Marcia Smith, NP — Psychiatrist in Louisiana

Hi there, I'm Marcia!

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience and a strong foundation in mental health care. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health conditions.

My focus

I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, Autism, ADHD, and psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. My focus is on improving daily functioning, emotional balance, and quality of life through thoughtful assessment and personalized care.

My approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. Healing begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected. I create a safe space where you can openly share concerns and take an active role in care. Together, we build personalized, evidence-based plans that support emotional stability and lasting wellness.

My communication style

My communication style is open, clear, and supportive. I encourage questions and honest dialogue, so you feel informed and empowered in your care. I strive to explain diagnoses and treatment options in a way that is easy to understand and free of judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began with a passion for nursing and serving others. Working in diverse psychiatric settings deepened my commitment to mental health care. Becoming a PMHNP expanded my ability to provide compassionate, comprehensive treatment. I am also pursuing a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Autism to broaden my expertise.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by combining careful assessment, medication management when appropriate, education, and ongoing collaboration. We regularly review progress, adjust treatment as needed, and focus on building skills and resilience that support long-term success.

Our first session

A first session with me is thorough yet supportive. We discuss your history, current concerns, and goals in a relaxed, respectful environment. I complete a comprehensive evaluation, answer your questions, and collaborate with you on a clear plan for moving forward.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Types of care

Psychiatry
Medication Management

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

+ 14 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Nursing from Walden University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Marcia Smith