Laurie Ray, PA-C, CAQ Psychiatry, LCSW
Laurie Ray is the founder of Advanced Practice Mental Health Associates and one of Oklahoma City's most experienced psychiatric physician assistants. She holds a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in psychiatry — a credential that reflects advanced, specialized training in psychiatric care beyond standard PA licensure — as well as licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
This dual credential makes Laurie uniquely positioned to care for patients from both a medical and a psychosocial perspective. She doesn't just manage medications — she understands the full human context of mental illness and brings that understanding to every patient interaction.
Approach to care
Laurie believes that great mental health care starts with genuinely listening. She takes time to understand each patient's history, goals, and challenges before developing a treatment plan. Her approach is collaborative — patients are partners in their own care, not passive recipients of a prescription.
Conditions treated
Laurie has extensive experience treating ADHD, anxiety disorders, major depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder in adults and adolescents. She also offers weight loss management services.
Maris Heigle, MHS, PA-C
Maris Heigle is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with a Master of Health Science (MHS) who provides psychiatric medication management at Advanced Practice Mental Health Associates in Oklahoma City. She brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to psychiatric care and is committed to helping patients find real, lasting relief from their mental health symptoms.
She is passionate about reducing barriers to mental health treatment and takes pride in making patients feel heard and respected from their very first appointment.
Approach to care
Maris takes a whole-person approach to psychiatric medication management — taking into account not just symptoms, but lifestyle, goals, and patient preferences. She believes in open, honest communication and works collaboratively with patients to find treatment plans that truly fit their lives.
Conditions treated
Maris has experience treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.