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Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA

Mending Minds Behavioral Health

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
8542 Siegen Lane, Suite 5, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Demeka Underwood, PMHNP-BC brings a decade of psychiatric nursing experience to her role. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she collaborates closely with patients, offering medication management and psychotherapy for mental health concerns. Demeka earned her master's from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2020, her bachelor's from Franciscan of Our Lady in 2019, and her Associates from Our Lady of the Lake College in 2012. Demeka is the owner and provider at Mending Minds Behavioral Health LLC and worked in many nursing roles, including medical-surgical, mother/baby, and pediatric nursing.
Anissa Womack, PMHNP-BC is a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has recently joined the team at Mending Minds Behavioral Health. With over 10 years of healthcare experience, Anissa brings a wealth of expertise to our practice, specializing in Depression, Anxiety, and Binge Eating Disorder. She adopts a holistic approach to mental health care.
Call or Mending Minds Behavioral Health now for a free 15 minute consultation - (225) 412-0200 x101

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8542 Siegen Lane

Suite 5

Baton Rouge, LA 70810 map

(225) 412-0200 x101

Louisiana 74

Gonzales, LA 70737 map

I offer evaluation & medication mgmt via in-person or telehealth in a confidential setting. Available non traditional hrs for convenience.
I specialize in ADHD and Mood Disorders 
Standard Visit $200, I accept insurance 
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8542 Siegen Lane

Suite 5

Baton Rouge, LA 70810 map

(225) 412-0200 x101

Louisiana 74

Gonzales, LA 70737 map

I offer evaluation & medication mgmt via in-person or telehealth in a confidential setting. Available non traditional hrs for convenience.
I specialize in ADHD and Mood Disorders 
Standard Visit $200, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $200

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (225) 412-0200 x101
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (225) 412-0200 x101

Qualifications

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Demeka Underwood

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Louisiana / 218900 Demeka Underwood
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • University Of Southern Mississippi, Masters Of Science Nursing, Graduated 2020
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Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (225) 412-0200 x101
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (225) 412-0200 x101

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medication Management
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Weight Loss
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Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years experience in both medical and psychiatric settings. Your mental health is our priority. Our services include diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy of various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, insomnia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and more.
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (225) 412-0200 x101
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Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years experience in both medical and psychiatric settings. Your mental health is our priority. Our services include diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy of various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, insomnia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and more.
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (225) 412-0200 x101

6 Endorsements

Wronetta Charles
Wronetta Charles
Psychiatric NurseAPRNFNP-BCPMHNP-B
Compassionate mental health nurse practitioner committed to meeting the individual needs of her clients.
Laura Kight
Laura Kight
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPBCMBA
Highly recommended for the treatment of mental health disorders. Dedicated to improving the lives of others.
Kellie Ferrie
Kellie Ferrie
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPAPRNPMHNP
I wholeheartedly endorse my colleague. With their deep empathy, clinical expertise, and dedication to patient well-being, they consistently provide compassionate and effective care to those struggling with mental health challenges.
Delighted Psychiatry and Wellness Care
Delighted Psychiatry and Wellness Care
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSNAPRNPMHNPBC
Mrs Underwood is a kind, reliable and compassionate provider. She is an asset to the field of psychiatric healthcare.
Steven K Elrod
Steven K Elrod
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSNPMHNP
Professional, expert, and friendly mental health practitioner!

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (225) 412-0200 x101
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (225) 412-0200 x101

Location

Primary Location

8542 Siegen Lane

Suite 5

Baton Rouge, LA 70810

(225) 412-0200 x101

Additional Location

Louisiana 74

Gonzales, LA 70737

(225) 412-0200 x101
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I offer evaluation & medication mgmt via in-person or telehealth in a confidential setting. Available non traditional hrs for convenience.
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Call for a free consultation now - (225) 412-0200 x101
"
I offer evaluation & medication mgmt via in-person or telehealth in a confidential setting. Available non traditional hrs for convenience.
Photo of Demeka Underwood - Mending Minds Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Mending Minds Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, DHA
Call for a free consultation now - (225) 412-0200 x101