People United of Louisiana

People United of Louisiana at 128 Louisiana Avenue, Ferriday, Louisiana is an outpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment provider serving children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors in Concordia Parish and surrounding areas. Accredited by CARF International for outpatient mental health treatment for both adults and children/adolescents, this facility focuses on recovery‑oriented care that integrates mental health and substance use services. The center offers comprehensive outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment designed to support symptom stabilization, functional improvement, and long‑term wellness.

Clients at People United of Louisiana receive personalized care that includes individual, group, and family counseling, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management when indicated. Evidence‑based therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, contingency management, and trauma‑related counseling are used alongside recovery support services like mentoring, peer support, housing assistance, and employment training. The center also provides case management, telehealth therapy options, and transitional planning to help individuals maintain progress in their recovery journey. People United of Louisiana serves a broad range of populations, including LGBTQ+ clients, pregnant or postpartum women, criminal justice‑involved individuals, and those with co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders, emphasizing accessible, community‑focused care.