Summary

LAKESHA NORTHERN WOODS DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a BOARD CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIC & MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

IN PERSON and TELEHEALTH PSYCHIATRY SERVICES & MEDICATION MANAGEMENT in the PRAIRIEVILLE & BATON ROUGE OFFICE

Lakesha  is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), with a doctorate in nursing practice (DNP). She graduated with her masters of science in nursing with a specialty in Family Nurse Practitioner in 2012, from Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. In fall of 2021, Lakesha earned her doctorate in nursing from Southern University School of Nursing . She later on ,became dual certified obtaining her post masters certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in 2023 from Herzing University. 

Lakesha  has over 17 years of combined  nursing experience in a variety of settings including med surg, emergency care, urgent care and mental health services . 

Lakesha has been at the forefront of providing lifesaving and compassionate care to assisting people from all walks of life. 

ALWAYS HOPE LLC

At Always Hope, we provide compassionate and effective counseling services to help individuals, families and couples overcome life's challenges. Our team of experienced therapists are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and live a fulfilling life. We believe that everyone deserves to live a happy and healthy life and we are here to help you achieve that. 


In certain situations counseling isn't enough, our experienced medical providers are here to provide you the one on one medical care that you need to get you through this challenging part of life. Always Hope provides a safe environment that has medical physicians and therapists working hand in hand, to manage your needed care, to get you to feel the way you want to, so that you can move forward into the life you deserve!

  • Abuse or Trauma Recovery
  • Child and Adolescent Therapy
  • Career Counseling
  • Couples Counseling
  • Family Therapy
  • Grief Counseling
  • Individual Adult Therapy
  • LGBTQ Support
  • Medication Management
  • Parenting SupportPlay Therapy
  • Spiritual Support
  • Disability Evaluations
  • GeneSight Testing
  • Emotional Support Animal Letters
  • IEP/504, ACT and College Accommodation Evaluations
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy and Surgery Letters
  • NEXUS Letters

Always Hope exists to bring healing and restoration to our communities by offering accessible, high-quality mental health services rooted in empathy, respect, and clinical excellence. Our mission is to equip individuals and families with the tools they need to build lasting emotional wellness and hope for a better tomorrow. 

WE UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL.... YOU ARE NOT ALONE

DON'T LET ANYTHING STAND in your way.... CHOOSE HAPPINESS!

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Office Locations

Lakesha Northern Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC has 2 locations

ALWAYS HOPE LLC

38105 Post Office Rd Ste 8Prairieville, LA 70769

ALWAYS HOPE LLC

14333 Perkins Rd Ste CBaton Rouge, LA 70810

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Insurance Plans Accepted by Lakesha Northern Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • *if you do not see your insurance listed, please email [email protected] to find out
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna EAP
  • Amerihealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • ChampVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna EAP
  • Community Health
  • Compsych EAP
  • Healthy Blue
  • Holman Group EAP
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • LSU First
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain
  • Mulitplan
  • Optum
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • Verity

Medical Specialties

Lakesha Northern Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Lakesha Northern Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Medication Management
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse
  • TelePsychiatry

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Nurse Practitioner, Louisiana, 2027, Active

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Where is Lakesha Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC's office located?
Lakesha Woods DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC's office is located at 38105 Post Office Rd Ste 8, Prairieville, LA, 70769.

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