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Best Psychiatrists in Baton Rouge, LA (2026)

29 psychiatrists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Baton Rouge: Mark H. Zielinski, MD, RP Score 80/100; 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: The Baton Rouge Clinic Psychiatry, 393 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #21.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

29 Baton Rouge psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 29 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Baton Rouge at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Baton Rouge at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Mark H. Zielinski, MD804.9★ (91)Baton Rouge—Overall
2Charles E. Degravelles, MD794.8★ (61)Baton Rouge——
3Amy Copeland, PhD763.9★ (7)Baton Rouge——
4Dr. Donna B. Fargason, MD764.2★ (5)Baton Rouge——
5Amber Parden753.7★ (3)Baton Rouge——
6Anoop Narahari, MD734.7★ (150)Baton Rouge——
7Blake M. Bourgoyne, MD734.8★ (95)Baton Rouge——
8Sudheera Rachamallu, MD725.0★ (27)Baton Rouge——
9Post Trauma Institute714.1★ (186)Baton Rouge——
10Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Baton Rouge704.6★ (75)Baton RougeSat · Sun · Evenings—

The 29 best psychiatrists in Baton Rouge, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Baton Rouge

    #1 Mark H. Zielinski, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews
    Address
    5131 O'Donovan Dr Ste 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Mark H. Zielinski, MD(225) 374-0400

  3. #3 Amy Copeland, PhD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    16777 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
    View profile for Amy Copeland, PhD(225) 761-5820

  5. #5 Amber Parden

    Based in Baton Rouge

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    8032 Summa Ave a, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
    View profile for Amber Parden(225) 256-2201

  6. #6 Anoop Narahari, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 150 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 150 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7473 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Anoop Narahari, MD(225) 769-4044

  7. #7 Blake M. Bourgoyne, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 95 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 95 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7473 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Blake M. Bourgoyne, MD(225) 769-4044

  8. #8 Sudheera Rachamallu, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 701, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Sudheera Rachamallu, MD(225) 765-8648

  9. #9 Post Trauma Institute

    Based in Baton Rouge

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.1★ from 186 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 186 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11911 Justice Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
    View profile for Post Trauma Institute(225) 751-5412

  11. #11 Robert C. Harvey, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 O'Donovan Dr Suite 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Robert C. Harvey, MD(225) 374-0400

  13. #13 Vinay K Vaz, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 O'Donovan Dr Ste 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Vinay K Vaz, MD(225) 374-0400

  15. #15 Enrique Flechas, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.6★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9229 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
    View profile for Enrique Flechas, MD(225) 215-7498

  16. #16 Mercys Healing

    Based in Baton Rouge

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7865 Jefferson Hwy Ste d, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
    View profile for Mercys Healing(225) 529-2207

  17. #17 Renee M Bruno MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    7470 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Renee M Bruno MD(225) 615-8102

  18. #18 Burl Forgey IV, MD

    Based in Baton Rouge

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9229 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
    View profile for Burl Forgey IV, MD(225) 215-7498

  19. #19 Khan Psychiatry

    Based in Baton Rouge

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.5★ from 15 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.5★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7946 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
    View profile for Khan Psychiatry(225) 612-5426

  22. #22 Dr. Brian D. Monette, MD

    Based in Gonzales, 22 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1112 E Ascension Complex Blvd, Gonzales, LA 70737
    View profile for Dr. Brian D. Monette, MD(225) 621-5770

  23. #23 Changing Minds Psychiatry

    Based in Baton Rouge

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    13360 Coursey Blvd Ste B, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
    View profile for Changing Minds Psychiatry(225) 960-4000

  25. #25 Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group Psychiatry - O'Donovan

    Based in Baton Rouge

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5131 O'Donovan Dr Ste 300, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    View profile for Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group Psychiatry - O'Donovan(225) 765-5500

All 29 psychiatrists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychiatrists in Baton Rouge, ranks 26 to 29
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Mindful Connect LLC615.0★ (6)22 mi
27Family Focus573.9★ (21)In Baton Rouge
28Effervescent Psychiatry565.0★ (6)14 mi
29Brightside Clinic492.5★ (22)14 mi

Also serving Baton Rouge

20 more psychiatrists within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked psychiatrists serving Baton Rouge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Baton Rouge General Mid City Medicine Clinic Behavioral Health1.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Bergeron William N MDIn Baton Rouge
Complete Care Psychiatric Services5.0★ (2)14 mi
Courtney C. Gunn, PhDIn Baton Rouge
Crescent City Psychiatric, LLC5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Dr. Chandra M. Katta, MD5.0★ (2)In Baton Rouge
Dr. Marilyn RobyIn Baton Rouge
Dr. Marjorie Person5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Dr. Pamela J. Parsons, MD5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Eleanor HealthIn Baton Rouge
Exceptional Psychiatric Services5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Gerald Heintz, MD5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Louisiana Psychiatry14 mi
Megan Patricia Thompson, DOIn Baton Rouge
Megan Thompson DO LLC5.0★ (2)In Baton Rouge
Melissa Albritton Watson, MD5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Nguyen Psychiatry3.0★ (2)In Baton Rouge
Premier Psychiatric Services, LLCIn Baton Rouge
Synchronicity Psychiatry & Therapy5.0★ (1)In Baton Rouge
Total Life Cares Health Center, LLC5.0★ (2)In Baton Rouge

How we ranked Baton Rouge psychiatrists

We scored 29 Baton Rouge psychiatrists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Baton Rouge data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a psychiatrist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure psychiatry is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask whether the practice offers therapy as well as medication management, or medication visits only.
  4. Check whether you need a referral from your family doctor; in Canada a referral is usually required for publicly covered psychiatric care.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a psychiatrist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is psychiatry?
  • Do you offer therapy sessions, or medication management only?
  • How soon is the first appointment, and how long are follow-up visits?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Psychiatrists in Baton Rouge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Baton Rouge?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Baton Rouge, LA is Mark H. Zielinski, MD with an RP Score of 80/100. It has 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews. Charles E. Degravelles, MD (#2) and Amy Copeland, PhD (#3) follow. We ranked 29 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Baton Rouge?

RankedPsychologists ranks 29 psychiatrists serving Baton Rouge, LA. 24 of them are based in Baton Rouge; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which psychiatrists in Baton Rouge work on weekends?

1 of 29 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Thriveworks Psychiatry & Counseling Baton Rouge (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Baton Rouge psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 29 rated psychiatrists in Baton Rouge is 4.2★, with a median of 11 reviews. The Baton Rouge Clinic Psychiatry has the most, 393 reviews, and ranks #21. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychiatrists?

Each psychiatrist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do psychiatrists outside Baton Rouge count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Baton Rouge city center, our service radius for psychiatrists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can psychiatrists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are psychiatrists in Baton Rouge ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on psychiatry and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who completed a residency in psychiatry and can prescribe medication. A psychologist usually holds a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD), provides therapy and psychological testing, and in most places does not prescribe. Many people see both: a psychiatrist for medication and a psychologist or therapist for talk therapy.

Can I see a psychiatrist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Baton Rouge

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 29 psychiatrists serving Baton Rouge.

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