Female Psychiatrists in Clinton County, IN
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and complex trauma. My background includes work in intensive care, hospice, and correctional health, which gives me a well-rounded perspective on resilience, crisis, and long-term healing.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and complex trauma. My background includes work in intensive care, hospice, and correctional health, which gives me a well-rounded perspective on resilience, crisis, and long-term healing.
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Motherhood is a unique journey where life's many challenges and joys are faced. If you have experienced a change in your mental health during pregnancy or postpartum, you are not alone. One in five women experience anxiety, depression, OCD, or mood disorders during or after pregnancy. Are you feeling overwhelmed since the birth of your baby, struggling with constant worry, or having a hard time finding joy in your new role as a mom? We'd love the opportunity to support you in this season. I am a trauma and eating disorder informed provider & have experience working with clients experiencing PTSD & eating disorders.
Motherhood is a unique journey where life's many challenges and joys are faced. If you have experienced a change in your mental health during pregnancy or postpartum, you are not alone. One in five women experience anxiety, depression, OCD, or mood disorders during or after pregnancy. Are you feeling overwhelmed since the birth of your baby, struggling with constant worry, or having a hard time finding joy in your new role as a mom? We'd love the opportunity to support you in this season. I am a trauma and eating disorder informed provider & have experience working with clients experiencing PTSD & eating disorders.
Catherine Oplinger, NP, helps children, teens, and adults across Indiana find stability and healing through compassionate and personalized mental health care. She provides medication management for patients as young as early childhood through seniors, creating treatment plans that are tailored to each individual’s unique needs. At LifeStance Health, Catherine offers supportive, research-based care designed to improve well-being and empower patients at every stage of life.
Catherine Oplinger, NP, helps children, teens, and adults across Indiana find stability and healing through compassionate and personalized mental health care. She provides medication management for patients as young as early childhood through seniors, creating treatment plans that are tailored to each individual’s unique needs. At LifeStance Health, Catherine offers supportive, research-based care designed to improve well-being and empower patients at every stage of life.
Dr. Marvelyn E Thompson Dnp
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN, MSN, DNP, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46544
My ideal client faces moderate to severe mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma, and feels stuck despite previous efforts. They need a holistic treatment plan combining medication management and psychotherapy to address their symptoms and emotional needs. Their goals are to reduce symptoms, build coping strategies, and improve relationships and quality of life. They seek a compassionate provider who listens and offers a safe space for healing. Ultimately, they aim to regain control, achieve stability, and lead a more fulfilling life with improved mental well-being.
My ideal client faces moderate to severe mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma, and feels stuck despite previous efforts. They need a holistic treatment plan combining medication management and psychotherapy to address their symptoms and emotional needs. Their goals are to reduce symptoms, build coping strategies, and improve relationships and quality of life. They seek a compassionate provider who listens and offers a safe space for healing. Ultimately, they aim to regain control, achieve stability, and lead a more fulfilling life with improved mental well-being.
Welcome. I’m Angela Vanderberg the owner of Personal Wellness Psychiatric Services. I am a experienced dual board-certified nurse practitioner (FNP-BC, PMHNP-C) who partners with adults navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, and other co-occurring conditions. I’m committed to creating a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where you can safely explore what you’re going through and feel genuinely heard. I provide psychiatric and substance use evaluations, medication management, medication-assisted treatment (including Suboxone), and support during times of crisis or transition.
Welcome. I’m Angela Vanderberg the owner of Personal Wellness Psychiatric Services. I am a experienced dual board-certified nurse practitioner (FNP-BC, PMHNP-C) who partners with adults navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, and other co-occurring conditions. I’m committed to creating a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where you can safely explore what you’re going through and feel genuinely heard. I provide psychiatric and substance use evaluations, medication management, medication-assisted treatment (including Suboxone), and support during times of crisis or transition.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I take a holistic approach to mental health, focusing on the mind-body connection. My goal is not just to manage symptoms but to support your overall well-being. We'll explore medication options if needed and look at how lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, exercise, and stress impact your mental health. Together, we’ll create a balanced plan for healing and lasting recovery. I'm here to listen, support, and empower you as we work toward your goals.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I take a holistic approach to mental health, focusing on the mind-body connection. My goal is not just to manage symptoms but to support your overall well-being. We'll explore medication options if needed and look at how lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, exercise, and stress impact your mental health. Together, we’ll create a balanced plan for healing and lasting recovery. I'm here to listen, support, and empower you as we work toward your goals.
Maybe you’ve been wrestling with persistent anxiety, depression, trouble focusing, or mood swings that make everyday life feel heavy. Perhaps past trauma, stress, or instability in sleep or attention leaves you exhausted or disconnected. You want more than a quick fix, you want clarity, balance, and a way to feel like yourself again: to sleep better, feel calmer, and wake up with confidence instead of dread.
Maybe you’ve been wrestling with persistent anxiety, depression, trouble focusing, or mood swings that make everyday life feel heavy. Perhaps past trauma, stress, or instability in sleep or attention leaves you exhausted or disconnected. You want more than a quick fix, you want clarity, balance, and a way to feel like yourself again: to sleep better, feel calmer, and wake up with confidence instead of dread.
Are you ready to explore a holistic approach to mental health that focuses on the connection between your mind, body, and lifestyle? As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in integrating evidence-based psychiatric care with functional and nutritional strategies to support your overall well-being. My practice is rooted in the belief that mental health is not one-size-fits-all—it’s deeply personal and influenced by various factors, including nutrition, lifestyle, environment, and genetics. I work collaboratively with my clients to uncover the root causes of mental health challenges.
Are you ready to explore a holistic approach to mental health that focuses on the connection between your mind, body, and lifestyle? As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in integrating evidence-based psychiatric care with functional and nutritional strategies to support your overall well-being. My practice is rooted in the belief that mental health is not one-size-fits-all—it’s deeply personal and influenced by various factors, including nutrition, lifestyle, environment, and genetics. I work collaboratively with my clients to uncover the root causes of mental health challenges.
Welcome! I am a genuine and dedicated, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have been a Registered Nurse in Northwest Indiana since 1995, with the past three years spent in advanced practice at a very busy Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). I understand how difficult it can be to seek help, and I genuinely care about my patient's journey and comfort level. I firmly believe we are a team and strive to work together with patients, offering education and choices and involving them in their own treatment decisions.
Welcome! I am a genuine and dedicated, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have been a Registered Nurse in Northwest Indiana since 1995, with the past three years spent in advanced practice at a very busy Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). I understand how difficult it can be to seek help, and I genuinely care about my patient's journey and comfort level. I firmly believe we are a team and strive to work together with patients, offering education and choices and involving them in their own treatment decisions.
Dr. Shah is more than your typical psychiatrist. She embraces a harmonious blend of innovative practices alongside traditional clinical approaches, attuned to your individual needs. To provide bespoke treatment, Dr. Shah is trained in a diversity of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused therapy as well as motivational interviewing. With Board certification in psychiatry, Dr. Shah stands as your expert ally, ready to unlock mental and emotional health through a truly whole-person approach.
Dr. Shah is more than your typical psychiatrist. She embraces a harmonious blend of innovative practices alongside traditional clinical approaches, attuned to your individual needs. To provide bespoke treatment, Dr. Shah is trained in a diversity of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and trauma-focused therapy as well as motivational interviewing. With Board certification in psychiatry, Dr. Shah stands as your expert ally, ready to unlock mental and emotional health through a truly whole-person approach.
Somer Nourse is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 23 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a variety of inpatient, outpatient, and educational settings caring for clients across the lifespan. Somer provides assessments and medication management with a clinical focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep disorders, and mood disorders. She utilizes a holistic approach to mental healthcare, focusing on the connection between physical and mental health.
Somer Nourse is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 23 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a variety of inpatient, outpatient, and educational settings caring for clients across the lifespan. Somer provides assessments and medication management with a clinical focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep disorders, and mood disorders. She utilizes a holistic approach to mental healthcare, focusing on the connection between physical and mental health.
Hi there! I am so glad you are here and have taken the next step in prioritizing yourself, your healing, and growth. I support young and middle-aged adults and am particularly drawn to walking alongside older adults as they face the life transitions that come with aging. My approach is collaborative; I believe that you are the expert on your life and your body. My role is to partner with you in understanding what's working, what's not, and how we can create meaningful progress together. I work with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD/trauma, substance use disorders, and neurocognitive disorders.
Hi there! I am so glad you are here and have taken the next step in prioritizing yourself, your healing, and growth. I support young and middle-aged adults and am particularly drawn to walking alongside older adults as they face the life transitions that come with aging. My approach is collaborative; I believe that you are the expert on your life and your body. My role is to partner with you in understanding what's working, what's not, and how we can create meaningful progress together. I work with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD/trauma, substance use disorders, and neurocognitive disorders.
Megan Gibson, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health and is dedicated to promoting mental wellness for patients in Indiana. With a therapeutic approach rooted in acceptance, patience, and understanding, Megan creates a non-judgmental environment that fosters healing and personal growth. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering comprehensive care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Megan Gibson, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health and is dedicated to promoting mental wellness for patients in Indiana. With a therapeutic approach rooted in acceptance, patience, and understanding, Megan creates a non-judgmental environment that fosters healing and personal growth. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering comprehensive care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 5 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. My approach centers on supporting stability, wellness, and improved quality of life through thoughtful, individualized care.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 5 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. My approach centers on supporting stability, wellness, and improved quality of life through thoughtful, individualized care.
Sarah Miller is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Indiana who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Bachelors in Psychology from Indiana University, a Bachelors of Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University, and a Masters in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. Sarah helps clients by providing holistic/well rounded care that focuses on minimizing the need for medications and improving overall satisfaction with life. She provides a comfortable environment that allows for open communication and active listening.
Sarah Miller is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Indiana who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Bachelors in Psychology from Indiana University, a Bachelors of Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University, and a Masters in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. Sarah helps clients by providing holistic/well rounded care that focuses on minimizing the need for medications and improving overall satisfaction with life. She provides a comfortable environment that allows for open communication and active listening.
Are you feeling stuck, tired of overthinking everything or always exhausted? I use a holistic approach to help over-giving women stop carrying everyone else's emotional weight, release deep sadness and step into their power.
Have you been to several therapists or psychiatrists and are still searching for what you need? I am here to listen and I care about what you are struggling with. I can help you come off of medications or connect you to natural alternatives to medications.
Are you feeling stuck, tired of overthinking everything or always exhausted? I use a holistic approach to help over-giving women stop carrying everyone else's emotional weight, release deep sadness and step into their power.
Have you been to several therapists or psychiatrists and are still searching for what you need? I am here to listen and I care about what you are struggling with. I can help you come off of medications or connect you to natural alternatives to medications.
I believe every woman deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood when it comes to her mental and physical health. Too often, women fall through the cracks of our healthcare system, leaving questions unanswered and underlying causes overlooked.
My approach is rooted in curiosity, compassion, and partnership—I want to help you uncover what’s really affecting your well-being and support you in finding sustainable solutions. I don’t always jump straight to medication; instead, I focus on understanding your unique story, identifying the root causes of your concerns, and guiding you toward options that honor your goals and lifestyle.
I believe every woman deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood when it comes to her mental and physical health. Too often, women fall through the cracks of our healthcare system, leaving questions unanswered and underlying causes overlooked.
My approach is rooted in curiosity, compassion, and partnership—I want to help you uncover what’s really affecting your well-being and support you in finding sustainable solutions. I don’t always jump straight to medication; instead, I focus on understanding your unique story, identifying the root causes of your concerns, and guiding you toward options that honor your goals and lifestyle.
Michelle’s journey in mental health began in California, where she grew up before moving to Indiana in 2013 to attend Purdue University. After earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2017, she continued her education and training in Nashville, Tennessee, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s nurse residency program. In 2023, Michelle achieved her Doctorate in Nursing Practice specializing in psychiatric mental health from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
Michelle’s journey in mental health began in California, where she grew up before moving to Indiana in 2013 to attend Purdue University. After earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2017, she continued her education and training in Nashville, Tennessee, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s nurse residency program. In 2023, Michelle achieved her Doctorate in Nursing Practice specializing in psychiatric mental health from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
Vanessa M. Ross, PMHNP, is passionate about guiding individuals through their mental health journey, offering compassionate, non-judgmental care in Indiana. Vanessa believes in meeting clients where they are and is committed to forming relationships built on respect, trust, and collaboration. Her approach to mental health is multi-modal, incorporating medication management, psychotherapy, and personalized care to help clients reach their fullest potential. Vanessa’s clients can expect to feel heard, respected, and fully involved in their care plans, ensuring a holistic approach to healing.
Vanessa M. Ross, PMHNP, is passionate about guiding individuals through their mental health journey, offering compassionate, non-judgmental care in Indiana. Vanessa believes in meeting clients where they are and is committed to forming relationships built on respect, trust, and collaboration. Her approach to mental health is multi-modal, incorporating medication management, psychotherapy, and personalized care to help clients reach their fullest potential. Vanessa’s clients can expect to feel heard, respected, and fully involved in their care plans, ensuring a holistic approach to healing.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I am dedicated to helping individuals who are struggling with mental health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and mood disorders. I offer comprehensive psychiatric care, including medication management, to support your unique needs. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, focusing on finding the right treatment plan for you.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I am dedicated to helping individuals who are struggling with mental health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and mood disorders. I offer comprehensive psychiatric care, including medication management, to support your unique needs. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, focusing on finding the right treatment plan for you.
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FAQ - Psychiatrist Gender
Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, typically using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While clinical expertise is essential, feeling comfortable with your psychiatrist is equally important to the success of treatment. For some individuals, this means working with a provider who shares aspects of their identity—such as gender. A preference for a female psychiatrist often stems from a desire for greater relatability and the comfort of being supported by someone who may share similar lived experiences or perspectives.
What are the advantages of seeing a female psychiatrist?
Female psychiatrists may also possess particular expertise in specialty areas that can be especially relevant to certain patients. Although psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, some female practitioners have developed additional expertise in areas such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause-related mood changes, premenstrual mood disorders, and the psychological effects of gender-based trauma or discrimination. For patients navigating these concerns, working with a female psychiatrist may provide an added sense of validation, empathy, and trust—factors that can be especially meaningful in building a strong therapeutic relationship.
How to find a female psychiatrist
The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search specifically for female psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), with additional filters for clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, insurance acceptance, session costs, and languages spoken. Reviewing provider profiles helps you assess whether a psychiatrist's background, identity, and treatment philosophy align with your mental health needs and personal values. Considering identity factors in your provider search, such as gender, is a practical approach to finding a psychiatrist with whom you can communicate openly and build an effective therapeutic relationship.


