Virtual care for mental health

We are now offering virtual care visits for mental and behavioral health concerns. You can access consultative sessions with a pediatric psychologist through our Virtual Care for Kids line at 504.837.7760.

Our pediatric virtual care visits for mental health services are consultative, short-term (1-2) visits. These are not intended to serve as a replacement for long-term or ongoing treatment.

Common pediatric mental health conditions we treat:

• COVID-19 related concerns:
  • Adjustment to new routines/coping with changes in daily life
  • Grief and sadness related to cancelled events/milestones
  • Concerns about family/friends well-being
  • Social isolation
• General concerns:
  • Anxiety
  • Changes in mood
  • Behavior problems
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Other common and mild behavioral/mental health concerns

Below is a list of mental health services not available through virtual care visits:

• Emergency situations – if this an emergency situation, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room. Click here for a list of LCMC Health Emergency Departments.
  • Suicidal or homicidal thoughts/behaviors
  • Life-threating behaviors
  • Behaviors that require intensive intervention (e.g.: law enforcement is needed)
• Medication management or consultation
• Academic, cognitive, or psychological testing

If you need assistance with other services that are not covered by this clinic, please
call (504) 896-7272 for assistance.