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THRIVE
Mental Health & Wellness
Supporting Your
Journey
About
At Thrive, we are committed to helping you feel your best—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. We provide compassionate, comprehensive care that supports every step of your journey toward balance and well-being.​​
Marla Elkins is a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurse Credentialing Center, with almost 20 years of experience. She specializes in treating children, preteens, adolescents, and adults with mental health illnesses using an integrative and personalized plan of care.
​" We live in a fast-paced environment, with busy schedules and never-ending life demands. All these bring about psychosocial and psychological stressors, which can be overwhelming and impact our mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing."
Services
Compassionate, Whole-Person Mental Health & Wellness Care
At Thrive Wellness & Mental Health, we believe true healing happens when mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health are addressed together. Our telehealth services are designed to support clarity, stability, and long-term wellness—not just symptom relief.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, mood concerns, focus challenges, or life transitions, we meet you with respect, expertise, and individualized care.
Mental Health
Telehealth Psychiatry • Anxiety Treatment • Christian Mental Health Care
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Our approach integrates psychiatric expertise, counseling, lifestyle-based wellness, and optional Christian faith-informed support to help you achieve emotional balance, mental clarity, and long-term wellbeing.
Comprehensive psychiatric assessments with thoughtful, conservative medication management when appropriate.
Includes support for:
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Anxiety and panic disorders
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Depression and mood disorders
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ADHD and focus concerns
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Sleep difficulties
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Stress-related conditions
We prioritize education, shared decision-making, and regular follow-up to ensure treatment aligns with your goals and values.
Therapy & Clinical Counseling
We provide evidence-based mental health counseling tailored to your unique needs and life circumstances.
Therapy services support:
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Emotional regulation and coping skills
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Life transitions and stress overload
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Mood concerns and burnout
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Personal growth and mental clarity
Sessions are available via secure telehealth and are designed to be practical, supportive, and goal-oriented.
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Faith-Informed Care (Optional)
For clients who desire it, we offer care that respects and integrates Christian values and biblical principles—without pressure or assumptions.
Faith-informed care is always client-led and grounded in clinical best practices.
Wellness & Preventive Care
Preventive Care • Integrative Physical Wellness • Mind–Body Health
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Physical health and mental health are deeply connected. Our physical wellness services focus on strengthening the body to support emotional balance, mental clarity, energy, and long-term health. Physical wellness is not about quick fixes—it’s about building sustainable habits that support your brain, body, and daily functioning.
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Our integrative physical wellness approach may include:
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Lifestyle assessment and wellness planning
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Stress-related physical symptom support (fatigue, tension, headaches)
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Sleep health and energy optimization
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Nutrition and movement education
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Habit-building for long-term health
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Preventive strategies to reduce chronic disease risk
Physical wellness care supports both mental stability and overall vitality.
Secure Telehealth Appointments
All services are offered through HIPAA-compliant telehealth, making mental health care accessible and convenient.
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Benefits of telehealth:
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No commute or waiting rooms
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Flexible scheduling
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Consistent continuity of care
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Accessible across eligible states
Payments
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I am in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts in Louisiana and Texas Quest Behavioral Health in Louisiana and Texas Aetna in Louisiana and Texas , but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please use this Headway link for insurance appointments:
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Original Medicare Accepted
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Medicaid acceptance is pending. We will update this information as soon as it becomes available.
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Self pay - We offer low-cost prices & membership for individuals and families for a monthly fee. Membership includes primary care and mental health services.
Please contact us with any questions.
Testimonials
"My therapy sessions have been transformative, guiding me through a journey of self-discovery and healing."
Sarah M.
"Marla's compassionate approach helped us rebuild our relationship, fostering understanding and empathy."
David H.
"Marla's support and expertise have been invaluable in my healing process and my weight loss journey"
Nina L.
FAQs
Is treatment confidential?
Yes, treatment is confidential to provide a safe and trusting space for open communication and healing.
What types of treatments are available?
Treatments vary based on individual needs. It may include a combination of different options such as medications, therapy, mindfulness training, and complementary supplements.
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What are some illnesses that Thrive can help with?
We can address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship conflicts, and personal growth challenges.
We can help with weight loss, chronic disease management, overall wellness
What are the prices?
Your well-being is important, and it shouldn’t lead to financial burden. We are dedicated to offering care at prices that are more accessible than many others.
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Self Pay:
Initial: $200 Follow-Up Visits: $150
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Membership:
For those over 12 years old: $150 monthly, includes 2 scheduled visits per month (30 minutes each) and 1 quick visit (5-10 minutes).
For those under 12 years old: $100 monthly, includes 2 scheduled visits per month (30 minutes each) and 1 quick visit (5-10 minutes).
Contact Us
(903) 309-0107
Prospective Patients:
Please contact us for an appointment
I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10
" The best way to predict the future is to create it."
​Peter Drucker.