Meet Dr. Laurel
If your child or teenager is struggling with their mental health and you’re looking for a psychiatrist in the New Orleans area, you want someone with both specialized training and a compassionate, family-centered approach. Dr. Antoinette Laurel is a double board-certified psychiatrist in Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry who completed her residency and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training at LSU New Orleans, as well as one year of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson.
Having trained and lived in New Orleans, she brings a deep familiarity with the local community, schools, and resources that support children and families. During her Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship, she also completed advanced training in integrative psychiatry, allowing her to offer a more holistic, evidence-informed approach that considers sleep, nutrition, stress, lifestyle, and family dynamics alongside traditional treatments. She partners closely with parents to understand the full picture of a child’s life and develops thoughtful, individualized plans designed to support long-term emotional health and resilience.
Her practice is nestled in Uptown New Orleans, just a short walk from Tulane University. This quiet, accessible setting reflects her approach to care: calm, thoughtful, and centered on the individual. Whether Dr. Laurel is supporting a young child or guiding a teenager through a transition, she moves at a pace that feels natural and supportive to her patients and their families.
Psychiatry Training
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Louisiana State University Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, 2022 - Chief Fellow
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University of Arizona-Tucson Child & Adolescent
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Psychiatry Fellowship, 2021 - Integrative Psychiatry Track (Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine)
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Louisiana State University-Ochsner Psychiatry Residency, 2020 - Chief Resident
Education
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Medical Degree: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, DO, 2017
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MBA Degree: Rockhurst University, Helzberg School of Management, 2017
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry: Areas of Expertise
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Autism Spectrum Disorder – Support for social challenges, repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Personalized care includes behavioral strategies, social skills support, and medication when appropriate.
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Depression – Persistent low mood, fatigue, and loss of interest. Care integrates therapy and lifestyle support with medication for significant or persistent symptoms.
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Anxiety – Excessive worry, restlessness, and physical tension. Focuses on therapy and nervous system regulation, with medication considered as needed.
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ADHD – Inattention, disorganization, or impulsivity affecting daily life. Managed through behavioral strategies and lifestyle support, adding medication if symptoms remain impairing.
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OCD – Intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. Specialized therapy is the primary focus, often supplemented by medication for moderate to severe cases.
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PTSD – Trauma-related memories, avoidance, and hypervigilance. Emphasizes trauma-focused therapy and regulation skills, with medication for severe symptoms.
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Social Anxiety – Intense fear of social situations and physical anxiety. Treatment includes therapy and confidence-building, with medication used when anxiety limits functioning.
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Bipolar Disorder – Fluctuating moods, energy, and sleep patterns. Focused on mood stability through therapy, lifestyle regulation, and consistent medical management.
"Dr. Laurel is very patient and helpful. She offers me tips beyond medication. She’s very mindful about prescribing medications, and sees if there are other solutions outside of medication first beforehand. I really appreciate this, because it feels like she’s genuine about helping me and not covering up my problems with pills."
"My experience with Dr. Laurel was so wonderful and refreshing. I didn't feel like I was being rushed through the appointment. I felt like she really, truly listened to my concerns, and she asked many specific and relevant questions which made me feel like she was putting actual effort into creating a plan that worked for my specific needs."
Integrative, High-Touch Care for Families
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Holistic & Integrative Care
Dr. Laurel blends evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies—including sleep and stress support, nutrition, exercise, and mind-body techniques. Her approach incorporates targeted supplements and diagnostic lab testing when appropriate, prioritizing medication only when benefits clearly outweigh risks.
A Collaborative, Family-Centered Partnership
Successful treatment relies on a strong support system. Dr. Laurel partners closely with parents and coordinates with therapists and other relevant professionals to create practical, personalized plans. These collaborative strategies are designed to support resilience, emotional growth, and long-term well-being.
Compassionate Care Rooted in the New Orleans Community
Having lived and trained in New Orleans, Dr. Laurel brings a deep understanding of local resources and communities. She provides an unhurried, compassionate, and safe space in Uptown where children and teens can feel truly heard, understood, and supported.
Office Location
We offer in-person child & adolescent psychiatry appointments to patients from New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Algiers, and the surrounding areas, in our Uptown office:
Laurel Psychiatry
84 Neron Place
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 229 - 2368
The space was designed with intention — soft light, natural textures, and grounding tones to create a calm, welcoming environment that supports compassionate psychiatric care for children and their families.
All patients still have the option to meet through telehealth.
FAQs
At what age do you see children?
Dr. Laurel provides care for patients starting at age 5.
Do you prescribe meds for children?
Yes. Medication is considered carefully and thoughtfully, always as part of a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan.
How is integrative psychiatry different from traditional psychiatry?
Traditional psychiatry focuses primarily on diagnosing mental health conditions and managing symptoms through medication and psychotherapy. Integrative psychiatry takes a broader view — it uses those same evidence-based tools, but also considers the biological, lifestyle, and environmental factors that contribute to mental health, including sleep quality, nutrition, stress, and physical activity.
Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, an integrative psychiatrist looks at the whole person and may incorporate approaches such as targeted supplements, lab-based assessments, and mind-body practices alongside conventional treatment. Medication remains an important part of the toolkit when clinically indicated — the difference is that it is considered within a broader, more individualized plan rather than as the default first response.
Do you offer in-person or virtual appointments?
Dr. Laurel offers in-person appointments to families residing in New Orleans and the surrounding area. Louisiana residents who live further away and are not able to travel may schedule virtual appointments.