Autism Psychiatrists in Prairie Village, KS
Dr. Melissa Stannard is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Awakenings KC, providing in-person and telehealth care at the Prairie Village, Kansas office. She offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individualized treatment planning, drawing on more than 16 years of nursing and advanced practice experience across complex clinical settings.
Dr. Melissa Stannard is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Awakenings KC, providing in-person and telehealth care at the Prairie Village, Kansas office. She offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individualized treatment planning, drawing on more than 16 years of nursing and advanced practice experience across complex clinical settings.
Dr. Miguel Stamati is a highly regarded psychiatrist. He practices at Awakenings KC in Prairie Village, KS, offering both in-person and virtual sessions. He earned his medical degree from the National University of Córdoba and brings a comprehensive understanding of diverse mental health needs. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Dr. Miguel Stamati is a highly regarded psychiatrist. He practices at Awakenings KC in Prairie Village, KS, offering both in-person and virtual sessions. He earned his medical degree from the National University of Córdoba and brings a comprehensive understanding of diverse mental health needs. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Struggling with focus, motivation, or time management? I get it—because I’ve been there too. My ADHD diagnosis came well into my career (after I had completed my formal education), so I understand firsthand how easy it is to feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or like you can't get your brain to do what it's capable of. Whether you’re undiagnosed, newly diagnosed, or looking for more effective support, I’ll meet you where you are—with compassion, clarity, and practical strategies. Let’s work together to help you feel more focused, confident, and in control. Reach out today to get started.
Struggling with focus, motivation, or time management? I get it—because I’ve been there too. My ADHD diagnosis came well into my career (after I had completed my formal education), so I understand firsthand how easy it is to feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or like you can't get your brain to do what it's capable of. Whether you’re undiagnosed, newly diagnosed, or looking for more effective support, I’ll meet you where you are—with compassion, clarity, and practical strategies. Let’s work together to help you feel more focused, confident, and in control. Reach out today to get started.
Are you looking for a provider who focuses on women's mental health, from pregnancy and postpartum to managing PMS/PMDD, perimenopause, and menopause? I combine medication with a holistic approach, using my knowledge of hormones, lifestyle changes, and trauma-informed care. I am a highly experienced, dual-certified advanced practice provider with over two decades of experience. I have board certifications as a (PMHNP-BC) and (CNM) which enables me to provide comprehensive, holistic mental health care tailored to individuals across the age spectrum. With a varied background we can work together to find solutions for your health.
Are you looking for a provider who focuses on women's mental health, from pregnancy and postpartum to managing PMS/PMDD, perimenopause, and menopause? I combine medication with a holistic approach, using my knowledge of hormones, lifestyle changes, and trauma-informed care. I am a highly experienced, dual-certified advanced practice provider with over two decades of experience. I have board certifications as a (PMHNP-BC) and (CNM) which enables me to provide comprehensive, holistic mental health care tailored to individuals across the age spectrum. With a varied background we can work together to find solutions for your health.
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We specialize in maternal mental health, children/adolescents, substance use disorder, and ADHD & adult autism.
We provide psychiatric medication management to all genders and ages. We offer both in person and telehealth visits, though initial intake appointments must be in person.
We specialize in maternal mental health, children/adolescents, substance use disorder, and ADHD & adult autism.
We provide psychiatric medication management to all genders and ages. We offer both in person and telehealth visits, though initial intake appointments must be in person.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, thoughtful, evidence-based care to clients across the lifespan. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges. My approach integrates medication management with supportive, collaborative conversation tailored to each individual. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported—where care feels personal and empowering. All sessions are held via secure telehealth for your comfort and convenience.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, thoughtful, evidence-based care to clients across the lifespan. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges. My approach integrates medication management with supportive, collaborative conversation tailored to each individual. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported—where care feels personal and empowering. All sessions are held via secure telehealth for your comfort and convenience.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in medication management for neurodivergent individuals, including ADHD, and autism spectrum.
Has your child been labeled “difficult,” “bad,” or “too emotional”? Are you feeling lost in your parenting journey? Considering medication—for yourself or your child—can feel overwhelming. As a parent to Autistic children myself, I all too well understand what it can feel like.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in medication management for neurodivergent individuals, including ADHD, and autism spectrum.
Has your child been labeled “difficult,” “bad,” or “too emotional”? Are you feeling lost in your parenting journey? Considering medication—for yourself or your child—can feel overwhelming. As a parent to Autistic children myself, I all too well understand what it can feel like.
I treat a wide range of mental health disorders in children and adolescents, including but not limited to Autism, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.
Hi there, I'm Michele! I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, practicing throughout Kansas. I greatly enjoy the challenge of working with a wide range of people and their mental health concerns. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I offer a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management for mental health disorders in children and adolescents. Specializing in the diagnosis and the treatment of disorders of thinking, feeling and behavior affecting children, adolescents and their families.
I treat a wide range of mental health disorders in children and adolescents, including but not limited to Autism, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.
Hi there, I'm Michele! I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, practicing throughout Kansas. I greatly enjoy the challenge of working with a wide range of people and their mental health concerns. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I offer a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management for mental health disorders in children and adolescents. Specializing in the diagnosis and the treatment of disorders of thinking, feeling and behavior affecting children, adolescents and their families.
Thanks for visiting my page! I support teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Drawing from my background in family medicine, I focus on caring for the whole person and understanding how mental and physical wellbeing shape each other. I believe healing begins with connection, clarity, and feeling truly heard. Medications can be helpful tools, but they are never the only answer. I’m committed to offering a steady supportive space where you can explore challenges and grow at your pace.
Thanks for visiting my page! I support teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Drawing from my background in family medicine, I focus on caring for the whole person and understanding how mental and physical wellbeing shape each other. I believe healing begins with connection, clarity, and feeling truly heard. Medications can be helpful tools, but they are never the only answer. I’m committed to offering a steady supportive space where you can explore challenges and grow at your pace.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, trauma, women's mental health concerns, perinatal mental health challenges, and other mood disorders. Many of my patients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or have struggled to find effective treatment. Through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and evidence-based care, I help patients better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and build lasting emotional wellness in a compassionate, judgment-free environment.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, trauma, women's mental health concerns, perinatal mental health challenges, and other mood disorders. Many of my patients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or have struggled to find effective treatment. Through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and evidence-based care, I help patients better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and build lasting emotional wellness in a compassionate, judgment-free environment.
Karen L. Pulcher is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Kansas who has been practicing since 2018. Karen provides empathy, compassion, caring and understanding for the youth and the parent or guardian experiencing life related stress. She has been treating youth ages 7-18 for the last 4 and a half years with psychiatric and behavioral health issues. Karen’s experience and success with youth and families enables her to provide individualized, insightful, validating mental health care for the suffering adult.
Karen L. Pulcher is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Kansas who has been practicing since 2018. Karen provides empathy, compassion, caring and understanding for the youth and the parent or guardian experiencing life related stress. She has been treating youth ages 7-18 for the last 4 and a half years with psychiatric and behavioral health issues. Karen’s experience and success with youth and families enables her to provide individualized, insightful, validating mental health care for the suffering adult.
I have over 2 decades of experience in mental health, treating the whole person with care and compassion. My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and addiction but I am well-trained to treat most mental health conditions including performing diagnostic and managing medications as part of your treatment plan if required.
Take charge of your mental health starting today! Schedule a visit with me for culturally appropriate and compassionate psychiatric care.
I have over 2 decades of experience in mental health, treating the whole person with care and compassion. My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and addiction but I am well-trained to treat most mental health conditions including performing diagnostic and managing medications as part of your treatment plan if required.
Take charge of your mental health starting today! Schedule a visit with me for culturally appropriate and compassionate psychiatric care.
You’re managing a lot—stress, mood swings, anxiety, or parenting challenges—and may be wondering whether medication could help. Or perhaps you’ve tried medication before and didn’t feel truly heard. When psychiatric care feels rushed or disconnected, symptoms often linger or become harder to manage. I work with adults and children navigating ADHD (including late-diagnosed ADHD), anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, trauma, PTSD, addiction recovery, and caregiver burnout. My approach integrates thoughtful psychiatric care with therapy-informed support, grounded in your lived experience and what actually feels helpful.
You’re managing a lot—stress, mood swings, anxiety, or parenting challenges—and may be wondering whether medication could help. Or perhaps you’ve tried medication before and didn’t feel truly heard. When psychiatric care feels rushed or disconnected, symptoms often linger or become harder to manage. I work with adults and children navigating ADHD (including late-diagnosed ADHD), anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, trauma, PTSD, addiction recovery, and caregiver burnout. My approach integrates thoughtful psychiatric care with therapy-informed support, grounded in your lived experience and what actually feels helpful.
I was drawn to mental health after witnessing how profoundly it impacts overall well-being. I value the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives and am deeply aligned with Alleviant’s holistic approach to care. I am especially excited to incorporate evidence-based, innovative tools such as Spectral EEG to better understand brain activity and support personalized treatment planning. I recognize that progress is not always linear, and I find fulfillment in helping patients navigate complex and chronic challenges. Seeing a patient regain confidence and hope is a powerful reminder of why this work matters.
I was drawn to mental health after witnessing how profoundly it impacts overall well-being. I value the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives and am deeply aligned with Alleviant’s holistic approach to care. I am especially excited to incorporate evidence-based, innovative tools such as Spectral EEG to better understand brain activity and support personalized treatment planning. I recognize that progress is not always linear, and I find fulfillment in helping patients navigate complex and chronic challenges. Seeing a patient regain confidence and hope is a powerful reminder of why this work matters.
Are you tired of going through life's twist and turns? Are you in need of compassionate care? Help is here! At Grand Vista Behavioral, your mental wellness is our priority. In our sessions, we will work together to meet your needs. Contact us today and let's start working together!
Are you tired of going through life's twist and turns? Are you in need of compassionate care? Help is here! At Grand Vista Behavioral, your mental wellness is our priority. In our sessions, we will work together to meet your needs. Contact us today and let's start working together!
Accepting NEW patients! With appointments IN-PERSON or TELE-HEALTH. Dr. Willis is a Physician Psychiatrist, dual board-certified in general and child & adolescent psychiatry. He is a real advocate for his patients, and they respond well to his approach. Parents value that Dr. Willis gives adequate time to: build rapport/trust, allow for all participants' voices to be heard, resolve concerns, provide therapy when possible, establish accurate diagnoses, implement effective individualized treatment plans, & safely manage any medications. The result is that all involved feel confident that they are receiving the highest quality of care.
Accepting NEW patients! With appointments IN-PERSON or TELE-HEALTH. Dr. Willis is a Physician Psychiatrist, dual board-certified in general and child & adolescent psychiatry. He is a real advocate for his patients, and they respond well to his approach. Parents value that Dr. Willis gives adequate time to: build rapport/trust, allow for all participants' voices to be heard, resolve concerns, provide therapy when possible, establish accurate diagnoses, implement effective individualized treatment plans, & safely manage any medications. The result is that all involved feel confident that they are receiving the highest quality of care.
Michele D Rickman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204
Hi, I’m Michele Rickman, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of PsychSolutions. I help kids, teens, and adults find hope, healing, and balance through medication, therapy, and real-life strategies that actually work. I listen first, treat the whole person, and walk the journey with you.
Mental health care should feel human, safe, and empowering, not cold or clinical. My goal is to bridge gaps in care, break stigma, and remind you that asking for help is courage — not weakness.
"Hope. Healing. Solutions — together.”
Hi, I’m Michele Rickman, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of PsychSolutions. I help kids, teens, and adults find hope, healing, and balance through medication, therapy, and real-life strategies that actually work. I listen first, treat the whole person, and walk the journey with you.
Mental health care should feel human, safe, and empowering, not cold or clinical. My goal is to bridge gaps in care, break stigma, and remind you that asking for help is courage — not weakness.
"Hope. Healing. Solutions — together.”
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated with patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe anxiety is constant, depression has drained your motivation, ADHD is affecting your focus, or past trauma continues to resurface. You want clarity, stability, and relief — not just for today, but long term. You want to feel like yourself again, function better at school or work, and regain control of your emotions instead of feeling controlled by them.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated with patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe anxiety is constant, depression has drained your motivation, ADHD is affecting your focus, or past trauma continues to resurface. You want clarity, stability, and relief — not just for today, but long term. You want to feel like yourself again, function better at school or work, and regain control of your emotions instead of feeling controlled by them.
Dr. Asra Siddiqi is an adept child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist providing virtual services through North Shore Child Psychiatry. She earned her medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.
Dr. Asra Siddiqi is an adept child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist providing virtual services through North Shore Child Psychiatry. She earned her medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.
Perhaps you have undiagnosed autism or ADHD, have a mood or trauma disorder, or are stuck grieving from a deep loss, and perhaps you've even resorted to "self-medicating" and have developed an addiction you're ready to resolve.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Registered Nurse living in Florida. I have a natural, holistic approach to healthcare and believe the mind, body, and spirit are all integral to each individual's well-being. I feel the goal of psychiatry should be the least number of medications, at the lowest dosages, to allow you to thrive and feel like yourself. I specialize in mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, prolonged grief, and PTSD, as well as the neurodevelopmental disorder of ADHD.
Perhaps you have undiagnosed autism or ADHD, have a mood or trauma disorder, or are stuck grieving from a deep loss, and perhaps you've even resorted to "self-medicating" and have developed an addiction you're ready to resolve.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Registered Nurse living in Florida. I have a natural, holistic approach to healthcare and believe the mind, body, and spirit are all integral to each individual's well-being. I feel the goal of psychiatry should be the least number of medications, at the lowest dosages, to allow you to thrive and feel like yourself. I specialize in mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, prolonged grief, and PTSD, as well as the neurodevelopmental disorder of ADHD.
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How can psychiatrists help with autism spectrum disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder, often referred to simply as autism, is a developmental condition defined by social, communication, and behavioral differences. These challenges can make it difficult for individuals with autism to form and maintain relationships, adapt to changing environments, or thrive in traditional school settings. Symptoms of autism typically emerge in early childhood and are often first noticed by caregivers who observe difficulties in social interactions, the presence of repetitive behaviors, or unusually intense interests in specific topics. Children with autism may also show heightened sensitivity to certain sensory experiences, such as loud noises, bright lights, or specific textures in food or clothing.
How do psychiatrists diagnose and support children with autism?
Psychiatrists, often working in partnership with a pediatrician or developmental specialist, can play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment planning for children with autism. Diagnosis usually begins with an evaluation to assess the child's development, behavior, and overall functioning. Psychiatrists with expertise in autism are skilled at distinguishing the condition from other developmental or behavioral conditions that may share overlapping features, such as learning disorders. After diagnosis, psychiatrists may recommend a variety of supports, including behavioral interventions like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), occupational therapy, and/or family counseling. While there is no medication specific to autism, psychiatrists may prescribe medication to help manage co-occurring conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or anxiety.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in autism?
Because autism presents differently in each individual and is typically identified in childhood, it is especially important to find a psychiatrist with experience working with young children and families. The Psychology Today online directory can help identify providers who specialize in autism and allows for filters based on treatment approaches, age group, and other preferences. When selecting a provider, it is helpful to ask about their specific experience with autism, their philosophy on therapy and medication use, and how they coordinate care with therapists, educators, and other members of a child's care team. Practical factors—such as appointment availability, insurance acceptance, and whether the provider offers in-person or telehealth visits—should also be taken into account to ensure a good fit.