The 20 Best Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Doctors Near Me in Lake Charles, LA

Find the Top Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) near Lake Charles, LA. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Advanced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Advanced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Lake Area Psychiatry, LLC

    333 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 220, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erica Hessifer is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hessifer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

    Advanced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Advanced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Memorial Behavioral Health Clinic

    2615 Enterprise Blvd Ste A, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mario Valencia is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Valencia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Institute For Neuropsychiatry Apmc

    2829 4th Ave Ste 150, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Murdock is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Murdock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Major Depression.

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    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Office

    900 Ryan St Ste 400, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Murphy is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Memorial Behavioral Health Clinic

    2615 Enterprise Blvd Ste A, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Wright is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Memorial Behavioral Health Clinic

    2615 Enterprise Blvd Ste A, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Ryder is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Ryder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Dementia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Louisiana Behavioral Health Services

    1202 Kirkman St Ste C, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Papaspyros is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Papaspyros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Office

    333 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 220, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Buttross is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Buttross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, and Major Depression.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Psychiatry

    CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Guidry is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Guidry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    2802 Hodges St, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Hayes is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hayes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression. Dr. Hayes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine

    Lsuhsc Family Practice Center @ Lcmh

    1525 Oak Park Blvd, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Earl Soileau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Soileau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency. Dr. Soileau is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Internal Medicine

    Second Ave. Mri LLC

    2770 3rd Ave, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Karam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Karam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Sepsis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine

    Wound Care Center

    1801 Oak Park Blvd, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ameer Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Emergency Medicine

    Moss Memorial Health Clinic

    1000 Walters St, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Sherk is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Sherk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Neuropathy, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Specialists

    217 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy Ste 104, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Micah Leleux is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Leleux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Endoscopy, and Myringotomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

    Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a type of anxiety disorder. It can occur after you have gone through an extreme emotional trauma that involved the threat of injury or death.

    When should I see a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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