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Behavioral Health Care
Built Around the Individual

St. Mary’s Behavioral Health provides individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
services for individuals and families in Louisiana. Our care helps people build communication,
independence, emotional regulation, and other skills that improve daily life.
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Every Autism Journey Is Unique.

Because meaningful progress looks different for everyone.
Our approach is rooted in respect, curiosity and meaningful connection. We take time to understand each person’s strengths, needs, environment, and goals before developing a plan for care.

Through evidence-based assessment, individualized intervention, and ongoing measurement, we help people build practical skills they can use at home, at school, and in the community.
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    Individualized
    Care
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    Evidence-Based
    Practices
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    Dignity &
    Respect

Support Across Different Stages & Needs

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Children
Support may focus on communication, play, social interaction, emotional regulation, school readiness, and everyday routines.
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Adolescents
Services may focus on communication, coping skills, relationships, daily living, and successful participation at school and in the community.
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Individuals With Higher Support Needs
Specialized assessment and treatment help address behaviors that affect safety, learning, relationships, and quality of life.

How can we support your family?

Explore our services, learn about ABA and find the information your family needs to take the next step.
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Our Services
Learn how individualized ABA therapy can support communication, school readiness, independence, and more intensive behavioral needs.
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About ABA
Learn how ABA therapy works and how it can help children build practical skills for everyday life.
Learn About ABA
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Getting Started
See what to expect when you contact our team, from the first conversation through assessment and service planning.
See the Steps
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FAQs
Find answers about eligibility, insurance, diagnosis requirements, locations, and what families can expect from services.
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St. Mary's Behavioral Health
Growing Access to Care
St. Mary’s Behavioral Health is building a network of services designed around the needs of Louisiana families and communities.
Fort Polk Clinic
7600 Utah Avenue,
Building 744, Fort Polk, LA 71459

P: 337-221-5002

Our first clinic expands access to individualized ABA therapy for military families and families in the surrounding community.
Growing to Serve More Families
St. Mary’s is developing additional services and locations to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and families who have struggled to find appropriate behavioral health care close to home.
Getting Started Is Simple
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Contact Us
Reach out to ask questions or request services. We’ll learn about your family’s needs and explain what comes next.
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Consultation & Coverage
Our team will discuss your child’s needs, review eligibility and required documentation, and help verify insurance coverage.
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Assessment & Plan
Once requirements and authorizations are complete, a clinician will conduct an assessment and develop an individualized treatment plan.
Insurances & Coverage
Coverage and authorization requirements vary by plan.
Contact our team to confirm current participation and what information may be required.
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Ready to Take the Next Step?
Request services today, or find answers about eligibility, insurance, and what to expect.