MENTAL &
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges require special care. Our highly qualified team work together with each individual patient to give them the tools they need to develop personal, social, and psychological goals that can improve their quality of life.
Behavioral signs that may benefit from our services include:
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Anxiety, stress, extreme worrying, or uncommon fears
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Irritability, anger, disruptive behaviors
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Prolonged sadness, unprovoked crying spells
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Recurrent absences from work or school
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Disrupted personal relationships
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Changes in appetite and/or weight
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Drop in grades or work performance
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Unusual sleeping patterns or chronic fatigue
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Suicidal thoughts or attempts
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Homicidal thoughts or attempts
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Feelings of helplessness, worthlessness, or hopelessness
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Changes in personality or behavior
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Reduced involvement in enjoyable activities
Our Psychiatric services and professional counseling services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults.
Call our clinics today to schedule your appointment.
Tensas - (318) 766.1967
Vidalia - (318) 414.3020
YOUR HEALTH
IS OUR PRIORITY
SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE:
1-800-273-8255
OUR SERVICES
• Medication Management
• Psychological Consultations
• Psycho-Diagnostic Screenings
- Developmental Disability
• Individual & Family Counseling
• Anger Management
• Social Interaction Skills Training
• Grief Counseling
• Telemedicine Counseling
WE CAN DIAGNOSE AND TREAT
• Depression
• ADHD
• PTSD
• Mood Disorders
• Psychiatric Disorders
MEET OUR MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDERS
Amanda Howington,
MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C
Amanda Howington,
MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C
Amanda "Mandy" Howington, is dual certified in Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health with over 20 years medical experience. Her passion to help bring our society’s mental health crisis to the foreground by starting in our community is one of the many reasons we love her. Whether it’s counseling, therapy, or medication, Mandy works directly with our certified counselor to determine the best care and solution for her patient’s mental health.
Education and Certifications
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Master of Science in Nursing: Alcorn State University
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American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners
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American Nurses Credentialing Center
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National Registry Of Federal Medical Examiners
Memberships
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Louisiana and Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners
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American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Katie White, LPC
Katie is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people feel supported, heard, and encouraged.
What I'll be doing
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Offering professional counseling and support through both Tensas and Vidalia clinics
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Partnering with schools to care for students’ mental health and behavior
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Providing a safe space to talk, grow, and build resilience
My Hope
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That together, we can create a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and capable of thriving.
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Katie White, LPC
ADHD
TESTING, TREATMENT, & MANAGEMENT
Whether it's trouble completing tasks at home or difficulty finishing tests at school, we're here to help. Get the clarity and support you deserve—from understanding symptoms to ongoing care that improves focus and well-being.
The most common behavioral symptoms seen in individuals with ADHD are:
• Failure to pay attention
• Distractibility
• Forgetfulness
• Excessive talking
• Constant movement
• Impatience
The good news is we can help! Our trained behavioral health provider can test, treat, and help manage symptoms. Our testing is FDA-cleared for accuracy with reliable, trusted assessments.
Evaluations are formulated for children, teens, and adults.
Call our clinics today to schedule an evaluation.
Tensas - (318) 766.1967
Vidalia - (318) 414.3020
