Dr. De'Lise McKay, DNP is a dedicated and experienced board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over five years of experience treating mental health disorders of children and adults as well as substance abuse disorders. Dr. McKay has practiced in both inpatient, outpatient and telehealth settings She provides individualized treatment consisting of comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and personalized medication management.

 Dr. McKay is a graduate of the Doctorate of Nursing Practice program from the University of South Alabama in 2023 and Master of Science in Nursing (PMHNP Concentration) program from Nicholls State University in 2020. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2010 and a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences/Pre-Med in 2007.  She is a 2003 graduate of Pass Christian High School.     

Dr. McKay is a former clinical instructor for PMHNP students at Nicholls State University.

Dr. McKay is a current member of the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society.

Dr. McKay has served as a preceptor for students at various universities and has clinical experience with treating both children and adults with mental illness.

Dr. McKay has experience working in inpatient and outpatient facilities such as behavioral hospitals, community health centers, telehealth, and substance abuse detox and rehabilitation facilities.