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Strengthening Communities Through Mental Health Care
At Bayou Mental Health Services, we are dedicated to providing family-centered, recovery-focused mental health care that empowers individuals and communities. Our philosophy emphasizes strength-based, holistic approaches to promote individual success and freedom of choice. With a team of licensed professionals, including clinical social workers, psychiatrists, and counselors, we offer comprehensive services such as psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention, and behavioral modification programs. We believe growth and change occur when individuals actively engage in their healing journey, supported by a therapeutic environment that values inclusivity and dignity. Our services are designed to help clients adapt to life challenges through personalized counseling, medication management, and education programming.As an organization credentialed by The Joint Commission, we uphold rigorous standards of care while serving diverse populations across Louisiana, Maryland, and North Carolina. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and major insurance providers to ensure accessibility. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our multidisciplinary team's expertise and our mission to strengthen communities one family at a time. By integrating evidence-based practices with compassionate support, we aim to foster resilience and long-term well-being for every client we serve.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Crisis Intervention
Group Counseling
Family Counseling
Trauma Counseling
Mental Health Rehabilitation
Behavioral Modification
Medication Management
Highlights and features
- We offer family-centered, recovery-focused mental health care.
- Our team includes licensed clinical social workers and psychiatrists.
- We provide holistic therapeutic techniques for life challenges.
- We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and major insurance providers.
- Our services promote individual success and freedom of choice.
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Our psychiatric evaluations provide comprehensive assessments to diagnose mental health conditions and develop personalized treatment plans. Led by licensed psychiatrists, these evaluations include clinical interviews, symptom analysis, and evidence-based diagnostic criteria. This service helps clients understand their mental health needs while establishing a foundation for recovery-focused care tailored to individual circumstances.
Crisis Intervention
Crisis intervention services offer immediate support for individuals experiencing acute mental health emergencies. Our trained professionals provide rapid assessment, stabilization techniques, and safety planning to de-escalate critical situations. This service operates within our commitment to community well-being, ensuring timely access to care during moments of urgent need.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions create supportive environments where individuals share experiences and develop coping strategies under professional guidance. These sessions focus on specific themes like trauma recovery or behavioral modification, fostering peer connection while addressing common mental health challenges through structured therapeutic frameworks.
Medication Management
Our medication management service ensures safe, effective pharmaceutical treatment for mental health conditions. Psychiatric providers monitor medication regimens, adjust dosages as needed, and educate clients about treatment benefits and potential side effects. This service integrates with holistic care plans to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Trauma Counseling
Trauma counseling addresses the lasting effects of traumatic experiences through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our clinicians specialize in helping clients process trauma, develop resilience strategies, and rebuild emotional stability within a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic space.
People
LaTonya S. Charles
Administrator
LaTonya S. Charles, LCSW, leads Bayou Mental Health Services as Administrator, overseeing clinical operations and organizational development. Her expertise in clinical social work ensures quality care delivery across Louisiana, Maryland, and North Carolina locations.
Carmen Greenhouse
Clinical Director
Carmen Greenhouse, LMFT, LPC, serves as Clinical Director, guiding therapeutic programs and professional development. Her dual licensure in marriage and family therapy and professional counseling enhances our multidisciplinary approach to mental health care.
Dr. Bryan Bolwahnn
Medical Psychologist
Dr. Bryan Bolwahnn, Ph.D., M.P., provides specialized psychological services, combining his doctorate in philosophy with professional studies to deliver comprehensive mental health assessments and treatment planning expertise.
Jennifer Jones
Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner
Jennifer Jones, APRN, PMHNP-BC, offers advanced psychiatric care, focusing on medication management and clinical interventions. Her board-certified expertise ensures safe, effective treatment for complex mental health conditions.
Andrea Greenhouse
Executive Administrative Assistant
Andrea Greenhouse, BS, supports organizational operations as Executive Administrative Assistant, leveraging her healthcare administration background to maintain efficient service delivery systems across multiple states.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention, group/individual/family counseling, trauma therapy, medication management, and behavioral modification programs tailored to individual needs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, United HealthCare, and other major providers in Louisiana. Maryland and North Carolina locations offer private pay options.
How can I book an appointment?
Click the location-specific booking links on our staff profiles or complete our online contact form to schedule consultations in Louisiana, Maryland, or North Carolina.
Are your services family-centered?
Yes, all our services prioritize family-centered care, integrating family dynamics into treatment plans while maintaining individual recovery focus.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Louisiana, Maryland, and North Carolina through location-specific service models adapted to regional mental health needs.
