The Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Behavioral Health (OBH), based in Baton Rouge, serves as the central authority for mental health and substance use services across the state. Located at 628 North 4th Street, OBH provides comprehensive oversight, resources, and direct care services to support the emotional and psychological well-being of Louisiana residents.
OBH plays a crucial role in managing and coordinating statewide behavioral health systems, ensuring access to high-quality care for individuals experiencing mental illness, emotional distress, substance use disorders, and stress-related physical conditions. Through partnerships with Medicaid’s Healthy Louisiana Behavioral Health managed care plans and the children's Coordinated System of Care (CSoC), OBH ensures that both youth and adults receive appropriate and effective support.
The Office of Behavioral Health works collaboratively with Local Governing Entities (LGEs) to deliver community-based treatment programs and residential services, including direct care through state-run facilities such as Central Louisiana State Hospital (CLSH) in Pineville and the Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS) in Jackson. These services are available to all residents, including those who are insured, underinsured, uninsured, or Medicaid-eligible.
OBH’s mission is grounded in promoting recovery, improving quality of life, and ensuring access to essential behavioral health services for all Louisianans. Whether through prevention programs, inpatient psychiatric care, or outpatient community services, the Louisiana Department of Health stands as a statewide leader in behavioral health advocacy and service delivery.
For more information on insurances accepted by Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Behavioral Health, please contact them directly at (225) 342-2540.
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I went to treatment at Serenity in February 2026.. I have been to 8 different treatment centers and Serenity was hands down the best.. Everyone that works there truly cares for their clients.. Rick is amazing and will take good care of you . If your on the fence about going to treatment. Just go to Serenity. I got so much out of education with Devan. He is awesome.. Everyone is passionate about their job and helping clients.. Go to Serenity!!
Let me say this, I've been doing recovery since 2017. I've yet to find a place where the counselors genuinely care about you the way they do here. If your going through it and your tired of the "same Ole same same Ole" goto a 28 day program and ask to come here the recovery is amazing!! I honestly don't know where I would be without this program. Here is a tip if your not looking for recovery if your unwilling to follow rules and your not willing to change everything and give yourself to this program don't waste your time or their's.
If you are looking for a doctor who truly changes lives, Omar Zapata is absolutely the best in the business. From the very first interaction, it is clear that he operates on a completely different level than most providers. He does not just listen, he truly hears you. He does not dismiss, or minimize your experiences. Instead, he creates a space where you feel safe, understood, and respected as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. What sets Dr. Zapata apart is his rare ability to combine deep clinical knowledge with genuine compassion and emotional intelligence. He takes the time to understand the reason behind what you are feeling, not just the symptoms on the surface. His approach is thoughtful, intentional, and tailored, never one size fits all. You can tell he truly cares about long term healing and growth, not quick fixes. Dr. Zapata has an incredible way of explaining things clearly and calmly, helping you make sense of your health without making you feel overwhelmed or judged. He empowers you with understanding, confidence, and clarity. Every session feels psupportive. You leave feeling Heard and cared for, Just as exceptional is the entire staff. From scheduling to check in and follow up, every team member is kind, professional, and genuinely supportive. They create a welcoming, organized, and compassionate environment that immediately puts you at ease. You never feel like its just another appointment. The staff treats you with respect, patience, and care, which makes the entire experience seamless and comforting. What I appreciate most is the consistency and professionalism across the whole practice, paired with real humanity. Dr. Zapata and his staff show up fully present, engaged, and invested every single time. That level of dedication is rare, and it makes a massive difference in the healing process. They create trust, and trust is everything in health care. Thank you all for putting your patience first!!
Being a patient of Mr.Kentrell was the best help I received, I was very reluctant and quiet at first, expressing myself wasn’t my strongest suit but I was able to get comfortable, open up and dig into things that was apart of my problem and target other things within my mental that was completely different but effected my everyday life. I was able to face a few major things I went through in my past while being educated upon other things, it was all around the best experience. 10/10 highly recommended.
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Top tier treatment! I've been to other centers and this one dosen't compare. The staff is amazing and one can tell they really care about you're improvement. Special thanks to my counselor Mike R. who was like a friend through the whole process. Go here if you want to get better!