Meet Our Providers

We know you have a choice of where to go for services. Our team has been assembled to offer the best possible mental and behavioral health care for you.

Meet Our Providers
Dr. Nadia McFarlane, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Nadia A. McFarlane, MD

Dr. Nadia A. McFarlane earned a degree in psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She is also a member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the American Psychiatric Association.

Alyssa Rodriguez, LMSW

Monica (MJ) Jackson, PMHMP-BC

Monica (MJ) Jackson is a committed and dedicated board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about delivering exceptional, compassionate mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. With a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, MJ has always been drawn to the field of psychiatry. 

Julie Thibeaux

Julie Thibeaux, PMHNP-BC

Julie Thibeaux is a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.  She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas, in 2012, followed by her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oklahoma City University in Oklahoma City in 2017. 

Myisha Anderson, PMHNP-BC

Myisha Anderson, PMHNP-BC

Myisha Anderson earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas at Austin and a Master’s of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. She is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for nursing and the American Nurses Association.

Julie Thibeaux

LaRita Whittington, APRN, PMHNP-BC

LaRita Whittington earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern University and A&M College and earned her Master of Science in Nursing at McNeese State University. A dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, LaRita has hands-on experience in managing a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
Shanti Hubbard, MS, LPC

Shanti Hubbard, MS, LPC

Shanti Hubbard, MS, LPC, is a passionate and empathetic therapist with a diverse background. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a double Minor in Chemistry and Philosophy from Xavier University of Louisiana.

Joseph Gaffney III,<br />
MS, LPC-A

Joseph Gaffney III, MS, LPC-A

Joseph Gaffney, MS, LPC-Associate, is a highly dedicated professional with a diverse background and a strong commitment to serving others. With an Associate’s degree in Fire Science from the esteemed Community College of the Air Force, Joseph demonstrated his excellence and dedication in the military and private contracting sector as a seasoned Firefighter/EMT.

Alyssa Rodriguez, LMSW

Jessica Rodriguez, MA LPC-Associate

Jessica holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of St. Thomas, where she graduated with a 3.9 GPA, and a
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Services from Post University. She adheres to the ACA Code of Ethics and HIPAA compliance, ensuring the highest standards of care for her clients.