ABOUT URBAN FLORA PSYCHIATRY
Where modern medicine meets mindful living
At Urban Flora Psychiatry, we take a root-cause approach to mental health—blending traditional psychiatry with lifestyle medicine, functional testing, and mindful daily practices. Our goal is simple: to help you reconnect with balance, restore energy, and feel at home in your body and mind again.
Founded by Dr. LaQuandra Brown, DNP, PMHNP-BC, Urban Flora Psychiatry was built from the belief that true healing is never one-dimensional. Every plan we create is as individual as the person behind it—because your life, history, and biology deserve that level of care.
Our Philosophy
We believe mental wellness grows when you nurture the whole ecosystem of your life.
That means exploring how your nutrition, hormones, sleep, stress response, and environment interact with your emotional well-being.
Instead of silencing symptoms, we look for patterns—helping you understand why you feel the way you do and how to sustainably shift it.
Our Work Bridges:
Evidence-based psychiatry
Functional and integrative medicine
Lifestyle optimization
Collaborative, compassionate care
You’ll never feel rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis here.
Meet Dr. LaQuandra Brown
Dr. Brown, founder of Urban Flora Psychiatry and Integrative Behavioral Health, brings over 20 years of diverse medical experience to her practice. She began her career as a registered nurse, with both military and civilian critical care experience, including flight nursing and working in high-pressure environments. Her background in critical care, combined with her psychiatric nursing experience, helped shape her holistic approach to patient care.
In 2020, Dr. Brown earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP), further advancing her expertise and dedication to mental health care. Passionate about improving mental well-being, she integrates the Biopsychosocial Model of Mental Health into her practice, focusing on the biological, psychological, and social factors. With a particular interest in the gut-brain connection, Dr. Brown offers personalized, integrative treatment plans that empower patients to achieve lasting wellness from within.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Brown is deeply committed to her community, actively participating in local mental health initiatives and advocacy efforts to reduce stigma and raise awareness. She is passionate about providing affordable and accessible care, ensuring that everyone can receive high-quality mental health support, regardless of their circumstances. Her dedication to both clinical excellence and community well-being reflects her belief in the importance of fostering resilient individuals and communities.
What To Expect:
Your journey begins with a comprehensive intake—a deep dive into your history, biology, and lifestyle. From there, Dr. Brown develops a plan that may include:
Personalized medication management
Hormonal and nutritional support
Functional lab testing
Mind-body techniques and stress-resilience strategies
Integrative nutrition and supplement recommendations
You’ll never feel rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis here.
Frequently Asked Question
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, hormonal imbalance, and chronic stress, as well as complex emotional patterns connected to gut health, nutrition, and lifestyle.
Yes. Urban Flora Psychiatry offers both in-person visits in Charleston, SC, and telehealth appointments for patients across South Carolina.
We are in-network with the following carriers for traditional psychiatric services:
• Aetna
• Cigna
• United Behavioral Health
• Traditional Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
• Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
• Carelon Behavioral Health
• Quest Behavioral Health
• Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Integrative elements (such as advanced testing or specialized guidance) may be out-of-pocket. Our team is happy to verify your specific coverage and discuss all options transparently during your initial contact.
We blend evidence-based medication management with functional testing, nutritional psychiatry, and lifestyle medicine. Instead of treating isolated symptoms, we focus on your entire ecosystem—mind, body, and lifestyle—so results are lasting, not temporary.
Begin with a 15-minute complimentary consultation to ensure our approach aligns with your needs. From there, we’ll design your first session and personalized care plan.
Ready to begin?
If you’re ready to explore a more mindful approach to psychiatry—one that honors both science and self—schedule your consultation today.