Find a psychiatrist in Shreveport, LA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Shreveport, LA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Shreveport across neighborhoods like Allendale, Lakeside, and South Highlands. Headway connects you with 68 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many available within days. Most patients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.
Brandy Cooks is a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a deep commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care. With a unique blend of experience in both education and healthcare, Brandy is passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being and achieve their personal health goals.
Accepting new patients in MONTANA ONLY. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Gage Holistic Psychiatry, committed to providing personalized, holistic care. I specialize in integrative and functional psychiatry, working with LGBTQ+ clients and those navigating hormone-related changes such as perimenopause, menopause, and gender transition. My goal is to treat root causes—not just symptoms—for lasting mental wellness.
As a Stanford-trained psychiatrist, I work closely with Dr. Sethi at Metabolic Psychiatry Labs (MPL) to manage serious mental illness conditions including bipolar, depression, binge eating disorder, and psychosis. While I am trained in multiple types of psychotherapy, including CBT, psychodynamic, DBT, ACT, and Internal Family Systems. I believe in treating the root cause of mental illness. I provide supportive therapy around your metabolic and psychiatric conditions using different therapeutic approaches.
About our psychiatrists serving Shreveport, LA
- 100%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 91%PTSD
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 87%Bipolar disorder
- 97%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 59%Oxford
- 59%United Healthcare
- 99%English
- 4%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Yoruba
- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online
- 91%Woman
- 9%Man
- 94%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 97%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Shreveport
Finding psychiatrists in Shreveport starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication needs. Therapists focus on talk therapy. Both can be valid starting points depending on your needs. Psychiatry may be a fit if you want support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management. Look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want help with.
Shreveport has local psychiatry options across areas like Allendale, Lakeside, and South Highlands, and virtual appointments can add more flexibility if nearby offices or appointment times are limited. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so it helps to compare availability, appointment format, and whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each psychiatrist’s communication style, clinical focus, and what to expect from appointments.
Psychiatric care in Shreveport can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your needs, accept your plan, and are ready to take new patients. You can compare profiles, review availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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