orleans.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the both Louisiana and the District of Columbia area, and strive to provide an excellent level of care to the mental health population. My services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and helping individuals become functioning people in their environment.
While I am able to treat people across the adult lifespan, I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are trying to conceive, pregnant or postpartum.
Good care takes time, and I value taking the time not only to get to know patients but also to make sure that they feel they have a solid understanding of their available treatment options. I happily coordinate care with obstetricians and other care providers to ensure that any treatment plan created in my office can be completed outside of it.
While I am able to treat people across the adult lifespan, I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are trying to conceive, pregnant or postpartum.
Good care takes time, and I value taking the time not only to get to know patients but also to make sure that they feel they have a solid understanding of their available treatment options. I happily coordinate care with obstetricians and other care providers to ensure that any treatment plan created in my office can be completed outside of it.
I help children, adolescents, and adults experiencing autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and perinatal or postpartum mental health concerns.
Hi, my name is Jill DeBarge.
I am pleased to announce the grand opening of my new company, KAT Connections. Booking appointments now, services begin JULY 21st, 2026! I will be serving children, adolescents, and adults seeking compassionate, individualized mental health care. Clients can come to us for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, life transitions, and other emotional challenges.
I will be taking commercial insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and self pay.
"Where Mental Health Care Meets Meaningful Connection"
I help children, adolescents, and adults experiencing autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and perinatal or postpartum mental health concerns.
Hi, my name is Jill DeBarge.
I am pleased to announce the grand opening of my new company, KAT Connections. Booking appointments now, services begin JULY 21st, 2026! I will be serving children, adolescents, and adults seeking compassionate, individualized mental health care. Clients can come to us for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, life transitions, and other emotional challenges.
I will be taking commercial insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and self pay.
"Where Mental Health Care Meets Meaningful Connection"
I specialize in pregnancy & postpartum mental health, but I also treat anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, ADHD, codependency, & more.
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.
I specialize in pregnancy & postpartum mental health, but I also treat anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, ADHD, codependency, & more.
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.
I work with adult women at every stage of life, with a special focus on pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, and reproductive mental health.
As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of perinatal nursing experience, I provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Every treatment plan is individualized, evidence-based, and considers your goals, lifestyle, and reproductive health.
I work with adult women at every stage of life, with a special focus on pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, and reproductive mental health.
As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of perinatal nursing experience, I provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Every treatment plan is individualized, evidence-based, and considers your goals, lifestyle, and reproductive health.
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FAQ - Perinatal and Postpartum Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with perinatal mental health?
Perinatal mental health refers to the period during pregnancy and the 12 months following childbirth when individuals may experience mental health conditions such as postpartum depression or anxiety. These conditions can arise due to a combination of factors, including hormonal shifts, changes in sleep and stress levels, and relational or social challenges associated with pregnancy and caring for a newborn. Individuals with a personal or family history of mental health conditions, or those who experience complicated or traumatic pregnancies or deliveries, may be at higher risk. However, perinatal mental health conditions are treatable—often through behavioral therapy and, when appropriate, medication.
What does psychiatric treatment for perinatal mental health involve?
Psychiatrists who specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health understand the unique psychological and physiological changes that occur during and after pregnancy. They are trained in evidence-based treatments, including safe medication options for use during pregnancy and lactation. Because symptoms can range from mild to severe, care typically begins with a comprehensive evaluation to assess symptom severity and determine an appropriate treatment plan. Psychiatrists often collaborate with other providers—such as OB/GYNs, primary care physicians, and social workers—to ensure coordinated care.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in perinatal mental health?
Not all psychiatrists have specific expertise in perinatal mental health, so selecting a provider with relevant experience is important. The Psychology Today directory offers search filters to identify psychiatrists with specialization in perinatal care and allows users to refine results based on identity preferences, insurance, and location. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their experience with pregnancy-related mental health concerns, their therapeutic and pharmacologic approach, and how they coordinate with other members of a care team. It is also important to consider practical factors such as availability for appointments and insurance coverage.