Dr. Amy Copeland, PhD, MP

Amy Copeland, PhD, MP, is a highly skilled medical psychologist who works at Ochsner Health Center in the Department of Psychiatry. She specializes in prescribing psychiatric medications, a unique practice that is only allowed in select states. Dr. Copeland focuses on treating adults who suffer from various mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, major depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

Dr. Copeland's impressive educational background includes obtaining her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1997. She then completed a Clinical Internship and Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine, specializing in Psychiatry. Prior to her current position, Dr. Copeland spent 25 years as a professor at LSU while also maintaining a part-time practice in medical and clinical psychology. However, she has now transitioned to full-time psychiatric work, dedicating her entire focus to her patients.

With a wealth of experience spanning three decades, Dr. Copeland has become a respected figure in her field. In addition to her clinical work, she has established her own research lab and actively mentors graduate students. Her commitment to her patients is unwavering, and she truly loves what she does. Occasionally, Dr. Copeland is invited to give talks on her areas of expertise. She is also affiliated with Ochsner Hospital, where she admits patients who require psychiatric emergency holds before transferring them to a different facility.

Dr. Copeland is an esteemed member of numerous professional societies, including the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, the College on Problems of Drug Dependence, the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco, and the Louisiana Academy of Psychology. Her extensive contributions to the field are evident through her impressive portfolio of over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles. Currently, she is working on a book project, further showcasing her dedication to advancing knowledge in her field.

When asked about her success, Dr. Copeland attributes it to her deep-rooted belief in making the world a better place and her genuine desire to provide support to her patients. She finds immense satisfaction in the rewarding feeling that comes from helping others and is truly passionate about her work.