Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists in Jefferson Parish, LA
On the outside, things look fine—but internally, it’s a different story. Ongoing stress, mental fatigue, or difficulty focusing can make it hard to feel like yourself. You don’t have to manage it alone.
At Elite Mindcare & Wellness, I provide evidence-based psychiatric care for adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and stress.
On the outside, things look fine—but internally, it’s a different story. Ongoing stress, mental fatigue, or difficulty focusing can make it hard to feel like yourself. You don’t have to manage it alone.
At Elite Mindcare & Wellness, I provide evidence-based psychiatric care for adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and stress.
Sarah particularly loves working with the LGBTQ plus population and specializes in providing care for a range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and insomnia.
Sarah Farr is a New Orleans native and board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who received her MSN from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing.
Sarah particularly loves working with the LGBTQ plus population and specializes in providing care for a range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and insomnia.
Sarah Farr is a New Orleans native and board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who received her MSN from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing.
Empowered Mind Solutions
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Ashley, Navarre, PMHNP, BC
33 Endorsed
Kenner, LA 70062
I specialize in treating ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Sleep disturbances and PTSD amongst many other mental health illnesses.
At Empowered Mind Solutions, we believe mental wellness should be delivered with compassion, dignity, and excellence. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of experience across diverse healthcare settings, I am committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care in a supportive and professional environment. Our mission is to empower individuals through high-quality psychiatric services that promote healing, balance, and long-term emotional wellness — creating a premier experience in mental health care for every patient we serve.
I specialize in treating ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Sleep disturbances and PTSD amongst many other mental health illnesses.
At Empowered Mind Solutions, we believe mental wellness should be delivered with compassion, dignity, and excellence. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of experience across diverse healthcare settings, I am committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care in a supportive and professional environment. Our mission is to empower individuals through high-quality psychiatric services that promote healing, balance, and long-term emotional wellness — creating a premier experience in mental health care for every patient we serve.
When your child is struggling emotionally or behaviorally, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. You want a place where your child feels safe to open up and where you, as a parent, feel supported and included. I work with children, adolescents, and families to better understand challenges such as mood concerns, attention difficulties, and emotional struggles. Together, we focus on building resilience, strengthening communication, and creating a plan that helps your child thrive at home, in school, and within their community.
my website: truboundariespsychiatry. com
When your child is struggling emotionally or behaviorally, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. You want a place where your child feels safe to open up and where you, as a parent, feel supported and included. I work with children, adolescents, and families to better understand challenges such as mood concerns, attention difficulties, and emotional struggles. Together, we focus on building resilience, strengthening communication, and creating a plan that helps your child thrive at home, in school, and within their community.
my website: truboundariespsychiatry. com
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner treating clients throughout the life span(children and Adults). I specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of mental health disorders including: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia etc. My goal is to combine compassion and expertise in support of your mental health journey.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner treating clients throughout the life span(children and Adults). I specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of mental health disorders including: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia etc. My goal is to combine compassion and expertise in support of your mental health journey.
Mental health conditions can quietly reshape how a person experiences daily life. My role is to help make sense of that and guide a path forward.
Mental health conditions can quietly reshape how a person experiences daily life. My role is to help make sense of that and guide a path forward.
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.
I have been a NP for 13 years. I am certified as both a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) & a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have practiced in diverse settings, including inpatient and outpatient care. I excel in providing holistic, patient-centered care, focusing on both medical and mental health needs. I am committed to patient education and lifelong learning to ensure a high-quality, evidence-based care model is utilized with each of my patients.
I have been a NP for 13 years. I am certified as both a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) & a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have practiced in diverse settings, including inpatient and outpatient care. I excel in providing holistic, patient-centered care, focusing on both medical and mental health needs. I am committed to patient education and lifelong learning to ensure a high-quality, evidence-based care model is utilized with each of my patients.
Jill DeBarge 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 DeBarge 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.
Willa Thompson is a world travel doctorate prepared, board certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has over 39 years of health care experience and over 18 years of mental health care experience. Doctor Thompson has worked inpatient , outpatient, residential, court ordered drug re-entry and virtual care. She is a New Orleans native with compassion and a heart to serve. Dr. Thompson is available for speaking engagements, trainings and free consultations.
Willa Thompson is a world travel doctorate prepared, board certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has over 39 years of health care experience and over 18 years of mental health care experience. Doctor Thompson has worked inpatient , outpatient, residential, court ordered drug re-entry and virtual care. She is a New Orleans native with compassion and a heart to serve. Dr. Thompson is available for speaking engagements, trainings and free consultations.
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.
Nice to meet you! Hi, I am Dr. Brittany Johnson. I am a double board-certified Nurse Practitioner. I obtained my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2019 and my psychiatric degree in 2022. I understand the courage it takes to seek help. I am ready to assist you with compassion and professionalism, guiding you towards a path of better mental health. My approach is to provide evidence-based treatment to meet your mental health needs. I love what I do and view healthcare as a collaboration between us.
Nice to meet you! Hi, I am Dr. Brittany Johnson. I am a double board-certified Nurse Practitioner. I obtained my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2019 and my psychiatric degree in 2022. I understand the courage it takes to seek help. I am ready to assist you with compassion and professionalism, guiding you towards a path of better mental health. My approach is to provide evidence-based treatment to meet your mental health needs. I love what I do and view healthcare as a collaboration between us.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, PMDD, OCD, ODD, and behavioral disturbances.
I am a Louisiana native and received my MSN from the University of South Alabama. I am board certified as a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the ANCC and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood, and psychotic disorders. My background includes emergency room/critical care nurse at Level I & II trauma centers, inpatient psychiatry nursing as well as a variety of other healthcare settings. I have a passion for helping those with their mental health. I utilize a holistic, evidence-based approach with my patients.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, PMDD, OCD, ODD, and behavioral disturbances.
I am a Louisiana native and received my MSN from the University of South Alabama. I am board certified as a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the ANCC and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood, and psychotic disorders. My background includes emergency room/critical care nurse at Level I & II trauma centers, inpatient psychiatry nursing as well as a variety of other healthcare settings. I have a passion for helping those with their mental health. I utilize a holistic, evidence-based approach with my patients.
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.
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.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience providing compassionate, comprehensive care in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience providing compassionate, comprehensive care in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
My ideal client is motivated to improve their mental health and seeks evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression and ADHD through medication management. They may have been to other psychiatric providers and are looking for an alternative option with flexible availability. They may also be dealing with a difficult life situation and are seeking guidance and professional support in a timely manner to help move into a better place mentally and emotionally.
My ideal client is motivated to improve their mental health and seeks evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression and ADHD through medication management. They may have been to other psychiatric providers and are looking for an alternative option with flexible availability. They may also be dealing with a difficult life situation and are seeking guidance and professional support in a timely manner to help move into a better place mentally and emotionally.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide medication management for adolescents and adults with a range of psychiatric conditions, including ADHD/ADD, depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, and I strive to build trust and develop authentic relationships with my patients. Most importantly, I am a results-driven clinician. I incorporate the latest evidence-based research into my practice to ensure that you receive the most effective care.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide medication management for adolescents and adults with a range of psychiatric conditions, including ADHD/ADD, depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, and I strive to build trust and develop authentic relationships with my patients. Most importantly, I am a results-driven clinician. I incorporate the latest evidence-based research into my practice to ensure that you receive the most effective 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.
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FAQ - Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with insomnia?
Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, can be a debilitating condition that can impact all areas of one's life. It can be normal for many individuals to face short periods of insomnia during times of acute stress, and these episodes will often resolve on their own without intervention with medication or therapy. However, when sleeping difficulties become chronic, it may signal a need for intervention. The first-line treatment for insomnia is behavioral and lifestyle modifications that promote sleep; these are often referred to as "sleep hygiene" and can include practices like establishing a consistent nighttime routine, limiting caffeine intake, engaging in regular exercise, and limiting screen use directly before bed. However, if these interventions are not successful in alleviating insomnia, individuals may choose to see a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia to help manage their symptoms, often through a combination of medication and therapy.
How do psychiatrists treat insomnia?
Psychiatrists specializing in insomnia have particular expertise in managing sleep-related conditions; in some cases, clients may also opt to see a psychiatrist who has expertise in a condition that may be contributing to their insomnia, such as anxiety or trauma. Depending on what a psychiatrist assesses as the underlying cause(s) of the client's insomnia, they may recommend a variety of treatment regimens. The severity of the client's insomnia and the degree to which it's impacting their everyday functioning will often determine what type of medication, if any, is prescribed. For clients whose insomnia is largely the result of another mental health condition, such as depression, the psychiatrist may work to manage that condition first to assess whether that resolves the insomnia.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in sleep issues?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia, you can use the Psychology Today online directory "filter" function to search for professionals with expertise in sleep or insomnia. You may also filter by additional specialties that may be relevant, such as anxiety or depression, or therapist identity that is important to you, such as gender or cultural identity. When searching for a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating insomnia and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.