L&A Behavioral Health Services LLC

03/04/2026

Happy Hump Day!

03/02/2026

In Honor Of Women’s History Month We Would Like To Reintroduce Our Provider:

Our provider graduated from Grambling State University in 2000 and began her career in pediatric nursing at LSUMC. She later worked in Oncology, Medical-Surgical, and Emergency Room nursing, where she first cared for mental health clients. While excelling in these roles, she also gained diverse experience through agency nursing.

In 2004, she began her Master of Science studies at Northwestern State University but paused due to health concerns. She resumed and earned her degree from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Following graduation, she taught Psychiatric, Pediatric, and Medical-Surgical Nursing at SUSLA and later became an Assistant Professor at Northwestern State University, teaching Critical Care and Psychiatric Nursing while continuing part-time clinical work.

In 2018, she pursued advanced psychiatric training at Saint Louis University (SLU) a top-ranked university, completing rigorous clinical hours under renowned mentors. After graduating in 2020, she launched L&A Behavioral Health Services. In 2021, she became the first Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to open a private practice in the Shreveport-Bossier area, providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care.

03/01/2026

02/28/2026

This Is TRUE….
I started my practice October 2021 with absolutely no knowledge on how to start a private practice/business. I only knew My Role as Provider….. I Researched many things in the beginning thinking I knew but…. I learned things the hard way ESPECIALLY NOT knowing everything there is to know about billing/coding/provider portals/ signing my own payment billing paperwork/knowing where payments were going/ How to track claims and watching my Revenue… let’s just say… I lost my first 3.5 years because I wasn’t educated… I have and still today share my past experiences with my fellow entrepreneurs who are thinking of or who have started their own private practice. I also share things I may come across I feel they should know they may or may not know about. I do this because I don’t want anyone to experience some of the things I have… Especially working hard, giving it their all and getting ripped off and not knowing important things they should know about owning/running a private practice…
TO BE GREAT!

02/16/2026

Good morning, coffee drinkers! ☕While caffeine in the morning is super delightful ☀️ , becoming reliant on it can have negative side effects! Don't worry though, everything in moderation is key (and decaf works as a great substitute)!

02/11/2026

There are many reasons why people struggle to Fall and Stay Asleep: Medical/Environmental Factors-Stress-Depression-Anxiety-Hormone Changes-Eating & Drinking Habits… Getting A Good Night Sleep is Essential For Your Brain….
&A Behavioral Health Services LLC

01/31/2026

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01/31/2026

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01/31/2026

Signs of Depression Checklist

Checking more than five symptoms may be a sign that someone is experiencing symptoms associated with depression.

However, please note: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Always seek guidance from a licensed healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.

If these symptoms feel familiar, you don’t have to go through it alone. Thomas Family & Behavioral Health Services is here to support your mental wellness. Call 318-231-1127 to get started.