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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP

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Karnack, TX 75661
Your goals, concerns, and priorities guide your care. We take time to understand what matters most to you and work alongside you to create a plan that feels realistic and manageable. Whether you are working toward better emotional balance, improved focus, healthier coping, or simply feeling more like yourself again, we are here to support your progress. Commercial insurance accepted through Headway and Alma. Medicare and Medicaid accepted through Thrive Wellness & Mental Health. 903-471-6774
Care may include medication management, supportive therapy, practical strategies, and wellness-focused guidance tailored to your needs. Virtual visits in Texas, Louisiana, Colorado & Oklahoma
Reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, ADHD, or stress has affected your daily life. You deserve care that feels supportive, respectful, and tailored to you. I invite you to take the next step toward feeling more like yourself.
Take the first step to help. Call or Marla Elkins now - (430) 209-4037

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Karnack, TX 75661

(430) 209-4037

Thrive Wellness & Mental Health

Shreveport, LA 71105

My website
I offer telehealth appointments in the early morning, late afternoon & Saturdays so we can meet when & where you are comfortable.
Initial Session Fee $150, Standard Visit $100, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (430) 209-4037
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Karnack, TX 75661

(430) 209-4037

Thrive Wellness & Mental Health

Shreveport, LA 71105

My website
I offer telehealth appointments in the early morning, late afternoon & Saturdays so we can meet when & where you are comfortable.
Initial Session Fee $150, Standard Visit $100, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $150
  • Standard Visit $100

Payment Methods

Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicare
  • Quest Behavioral Health
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I am in-network for many insurance companies , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Medicaid & Medicare also accepted through my private practice at thrive Wellness and mental Health. Please reach out with any questions. 903-471-6774
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
or call with questions - (430) 209-4037
"
I am in-network for many insurance companies , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Medicaid & Medicare also accepted through my private practice at thrive Wellness and mental Health. Please reach out with any questions. 903-471-6774
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
or call with questions - (430) 209-4037

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Texas / AP126137 Marla Dawn Elkins
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Maryville University
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Arkansas State University 2007
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I 'm Marla Elkins, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly 20 years of healthcare experience.
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Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
or call with questions - (430) 209-4037
"
I 'm Marla Elkins, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly 20 years of healthcare experience.
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
or call with questions - (430) 209-4037

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Medication Management
  • School Issues
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (430) 209-4037
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Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (430) 209-4037

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (430) 209-4037
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (430) 209-4037

Location

Primary Location

Karnack, TX 75661

(430) 209-4037

Additional Location

Thrive Wellness & Mental Health

Shreveport, LA 71105

(430) 209-4037
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I offer telehealth appointments in the early morning, late afternoon & Saturdays so we can meet when & where you are comfortable.
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (430) 209-4037
"
I offer telehealth appointments in the early morning, late afternoon & Saturdays so we can meet when & where you are comfortable.
Photo of Marla Elkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Marla Elkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (430) 209-4037