Emotionally Focused Psychiatrists in Louisiana

Photo of Deidra Thompson - Brightside Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Brightside Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
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.
(337) 607-0683 View (337) 607-0683
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Pathways Behavioral Center, LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Kenner, LA 70065
Pathways Behavioral Center is an out-patient MAT and recovery clinic. Our clinical model treats patients with opioid addiction with individual therapy and medication management. We also specialize in chronic depression, bipolar and cognitive/behavioral disorders. We have two psychiatrists on staff to provide professional and individualized services to treat your needs. Please do not hesitate to call with any questions. We will conduct a personal intake over the phone to see what will best suit your needs.
Pathways Behavioral Center is an out-patient MAT and recovery clinic. Our clinical model treats patients with opioid addiction with individual therapy and medication management. We also specialize in chronic depression, bipolar and cognitive/behavioral disorders. We have two psychiatrists on staff to provide professional and individualized services to treat your needs. Please do not hesitate to call with any questions. We will conduct a personal intake over the phone to see what will best suit your needs.
(504) 608-5910 View (504) 608-5910
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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
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Integrated Behavioral Health-Baton Rouge
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, LPC-S, LCSW, LPC
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
We are a multidisciplinary team focusing on offering comprehensive care through medication management and therapy sessions to children as young as five, adolescents, and adults over telehealth or in person. Our Baton Rouge team includes Blaine Grice, PMHNP-BC, Casey Sommers, LPC-S (Clinical Director), and Daja Williams, LPC. Our providers specialize in treating clients holistically, centering your symptoms, needs, and goals to offer you support using evidenced based approaches, tools, and techniques including ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR. Please call today at (225) 424 - 1822 or visit our website for to schedule.
We are a multidisciplinary team focusing on offering comprehensive care through medication management and therapy sessions to children as young as five, adolescents, and adults over telehealth or in person. Our Baton Rouge team includes Blaine Grice, PMHNP-BC, Casey Sommers, LPC-S (Clinical Director), and Daja Williams, LPC. Our providers specialize in treating clients holistically, centering your symptoms, needs, and goals to offer you support using evidenced based approaches, tools, and techniques including ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR. Please call today at (225) 424 - 1822 or visit our website for to schedule.
(225) 523-3497 View (225) 523-3497
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Amber Parden
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
I am currently only treating adult female patients. I have been working with women, particularly in the midst of big life changes that may introduce challenging feelings and emotions that often do not make sense. I focus on helping navigate the understanding, learning and healing from these challenges in order to feel well and live a whole, fulfilled life. As a psychiatrist, I have an approach that is atypical, focusing more on skills and healing the self rather than heavy reliance on medications. I do believe that psychiatric medications can play a role in the healing journey in some cases, however, this is not often my focus.
I am currently only treating adult female patients. I have been working with women, particularly in the midst of big life changes that may introduce challenging feelings and emotions that often do not make sense. I focus on helping navigate the understanding, learning and healing from these challenges in order to feel well and live a whole, fulfilled life. As a psychiatrist, I have an approach that is atypical, focusing more on skills and healing the self rather than heavy reliance on medications. I do believe that psychiatric medications can play a role in the healing journey in some cases, however, this is not often my focus.
(225) 256-2201 View (225) 256-2201
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Keith Robin Jr
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Metairie, LA 70001
I'm passionate about helping individuals facing ADHD, depression, and anxiety gain clarity, emotional balance, and practical tools to thrive by providing compassionate, personalized mental health care. 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 facing ADHD, depression, and anxiety gain clarity, emotional balance, and practical tools to thrive by providing compassionate, personalized mental health care. 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
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Modern Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD, LCSW, LMFT
Hammond, LA 70403
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
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Scott Lavie
Psychiatrist, MD
New Orleans, LA 70115
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
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Erin Blaise Cole
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Metairie, LA 70001
I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and treatment for mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, and ADD/ADHD. 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 nutrition, exercise, and sleepy hygiene. My main goal is to support patients in becoming the best versions of themselves. I especially enjoy working with college students, married couples, new parents, and those starting a new career.
I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and treatment for mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, and ADD/ADHD. 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 nutrition, exercise, and sleepy hygiene. My main goal is to support patients in becoming the best versions of themselves. I especially enjoy working with college students, married couples, new parents, and those starting a new career.
(504) 474-5777 View (504) 474-5777
Photo of Timothy Gioe, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Timothy Gioe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
5 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
Photo of Eric Palmer - Always Hope LLC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PHMNPBC, NP-C
Always Hope LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PHMNPBC, NP-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am New York transplant who received his Masters degree as a Nurse Practitioner from South University in Savannah Georgia and then went on to pursue a Doctorate of Nursing Practice at Chamberlain University. I am nationally board certified in Psychiatric/Mental/Behavioral medicine, Family Medicine, and Emergency medicine. I practice in 3 locations Baton Rouge, Metairie and the Prairieville Office. I believe that mental health is the foundation for physical health. Working as a team with the other medical providers, I want to help patients build that strong foundation.
I am New York transplant who received his Masters degree as a Nurse Practitioner from South University in Savannah Georgia and then went on to pursue a Doctorate of Nursing Practice at Chamberlain University. I am nationally board certified in Psychiatric/Mental/Behavioral medicine, Family Medicine, and Emergency medicine. I practice in 3 locations Baton Rouge, Metairie and the Prairieville Office. I believe that mental health is the foundation for physical health. Working as a team with the other medical providers, I want to help patients build that strong foundation.
(225) 425-8039 View (225) 425-8039
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Mary Alyssa Schexnaydre
Physician Assistant, PA-C, CAQ, psy
New Orleans, LA 70115
As a nationally certified physician assistant in psychiatry, I am committed to developing personalized treatment plans that cater to your specific needs, goals, and experiences. I understand that mental health is as unique as the individual experiencing it. By prioritizing active listening and a compassionate, holistic approach, we work together to help you navigate the complexities of life, ensuring you feel heard, understood, and supported in every season of your journey.
As a nationally certified physician assistant in psychiatry, I am committed to developing personalized treatment plans that cater to your specific needs, goals, and experiences. I understand that mental health is as unique as the individual experiencing it. By prioritizing active listening and a compassionate, holistic approach, we work together to help you navigate the complexities of life, ensuring you feel heard, understood, and supported in every season of your journey.
(504) 414-4319 View (504) 414-4319
Photo of Dr. Jeremy Bernard Sanders - Jeremy Sanders Psychiatry, LLC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Jeremy Sanders Psychiatry, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Dr. Jeremy Sanders, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner licensed by the State of Louisiana to provide patient centered mental health services to patients ages 21 and older. Jeremy's combination of clinical education and experience provides a strong foundation for meeting the complex behavioral health needs. He has been an asset to the community in the southern Louisiana area. He believes in building a trusting relationship with patients.
Dr. Jeremy Sanders, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner licensed by the State of Louisiana to provide patient centered mental health services to patients ages 21 and older. Jeremy's combination of clinical education and experience provides a strong foundation for meeting the complex behavioral health needs. He has been an asset to the community in the southern Louisiana area. He believes in building a trusting relationship with patients.
(337) 221-9361 View (337) 221-9361
Photo of Ellie Parrish - Always Hope LLC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
Always Hope LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
1 Endorsed
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
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Felicia Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC
Online Only
We are now offering Behavioral Health appointments, Therapy, ADHD Assessment and Treatment, as well as Primary Care and much more. We have dual board certified licensed providers ready to assist you with your behavioral health needs. If you're wanting to switch providers or establish online care send us a message for more information. We treat a variety of healthcare needs including medication management, diabetes management, weight management, depression and anxiety. Book today for an assessment. We offer low cash pay prices as well as accept insurance. Download our app today or contact us to confirm we accept your insurance.
We are now offering Behavioral Health appointments, Therapy, ADHD Assessment and Treatment, as well as Primary Care and much more. We have dual board certified licensed providers ready to assist you with your behavioral health needs. If you're wanting to switch providers or establish online care send us a message for more information. We treat a variety of healthcare needs including medication management, diabetes management, weight management, depression and anxiety. Book today for an assessment. We offer low cash pay prices as well as accept insurance. Download our app today or contact us to confirm we accept your insurance.
(337) 242-7322 View (337) 242-7322
Photo of Jessica Doucette, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Jessica Doucette
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I’m a Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, including time spent in the ICU and now in mental health. I work with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and everyday stress—life can get heavy, and you don’t have to carry it alone. My approach is relaxed, supportive, and personalized. I believe in meeting people where they are and working together to find what truly helps—whether that’s medication management, lifestyle support, or just having someone to talk to who listens and gets it.
Hi there! I’m a Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, including time spent in the ICU and now in mental health. I work with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and everyday stress—life can get heavy, and you don’t have to carry it alone. My approach is relaxed, supportive, and personalized. I believe in meeting people where they are and working together to find what truly helps—whether that’s medication management, lifestyle support, or just having someone to talk to who listens and gets it.
(504) 414-4993 View (504) 414-4993

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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.