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THRIVE
Mental Health & Wellness
Supporting Your
Journey
About
At Thrive, we are committed to helping you feel your best—mentally, emotionally, and physically. We provide compassionate, comprehensive care that supports every step of your journey toward balance and well-being.​​
Marla Elkins is a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurse Credentialing Center, with almost 20 years of experience. She specializes in treating children, preteens, adolescents, and adults with mental health illnesses.
​" We live in a fast-paced environment, with busy schedules and never-ending life demands. All these bring about psychosocial and psychological stressors, which can be overwhelming and impact our mental and physical wellbeing."
Our Services
Mental Health
We are a compassionate and client-centered practice dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional and psychological well-being. We provide a range of mental health services tailored to meet the unique needs of adolescents, adults, and couples in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment.
Our team believes in a holistic approach to mental health that integrates evidence-based clinical care with personalized attention. One of our core offerings is medication management, a collaborative and informed process where we evaluate, prescribe, and monitor psychiatric medications to support mental health goals. We treat psychiatric illnesses such as depression, anxiety, stress, and ADHD.
Wellness
We believe that true well-being goes beyond symptom relief—it involves caring for the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Our wellness services are designed to support clients in achieving balance, building resilience, and living more fulfilling lives.
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Our Wellness Services Include:
1. Medication Management
Evidence-based psychiatric care for conditions such as depression, anxiety, stress, and ADHD. Our providers offer careful evaluation, ongoing monitoring, and collaborative medication planning to support emotional stability and functioning.
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2. Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling that fosters insight, emotional healing, and personal growth. We use approaches tailored to each person’s needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and trauma-informed care.
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3. Christian Counseling & Spiritual Care
For clients who desire faith-based support, we offer Christian counseling and spiritual care that integrates biblical principles with psychological insight, helping individuals find meaning, strength, and direction through their faith.
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4. Stress & Lifestyle Management
We help clients manage chronic stress, burnout, and life transitions by promoting healthy routines, coping strategies, and lifestyle changes that enhance energy, clarity, and well-being.
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5. ADHD Support & Coaching
In addition to medication, we offer tools for improving attention, time management, organization, and emotional regulation for individuals with ADHD.
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6. Wellness Planning & Goal Setting
We work with you to create customized wellness plans that align with your values and goals—whether that involves improving sleep, reducing anxiety, building confidence, or navigating relationships.
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7. Holistic Mental Health Support
We recognize the connection between mental, physical, and spiritual health. Our team offers guidance that may include nutrition support, mindfulness practices, movement, and other holistic approaches.
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At Thrive, wellness is not just a destination—it’s a lifelong journey. We walk alongside you, providing support, encouragement, and professional care every step of the way.
Primary Care
Primary Care Services Include:
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1. Preventive Care & Wellness Exams
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Annual physicals
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Routine health screenings
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Immunizations and vaccines
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Lab work and diagnostic testing
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Lifestyle counseling and risk assessment
2. Chronic Disease Management
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Support for conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and asthma
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Medication management and treatment coordination
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Health monitoring and long-term care planning
3. Acute Care Visits
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Treatment for common illnesses such as colds, flu, infections, and minor injuries
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Same-day or next-day appointments for urgent concerns
Payments
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I am in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts in Louisiana and Texas Quest Behavioral Health in Louisiana and Texas Aetna in Louisiana and Texas , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please use this link for insurance appointments:
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Medicaid acceptance is pending. We will update this information when available.
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Self pay
Please reach out with any questions.
Testimonials
"My therapy sessions have been transformative, guiding me through a journey of self-discovery and healing."
Sarah M.
"Marla's compassionate approach helped us rebuild our relationship, fostering understanding and empathy."
David H.
"Marla's support and expertise have been invaluable in my healing process and my weight loss journey"
Nina L.
FAQs
Is treatment confidential?
Yes, treatment is confidential to provide a safe and trusting space for open communication and healing.
What types of treatments are available?
Treatments vary based on individual needs. It may include a combination of different options such as medications, therapy, mindfulness training, and complementary supplements.
What are some illnesses that Thrive can help with?
We can address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship conflicts, and personal growth challenges.
" The best way to predict the future is to create it."
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Peter Drucker.