Karla
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (716) 391-3626
My ideal clients are adolescents, college students, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and mood-related concerns. Many come to treatment feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or struggling to balance academic, professional, and personal responsibilities. They are often looking for a provider who is approachable, collaborative, and able to offer both practical support and thoughtful medication management.
My approach is centered on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being honest about their experiences. Together, we work to better understand symptoms, improve coping strategies, and develop individualized treatment plans that support both emotional wellness and day-to-day functioning.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying stress, anxiety, low mood, or burnout on your own for a long time. You do not have to have everything figured out before starting care. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable moving at a pace that feels right
Call or Email Karla Shaw now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 391-3626
Let's Connect (716) 391-3626
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Highmark BCBS of Western New York
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Quest Behavioral Health
Karla Shaw
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (716) 391-3626
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 403170 Karla Shaw
- In Practice for 6 years
- D'Youville University , MSN- Psychiatric Mental Health NP, Graduated 2020
- Degree/Diploma from D'Youville University BSN / 2018
- Degree/Diploma from Lincoln University BS- Biology / 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Karla Shaw
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (716) 391-3626
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- First Responders
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
Karla Shaw
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (716) 391-3626
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Queer Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Karla Shaw
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (716) 391-3626
Location
Additional Location
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 391-3626