Helpful information About Treatment

We believe the most meaningful therapeutic work happens in person, where the connection and energy of the session can be most fully experienced. For this reason, we strongly encourage women to come into the office whenever possible.

Telehealth sessions are available in certain situations:

  • With Dr. Parden: Virtual visits may be offered for established patients when appropriate, particularly for medication management or coaching sessions. Coaching is available across state lines for women who are not seeking psychiatric treatment but would like support in their wellness journey.

  • With Rose Ford, LPC: While virtual visits may be considered on occasion, most therapy sessions are best held in person to preserve the depth and connection that in-person work allows.

Please note: Synchronicity Psychiatry & Therapy serves adult women only.

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Working with a Psychiatrist & Therapist

Many women choose to work with both a psychiatrist and a therapist. Traditionally, psychiatrists focus primarily on medication management, while therapy is provided elsewhere. At Synchronicity Psychiatry & Therapy, however, Dr. Parden offers a robust psychotherapy practice in addition to medication management.

Some women enjoy working with both Dr. Parden and Rose Ford, LPC, benefitting from the unique strengths and therapeutic strategies that each brings. Others prefer to combine psychiatric care with an outside therapist. In these cases, Dr. Parden collaborates closely with the patient’s therapist to ensure alignment and continuity of care.

Through this collaborative model, we support women in moving through places of emotional or therapeutic stagnation while honoring the strengths of every clinician involved. Ultimately, each woman has the freedom to choose what combination of care feels best for her.

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

Dr. Parden offers Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for women who may benefit from this innovative treatment. KAP combines the use of ketamine with psychotherapy in a safe and supportive environment, allowing patients to access emotions, insights, and self-awareness that may otherwise feel blocked.

Important details about KAP at our practice:

  • In-office only: Ketamine is prescribed and administered only within our office walls. We do not prescribe ketamine for at-home use or for use in therapy sessions led by other providers.

  • Supervised treatment: Every KAP session is guided in person by Dr. Parden. We do not offer unsupervised ketamine treatment. The therapeutic relationship is central to the process, and research, as well as our own experience, shows that outcomes are significantly better when ketamine is combined with psychotherapy rather than given alone.

  • Session structure: Sessions last approximately 2–2.5 hours. The fee is $580, reflecting the time spent with Dr. Parden, who remains with you throughout the entire session. Medication costs range from $10–$70 depending on dose and formulation and may be covered by insurance. The therapy portion of KAP, like all sessions here, is not covered by insurance but may be eligible for out-of-network reimbursement.

  • Provider expertise: Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy requires a well-trained and attuned provider who can help maximize the therapeutic benefit of the altered state of consciousness. Dr. Parden has extensive training and experience in this area and is committed to ensuring the process is safe, ethical, and effective.

If you are interested in exploring whether KAP may be right for you, you must first be an established patient. Please request an appointment through the patient portal to begin this conversation.

Additional Helpful Information

Emergencies & Crisis Care
We are not able to provide walk-in, urgent, or emergency services. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 988, go to your nearest emergency room, or call 911. You can also contact the Louisiana Crisis Line at 1-866-310-7977 for immediate support.

Medication Refills
All medication refill requests must be submitted through the patient portal. Please review the patient consent form you signed for more details on refill policies, including when an appointment is required and if/when a fee may apply for refills outside of visits.

Inactive Patients
Because we are a micropractice with a small patient panel, we periodically dismiss inactive patients to make room for women actively engaged in care. If you have not been seen for follow-up in the recommended timeframe, you may need to re-establish care before scheduling again.

Technology Reminders
For virtual visits, please test your SimplePractice link and connection in advance to avoid delays or missed appointments. All telehealth sessions must be accessed through the SimplePractice app.

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FAQs

As an “MD” or medical doctor, Dr. Parden is a physician who provides psychiatric care that is often seen as related to medication management. However, she also has a unique style in that she integrates more psychoeducation and psychotherapy into her work with individuals.  As such, the integration of medicine, brain and body functioning, other medications or medical issues is all taken into account in the unique therapeutic experience she provides. 

Yes, in fact, most of our shared clients have given us the feedback that the value of the collaborative model we base our treatment on is something that cannot be found elsewhere.  We have similar styles of therapeutic practice with a little different of an attitude about how it is implemented, which often advances the time to benefit and the quality of the therapeutic experience. It also allows for more affordability with staggered appointments between both clinicians.  

Psychoeducation is information that is provided in a therapeutic manner to help a person understand different facets of their behaviors, emotions, and perception. It often includes facilitating self-awareness and insight regarding strategies that can help them learn to overcome the challenges in mental well-being.

Group therapy brings together individuals with shared struggles or goals in a safe, supportive environment led by a clinician. Through shared experiences, feedback, and skill-building, group therapy can offer powerful insights, reduce feelings of isolation, and help participants practice new coping skills.

Mental Health Workshops are facilitated by mental health professionals and often hours up to days of psychoeducation, learning materials, skills practice and teambuilding with participants that fit within a similar demographic, community, or group. They are focused on skill building to help the participants with self care, resilience, crisis management, stress related anxiety, and/ or other specific issues the group may be facing. It does not provide mental health treatment, however, does facilitate the basic skills to mitigate some psychological challenges that could develop into mental illness if not addressed and may help participants to recognize signs that they do require treatment.

Synchronicity Psychiatry & Therapy is a private-pay practice, and we do not contract with insurance companies. We made this decision for several reasons:

  • Freedom in Care: Insurance often dictates how long sessions last and what they can focus on. We want your treatment to be guided by your needs, not insurance rules.

  • Privacy: Insurance requires a diagnosis for reimbursement and may request access to your records. By remaining independent, we can better protect your confidentiality.

  • Inclusivity: Not every woman who seeks our care meets the strict criteria for a mental health diagnosis. We don’t believe that should be a barrier to accessing support.

We are able to provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement, but we do not file claims or communicate with insurance on your behalf.

Dr. Parden is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist by training, but in this practice, she sees adult women, ages 18 and older. Her philosophy is that the most effective way to help children is often through their mothers. By guiding and treating women, she empowers them in their own healing and supports them in finding new ways to help their children. A mother’s reach and influence extend far beyond what can be accomplished in direct sessions with a child, making this work both deeply meaningful and impactful.