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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
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Mel Gibbs

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP

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Birmingham, AL 35243
Refresh. Renew. Restore. (Isaiah 43:18-19). Congratulations on taking the 1st step & seeking assistance! As owner of Renewed Focus Wellness, I am a DNP-prepared NP with dual certifications in psych-mental health and family practice. Faith-Based Believer & mental health provider privileged to serve a diverse population with kindness, virtue, & respect. My practice takes a holistic approach to wellness. Not only am I extremely passionate about my practice, but I provide clinical-based expertise and community-based education during conference presentations, workshops, health fairs, & podcasts. Call or Text us: 659-212-8310
At Renewed Focus, we integrate evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach (supporting mind, body, spirit). We value your privacy and are committed to handling your affairs with care, confidentiality, & discretion. Our specialties include bariatric and ADHD evaluations. We offer language & ASL interpreter services at no additional charge.
I am the self-proclaimed "Medication Minimalist". Let's treat your symptoms using the least medications. Mental conditions often present as physical signs/symptoms (pain, sleep disturbances, cognitive impairment, and changes in appetite). Laboratory testing available. We also assist with FMLA, Workplace & Academic Accommodation Letters (when indicated).
Call or Mel Gibbs now for a free 15 minute consultation - (659) 212-8310

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Birmingham, AL 35243

(659) 212-8310

Huntsville, AL 35806

My website
Exclusive pricing for select groups! Contact me for a FREE 10-minute consultation. Available via video conference during most weekdays.
I specialize in Medication Management, Women's Issues and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Mel Gibbs
Let's Connect (659) 212-8310
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Birmingham, AL 35243

(659) 212-8310

Huntsville, AL 35806

My website
Exclusive pricing for select groups! Contact me for a FREE 10-minute consultation. Available via video conference during most weekdays.
I specialize in Medication Management, Women's Issues and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Mel Gibbs

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AvMed
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centivo
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Regence
  • Surest
  • Trustmark Benefits
  • Tufts
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Private Pay, FSA, & HSA payment options accepted. For Private Pay: Ask about our payment plan program and special membership package! Exclusive pricing for select groups. In-network with various insurance providers. Superbills are available to help with reimbursement for my out-of-network clients.
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Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310
"
Private Pay, FSA, & HSA payment options accepted. For Private Pay: Ask about our payment plan program and special membership package! Exclusive pricing for select groups. In-network with various insurance providers. Superbills are available to help with reimbursement for my out-of-network clients.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Alabama / 1-102457 Jimel Gibbs
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • The University of Alabama, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from American Nurses Credentialing Center (PMHNP-BC) Certified
  • Certificate from American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (FNP-C) Certified
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Additionally, I am also a distinguished member of the Epsilon Omega Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society. Within the community, I actively serve on several committees for my local, state, and national organizations.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310
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Additionally, I am also a distinguished member of the Epsilon Omega Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society. Within the community, I actively serve on several committees for my local, state, and national organizations.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Medication Management
  • Women's Issues
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Burnout
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
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Delighted to collaborate with clients seeking to overcome depression, anxiety, & insomnia. These challenges often necessitate lifestyle modifications. However, the ideal client aims to achieve an overall improved quality of life. Together, we'll discuss interventions to help you reach your health and wellness goals. Our specialties include bariatric psych evaluations and ADHD testing.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310
"
Delighted to collaborate with clients seeking to overcome depression, anxiety, & insomnia. These challenges often necessitate lifestyle modifications. However, the ideal client aims to achieve an overall improved quality of life. Together, we'll discuss interventions to help you reach your health and wellness goals. Our specialties include bariatric psych evaluations and ADHD testing.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310

5 Endorsements

Kelly Thompson
Kelly Thompson
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I have the pleasure to be in professional community with Jimel Gibbs. She brings a thoughtful approach to every conversation and her insight invites reflection and clarity. I'm confident that her clients benefit from her calm, steady guidance!
Alisha Fluker
Alisha Fluker
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPAPRNPMHNPWHNPPMH-C
Mel brings genuine compassion to her work as a mental health provider. She is collaborative, patient-centered, and deeply committed to supporting her clients on their path to mental wellness.
Kayla Coleman
Kayla Coleman
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerAPRNPMHNPBC
Working alongside Mel Gibbs has been a true privilege. She is a supportive and insightful collaborator, as well as a champion of mental wellness. Her genuine care and dedication to every client shines through in her work.
Diggs Deeper Counseling & Consulting
Diggs Deeper Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSW
Dr. Gibbs is an excellent provider. She is very thorough in her assessments. Client's leave their sessions with her feeling heard, and hopeful. She is my go to when referring clients for psychiatric care.
Larry McSwain
Larry McSwain
Licensed Professional CounselorEd.SLPCNCC
I highly recommend Mel Gibbs for her exceptional clinical expertise, professionalism, and commitment to excellence in patient care. With great experience, she consistently cares for and shows a natural responsibility to meeting the needs of clients.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Deaf Allied
Little Person Allied

I also speak

American Sign Language (ASL)
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Deaf Allied
Little Person Allied

I also speak

American Sign Language (ASL)
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
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Motivational interviewing, active listening, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapies are utilized with each client during each session. I'll assist you in reviving the enjoyment and interest you once had in activities and hobbies. During treatment, we will discuss medications AND holistic health and wellness strategies (including lifestyle modifications) to improve your overall quality of life.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310
"
Motivational interviewing, active listening, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapies are utilized with each client during each session. I'll assist you in reviving the enjoyment and interest you once had in activities and hobbies. During treatment, we will discuss medications AND holistic health and wellness strategies (including lifestyle modifications) to improve your overall quality of life.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (659) 212-8310

Location

Primary Location

Birmingham, AL 35243

(659) 212-8310

Additional Location

Huntsville, AL 35806

(659) 212-8310
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Exclusive pricing for select groups! Contact me for a FREE 10-minute consultation. Available via video conference during most weekdays.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (659) 212-8310
"
Exclusive pricing for select groups! Contact me for a FREE 10-minute consultation. Available via video conference during most weekdays.
Photo of Mel Gibbs, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Mel Gibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (659) 212-8310