Lake Area Psychiatry, LLC

Lake Area Psychiatry, LLC Established in 2002, we provide the highest level of psychiatric care for all in SWLA. Our Counseling and therapy programs vary widely.

Lake Area Psychiatry has deeply committed mental health professionals who provide an integrated approach to mental illness that allows you to benefit from a wide range of therapies that will suit your personal and unique needs. Founded in 2001 by David Buttross III, MD, Lake Area Psychiatry offers the best psychiatric care with licensed therapists and physicians. We specialize in the treatment of depression anxiety and many other behavioral-related problems.

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and reflect. 🍂
Gratitude isn’t just something we feel—it’...
11/27/2025

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨

Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and reflect. 🍂

Gratitude isn’t just something we feel—it’s something we practice.

Our new Thanksgiving Reflection blog explores how slowing down to appreciate small moments can strengthen emotional resilience and improve mental health.
Read it here and give yourself permission to notice the good. 🤍🧡


Read more about Thanksgiving on our latest blog at lakeareapsychiatry.org!

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Area Psychiatry! 🧡Our office will be closed Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November...
11/26/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Area Psychiatry! 🧡

Our office will be closed Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th, and will reopen Monday, December 1st.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful holiday! 🦃

✨ This Week’s Tip: Acts of Kindness & Mental HealthKindness is powerful—it benefits both the giver and receiver. Let’s s...
11/25/2025

✨ This Week’s Tip: Acts of Kindness & Mental Health

Kindness is powerful—it benefits both the giver and receiver. Let’s spread positivity and uplift others.

What’s a small act of kindness you’ve done recently? 💙


Stay tuned for more next week! 💡

✨ This Week’s Tip: Navigating Family DynamicsFamily gatherings can be complicated. Practice patience, set healthy bounda...
11/18/2025

✨ This Week’s Tip: Navigating Family Dynamics

Family gatherings can be complicated. Practice patience, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize your well-being this season. 🏡

Stay tuned for more next week! 💡

Wishing you a wonderful Friday from Lake Area Psychiatry!
11/14/2025

Wishing you a wonderful Friday from Lake Area Psychiatry!

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨🌎💛Happy World Kindness Day!Kindness is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to improve men...
11/13/2025

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨

🌎💛Happy World Kindness Day!

Kindness is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to improve mental health—both yours and others'. Small acts like a smile, a text of encouragement, or a moment of patience can create real change.

Read more about how kindness impacts the mind and body on our latest blog at lakeareapsychiatry.org!

✨ This Week’s Tip: Coping with Holiday StressThe holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Set boundaries,...
11/11/2025

✨ This Week’s Tip: Coping with Holiday Stress

The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Set boundaries, take breaks, and focus on what truly matters. ❤️ Stay tuned for more next week! 💡

✨ This Week’s Tip: The Mental Health Benefits of GratitudeGratitude isn’t just a feel-good practice—it’s a science-backe...
11/04/2025

✨ This Week’s Tip: The Mental Health Benefits of Gratitude

Gratitude isn’t just a feel-good practice—it’s a science-backed way to boost mood and reduce stress. It puts things into perspective, improves empathy, reduces aggression, strengthens relationships, improves resilience, and reduces perceived stress.

What’s one thing you’re grateful for today? 🍁 Stay tuned for more next week! 💡

✨This Month’s Tips: Gratitude & Mental Wellness📢 At Lake Area Psychiatry, we’re committed to supporting your mental well...
11/04/2025

✨This Month’s Tips: Gratitude & Mental Wellness

📢 At Lake Area Psychiatry, we’re committed to supporting your mental well-being. Join us every Tuesday as we share insights, tips, and encouragement to help you prioritize your mental health. 💙 Stay tuned for more each week! 💡

🌿 Don’t Ignore the SignsDepression isn’t always obvious—sometimes it looks like exhaustion, irritability, or “just pushi...
10/30/2025

🌿 Don’t Ignore the Signs

Depression isn’t always obvious—sometimes it looks like exhaustion, irritability, or “just pushing through.”
Screening allows us to catch symptoms early and get the right support in place.

We wrote a short blog explaining why this matters for everyone.

Read more at lakeareapsychiatry.org

✨ This Week’s Tip: Overcoming Negative Self-TalkYour inner voice matters. Challenge negative thoughts and replace them w...
10/28/2025

✨ This Week’s Tip: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk

Your inner voice matters. Challenge negative thoughts and replace them with self-compassion and encouragement. 💙 Stay tuned for more next week! 💡

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401 Drive Michael DeBakey Dr. Ste, 301
Lake Charles, LA
70601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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