Business Details
Your Trusted Psychiatrist in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Psychiatry has been dedicated to providing personalized psychiatric care for over two decades. Our practice focuses on delivering expert, compassionate treatment tailored to each patient's unique needs. With a commitment to staying at the forefront of psychiatric advancements, we offer evidence-based therapies including medication management, TMS treatment, and comprehensive mental health evaluations. Our founder, Dr. Degan J. Dansereau, brings extensive experience from prestigious institutions like Duke, Harvard, and MUSC to serve patients across Greater New Orleans.We prioritize patient autonomy through transparent communication and individualized treatment planning while maintaining strict independence from pharmaceutical industry influences. Our historic Uptown location provides a welcoming environment for outpatient psychiatric care, serving both in-person and virtual appointments.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Medication Management
TMS Therapy
Telemedicine Consultations
Genetic Testing Guidance
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of specialized psychiatric experience in New Orleans
- Personalized treatment plans combining medication and therapy
- Advanced TMS therapy expertise for treatment-resistant conditions
- No pharmaceutical industry financial ties or influences
- Convenient telemedicine options for ongoing care
Associations and certifications
- Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
- Member of the Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association
- Board Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for mood and anxiety disorders. Our board-certified psychiatrist conducts thorough assessments to develop accurate diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Services include detailed clinical interviews and evidence-based diagnostic formulation.
TMS Therapy
FDA-cleared non-invasive treatment for treatment-resistant depression and OCD. This advanced therapy uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain regions, offering relief when traditional medications prove ineffective. Administered by specially trained psychiatrists with extensive TMS certification.
Medication Management
Expert prescription and monitoring of psychiatric medications. Our approach emphasizes careful dosage adjustments and regular follow-ups to optimize treatment effectiveness while minimizing side effects. Includes comprehensive education about medication benefits and potential interactions.
Telemedicine Consultations
Secure online appointments for psychiatric care. Available for Louisiana residents needing convenient access to follow-up care and treatment adjustments. Maintains the same high standard of personalized attention through encrypted video conferencing technology.
Genetic Testing Guidance
Optional genetic analysis to inform medication selection. Helps identify how individual genetic factors may affect medication response. Our specialists provide expert interpretation of test results to guide more effective, personalized treatment decisions.
People
Degan J. Dansereau
Board Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Dansereau is a Louisiana-licensed psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience treating mood and anxiety disorders. A Tulane-trained physician and former Chief Resident, he specializes in TMS therapy and evidence-based psychiatric care while maintaining independence from pharmaceutical industry influences.
Questions
What psychiatric conditions do you treat?
We treat depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide virtual consultations for Louisiana residents needing convenient access to psychiatric care and follow-up appointments.
What is TMS therapy?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is a non-invasive FDA-cleared treatment for depression and OCD that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain regions when medications aren't effective.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Dansereau currently accepts new patients with appointments typically available within one week of initial contact.
Do you accept insurance?
We participate with traditional Medicare and can file out-of-network claims for other insurance plans as needed.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our office at 504-897-0201 to schedule your first appointment or request a follow-up consultation with Dr. Dansereau.
