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Nikura Tucker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Life can feel overwhelming when stress, anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma, or major life transitions begin to impact the way you think, feel, work, and connect with others. You may appear to be doing well on the outside while struggling internally. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel heard, respected, and understood. I take a whole-person approach to mental health, considering your physical health, life experiences, relationships, culture, and personal values as part of your care.

My approach to therapy

I believe reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Mental health care should be about more than a diagnosis or prescription—it should include understanding, education, collaboration, and meaningful steps toward feeling better. My goal is to help you better understand your experiences, identify what may be contributing to your symptoms, and develop practical strategies that support your mental health and overall quality of life.

What you can expect from me

If you’re ready to take the next step toward feeling more like yourself, I’m here to help. Reach out today to begin your journey toward greater balance, understanding, and well-being.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at McNeese State University, MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Louisiana)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gestalt, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Structural Family, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoanalytic, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavior Management, Behavioral, Attachment Based Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adults, Adolescents, Infants / Toddlers
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1800 Buckner Street Suite A 120
    Shreveport, LA 71101