Depression Psychiatrists in Louisiana

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.

Your mental health matters. I am here to assist you in reaching your goals for emotional well-being.
Your mental health matters. I am here to assist you in reaching your goals for emotional well-being.

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.

Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Orleans and proud of her Hispanic heritage, Yesenia Sanchez brings cultural sensitivity, deep empathy, and over a decade of experience in psychiatry to her practice. She is passionate about delivering equitable, compassionate care that supports each client’s healing journey.
Please note: We do not prescribe controlled substances, including stimulants (such as Adderall or Vyvanse) or benzodiazepines (such as Xanax or Ativan).
Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Orleans and proud of her Hispanic heritage, Yesenia Sanchez brings cultural sensitivity, deep empathy, and over a decade of experience in psychiatry to her practice. She is passionate about delivering equitable, compassionate care that supports each client’s healing journey.
Please note: We do not prescribe controlled substances, including stimulants (such as Adderall or Vyvanse) or benzodiazepines (such as Xanax or Ativan).

Royal Health & Wellness Clinic LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP
Lafayette, LA 70508
My name is Helen Ajala. I am a doctoral-prepared Board Certified Family Practice and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a graduate of the Loyola University of New Orleans and Frontier Nursing University, Versailles Kentucky, I have over 35 years of experience in healthcare. I treat patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice settings, from hospitals to outpatient clinics. My philosophy is an all-inclusive patient-centered approach. Our team of dedicated professionals provides fully integrated primary care and behavioral health services for children and adults.
My name is Helen Ajala. I am a doctoral-prepared Board Certified Family Practice and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a graduate of the Loyola University of New Orleans and Frontier Nursing University, Versailles Kentucky, I have over 35 years of experience in healthcare. I treat patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice settings, from hospitals to outpatient clinics. My philosophy is an all-inclusive patient-centered approach. Our team of dedicated professionals provides fully integrated primary care and behavioral health services for children and adults.

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.

Dr. Bliss enjoys helping individuals and families who are struggling to find balance in their home, work, or school life. While she provides brief therapy during follow up sessions, her primary focus is in diagnosis and medication management. Her treatment plan considers the psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being of her patients. Her ultimate goal for each patient is to give him or her the tools for a purpose-driven life.
Dr. Bliss enjoys helping individuals and families who are struggling to find balance in their home, work, or school life. While she provides brief therapy during follow up sessions, her primary focus is in diagnosis and medication management. Her treatment plan considers the psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being of her patients. Her ultimate goal for each patient is to give him or her the tools for a purpose-driven life.

I am a Clinical Psychiatrist with extensive experience caring for many individuals in the greater New Orleans area. I treat all Behavioral Health Disorders. My goal is to promote psychological well-being. My philosophy is patient-centered, addressing the whole body, mind, social, and spiritual health and wellness. Providing thorough and thoughtful assessments are paramount in order to achieve effective, successful treatment and coordination of care.
I am a Clinical Psychiatrist with extensive experience caring for many individuals in the greater New Orleans area. I treat all Behavioral Health Disorders. My goal is to promote psychological well-being. My philosophy is patient-centered, addressing the whole body, mind, social, and spiritual health and wellness. Providing thorough and thoughtful assessments are paramount in order to achieve effective, successful treatment and coordination of care.

I have many years of experience in a variety of settings, both hospital and office based, mostly in the New Orleans area, which has given me valued understanding of numerous mental health struggles and difficulties encountered by people. It has been quite rewarding to help people achieve peace and stability with improvement in mental health.
I have many years of experience in a variety of settings, both hospital and office based, mostly in the New Orleans area, which has given me valued understanding of numerous mental health struggles and difficulties encountered by people. It has been quite rewarding to help people achieve peace and stability with improvement in mental health.

I am dedicated to establishing a trusting, therapeutic client-provider relationship and developing safe, effective evidence-based treatment plans that align with a client’s personal goals.
I am dedicated to establishing a trusting, therapeutic client-provider relationship and developing safe, effective evidence-based treatment plans that align with a client’s personal goals.

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 am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and specialize in medication management of psychiatric disorders. I treat patients of all ages and am currently accepting new patients at two locations in Lafayette and New Iberia. I treat a variety of disorders with a special interest in anxiety and mood disorders. I work closely with therapists, psychologists, and other mental health care providers to provide you with an individualized treatment plan.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and specialize in medication management of psychiatric disorders. I treat patients of all ages and am currently accepting new patients at two locations in Lafayette and New Iberia. I treat a variety of disorders with a special interest in anxiety and mood disorders. I work closely with therapists, psychologists, and other mental health care providers to provide you with an individualized treatment plan.

Kawana Lockwood, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am drawn to psychiatry because of my genuine desire to help people overcome mental health challenges and improve their well-being. I advocate for mental health awareness to reduce the stigma and promote policies that support mental health services. I am motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact on people lives and contribute to their overall mental health. I work at the patient's pace.
Kawana Lockwood, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am drawn to psychiatry because of my genuine desire to help people overcome mental health challenges and improve their well-being. I advocate for mental health awareness to reduce the stigma and promote policies that support mental health services. I am motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact on people lives and contribute to their overall mental health. I work at the patient's pace.

My name is Eurica Gaston. I have practiced as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 6 years. My mental healthcare focus ranges from acute onset of illness to chronic mental illness. My approach to mental healthcare is a partnership between the individual, their families, outside resources, and myself. Each client is encouraged and expected to participate in all healthcare decisions. I provide and promote an environment which is open, honest, and free of judgement.
My name is Eurica Gaston. I have practiced as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 6 years. My mental healthcare focus ranges from acute onset of illness to chronic mental illness. My approach to mental healthcare is a partnership between the individual, their families, outside resources, and myself. Each client is encouraged and expected to participate in all healthcare decisions. I provide and promote an environment which is open, honest, and free of judgement.

Welcome! My name is Stephanie Boudreaux, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in Houma, LA, specializing in compassionate, holistic mental health care. I strive to provide a personalized approach to your mental health through therapeutic communication and medication management. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and address challenges like stress, anxiety, and trauma. I’m here to help you on your journey to well-being. Let’s work together to achieve a happier, healthier life. Reach out today!
Welcome! My name is Stephanie Boudreaux, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in Houma, LA, specializing in compassionate, holistic mental health care. I strive to provide a personalized approach to your mental health through therapeutic communication and medication management. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and address challenges like stress, anxiety, and trauma. I’m here to help you on your journey to well-being. Let’s work together to achieve a happier, healthier life. Reach out today!

I am a Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in medication management. Just as we should take care of our physical and medical health, mental health should also be treated as such. Mental health issues may not go away on their own. Sometimes the help of a mental health professional can get you where you want to be to enjoy life.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in medication management. Just as we should take care of our physical and medical health, mental health should also be treated as such. Mental health issues may not go away on their own. Sometimes the help of a mental health professional can get you where you want to be to enjoy life.

I am Board Certified Family Practice and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am a graduate of McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. I have 10+ years of direct patient care experience.
I am Board Certified Family Practice and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am a graduate of McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. I have 10+ years of direct patient care experience.

I am board certified by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry and General (Adult) Psychiatry. I am a medical doctor (MD) and my specialty is medication management of psychiatric disorders. I work closely with counselors, therapists, psychologists and other mental health providers.
I am board certified by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry and General (Adult) Psychiatry. I am a medical doctor (MD) and my specialty is medication management of psychiatric disorders. I work closely with counselors, therapists, psychologists and other mental health providers.

I am Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health and Family Practice Nurse Practitioner. I am a graduate of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN. I have 20+ years of patient care experience and with my extensive training and experience, I can close the gap between medical and psychiatric care, treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice settings, from hospitals to outpatient clinics. My humanistic holistic approach to care for both mind and body, allows me to give individualized, personalized, comprehensive care for my patients.
I am Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health and Family Practice Nurse Practitioner. I am a graduate of Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN. I have 20+ years of patient care experience and with my extensive training and experience, I can close the gap between medical and psychiatric care, treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice settings, from hospitals to outpatient clinics. My humanistic holistic approach to care for both mind and body, allows me to give individualized, personalized, comprehensive care for my patients.

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management of psychiatric disorders. I currently accept new children, adolescents, and adult patients via telehealth throughout Louisiana. I believe in individualized treatment for all patients and will work with you and your other providers to ensure appropriate treatment is established.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management of psychiatric disorders. I currently accept new children, adolescents, and adult patients via telehealth throughout Louisiana. I believe in individualized treatment for all patients and will work with you and your other providers to ensure appropriate treatment is established.