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Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP

Lauren E Kirk

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP (she, her)

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8 West 2nd St, Maysville, KY 41056
Let's Connect (606) 535-2648
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm a Mental Health NP providing diagnostic assessment, medication management & therapy for children and adults in OH & KY (virtual & in-person in Maysville). I often hear from people who’ve reached out for help and felt misunderstood or dismissed, and that’s exactly why I started this practice. Truly personalized, quality mental health care doesn't have to be exclusive or only for those who are able to pay privately. I'm working hard to create an inclusive local option where your care is tailored to you and our communication and belief in one another is the foundation that our progress is built on.
I'm honest and caring and create genuine connections with my patients and their families. I believe that knowledge is power and do my best to provide education about new or prior diagnoses and suggested treatment options. I offer a root cause approach which sometimes involves lab work and/or genetic testing so that we can start putting together the pieces.
I can truly say that this is the most rewarding work of my life, and I meet every patient with an open mind, an open notebook, a selection of beverages, and zero judgement. In our rural community mental health carries such a stigma. I’m working hard to create a space for understanding, growth, and connection. I’d be honored for you to be part of it.
Call or Lauren E Kirk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (606) 535-2648

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

AYA Mental Health

8 West 2nd St

Maysville, KY 41056 map

(606) 535-2648

The Counseling Source

Blue Ash, OH 45242

I offer in-person sessions in Maysville, KY and do telehealth for patient's in OH and KY. I am available most days into the early evening.
I specialize in Medication Management, Women's Issues and ADHD 
Initial Session Fee $150, Standard Visit $75, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (606) 535-2648
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

AYA Mental Health

8 West 2nd St

Maysville, KY 41056 map

(606) 535-2648

The Counseling Source

Blue Ash, OH 45242

I offer in-person sessions in Maysville, KY and do telehealth for patient's in OH and KY. I am available most days into the early evening.
I specialize in Medication Management, Women's Issues and ADHD 
Initial Session Fee $150, Standard Visit $75, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $150
  • Standard Visit $75

Payment Methods

Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • CareSource
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Optum
  • Paramount
  • Passport Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with most commercial insurances as well as OH and KY Medicaid and their MCOs. I can also accept OH Medicare, some KY credentialing applications are still pending. Please contact me with questions about insurance. I accept private pay and will provide discounted rate for students.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648
"
I am in network with most commercial insurances as well as OH and KY Medicaid and their MCOs. I can also accept OH Medicare, some KY credentialing applications are still pending. Please contact me with questions about insurance. I accept private pay and will provide discounted rate for students.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Kentucky / 4034503 Lauren E Kirk
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Northern Kentucky University, MSN, PMHNP, Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Ohio Board of Nursing 0039045 / 2025
  • Certificate from ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification 2024084674 / 2024
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I am licensed as APRN, PMHNP-BC in Ohio and Kentucky and can see patients in person or via telehealth. I have a background in Psychiatric ER, inpatient residential psychiatric care, private practice, and inpatient detox. I am also currently working in a school-based setting part time.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648
"
I am licensed as APRN, PMHNP-BC in Ohio and Kentucky and can see patients in person or via telehealth. I have a background in Psychiatric ER, inpatient residential psychiatric care, private practice, and inpatient detox. I am also currently working in a school-based setting part time.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Medication Management
  • Women's Issues
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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My initial goal is to develop trust so that patients feel comfortable sharing details about difficult areas of their past and present with me, this is crucial to establishing an accurate diagnosis which will serve as a guide for our plan of care. I will then provide treatment options, which often includes medication suggestions, psychoeducation, therapy options, and patient collaboration.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648
"
My initial goal is to develop trust so that patients feel comfortable sharing details about difficult areas of their past and present with me, this is crucial to establishing an accurate diagnosis which will serve as a guide for our plan of care. I will then provide treatment options, which often includes medication suggestions, psychoeducation, therapy options, and patient collaboration.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I offer shorter psychotherapy sessions that often accompany medication management sessions. We use this time to use techniques such as CBT or Motivational Interviewing to deconstruct limiting beliefs and work toward goals together. I also try to collaborate with the patient's primary therapist to align our treatment goals so that our sessions can build off of one another toward common goals.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648
"
I offer shorter psychotherapy sessions that often accompany medication management sessions. We use this time to use techniques such as CBT or Motivational Interviewing to deconstruct limiting beliefs and work toward goals together. I also try to collaborate with the patient's primary therapist to align our treatment goals so that our sessions can build off of one another toward common goals.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (606) 535-2648

Groups

Location

Primary Location

AYA Mental Health

8 West 2nd St

Maysville, KY 41056

(606) 535-2648

Additional Location

The Counseling Source

Blue Ash, OH 45242

(606) 535-2648
"
I offer in-person sessions in Maysville, KY and do telehealth for patient's in OH and KY. I am available most days into the early evening.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call for a free consultation now - (606) 535-2648
"
I offer in-person sessions in Maysville, KY and do telehealth for patient's in OH and KY. I am available most days into the early evening.
Photo of Lauren E Kirk, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Lauren E Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Call for a free consultation now - (606) 535-2648