Lane Regional Medical Center Expands Mental Health Services with New Health & Wellness Clinic and Two New Providers

ZACHARY, LA – Lane Regional Medical Center is expanding access to mental health services in the community with the opening of its new Health & Wellness Clinic, located at 4801 McHugh Road, Suite A, in Zachary. The clinic is focused on providing comprehensive mental healthcare to support emotional, psychological, and social well-being for patients of all ages.

Joining the clinic are two experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners: Katherine Perkins, MSN, APRN, PNP-C, PMHNP-BC, and Kathy Sterling, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC. Both providers are now accepting new patients.

The Health & Wellness Clinic offers evaluation and treatment for a variety of mental health conditions, including:

• Anxiety
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Bipolar Disorder
• And other behavioral health concerns

“We are thrilled to welcome Katherine and Kathy to the Lane family,” said Patty Williams, Director of Physician Practices at Lane. “Their knowledge, compassion, and commitment to mental wellness will help meet a growing need in our community and offer patients vital access to care.”

Perkins brings a strong clinical background in both pediatric and family psychiatric care. She earned her MSN in Family Psychiatric Mental Health from McNeese State University and holds additional certifications from Ohio State University and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has served as CEO and provider at Zachary Psychiatry, and previously practiced at St. Christopher’s Addiction Wellness Center and RKM Primary Care.

“I’m honored to help individuals and families navigate their mental health journey,” said Perkins. “It’s a privilege to work in a clinic that truly prioritizes patient-centered care and emotional well-being.”

Sterling has over 24 years of healthcare experience, including previous service as a nurse practitioner at Lane Family Practice and as director of nursing at Wilkinson County Senior Care. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Kathy is a graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Alcorn State University, and is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

“As a former ER nurse at Lane, I’m excited to return in a new role focused on mental health,” said Sterling. “It’s a dream come true to help people heal and thrive.”

The new Lane Health & Wellness Clinic represents the next step in Lane’s mission to improve the overall health of the region, with mental health as a key part of total wellness.

To schedule an appointment with Katherine Perkins or Kathy Sterling, call 225-658-4466 or visit lanermc.org/healthwellness.