Alcohol Use Psychiatrists in Burnsville, MN
Our Burnsville office is open and now providing TMS and ADHD services! Book today and be seen within 7 days or less! We also have extended evening hours. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience with degrees and backgrounds in kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We offer a holistic, personalized, and collaborative approach to psychiatric care and wellbeing. With a strong belief that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their trusted medical providers.
Our Burnsville office is open and now providing TMS and ADHD services! Book today and be seen within 7 days or less! We also have extended evening hours. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience with degrees and backgrounds in kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We offer a holistic, personalized, and collaborative approach to psychiatric care and wellbeing. With a strong belief that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their trusted medical providers.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Life gets overwhelming. Tasks pile up, relationships strain, and somewhere along the way, you lose your footing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings that don't make sense, or the feeling that you're falling short, no matter how hard you try. You deserve a place where you feel supported, not judged, and like you genuinely belong. That place exists in my virtual office. You might have tried getting help before and left feeling more alone than when you started. Like your words landed nowhere. Here, your words don't just land. They matter. Mental health touches everything. Getting support isn't giving up. It's the opposite.
Nexus of Hope Psychiatry & Mental Health Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Burnsville, MN 55337
TAKING NEW PATIENTS! Telehealth appointments are available for your convenience. Appointments are available within 7 days or less. We also have extended evening hours. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience with degrees in kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We bring a holistic and collaborative approach to psychiatric care. We believe that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their medical providers.
TAKING NEW PATIENTS! Telehealth appointments are available for your convenience. Appointments are available within 7 days or less. We also have extended evening hours. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience with degrees in kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We bring a holistic and collaborative approach to psychiatric care. We believe that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their medical providers.
Nexus Of Hope Psychiatry & Mental Health Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Burnsville, MN 55337
We have multiple providers available ONLINE and IN-OFFICE! We are offering TMS and ADHD services in addition to other alternative therapies! New evaluation appointments are currently available within 7 days or less. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience in fields with degrees ranging from kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We offer a range of holistic and collaborative approaches to psychiatric care. We strongly believe that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their medical providers.
We have multiple providers available ONLINE and IN-OFFICE! We are offering TMS and ADHD services in addition to other alternative therapies! New evaluation appointments are currently available within 7 days or less. Our providers have over 30 years of combined healthcare experience in fields with degrees ranging from kinesiology, public health, pharmacology, and nursing. We offer a range of holistic and collaborative approaches to psychiatric care. We strongly believe that individuals require transparency, compassion, genuineness, and empathy from their medical providers.
At Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care tailored to your unique journey. Our team of dedicated professionals offers psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy services for individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to helping you find clarity, healing, and renewed purpose—one step at a time.
At Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care tailored to your unique journey. Our team of dedicated professionals offers psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy services for individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to helping you find clarity, healing, and renewed purpose—one step at a time.
I’m currently accepting new patients, with appointments available within 48 hours and flexible scheduling.
Many of my patients are the people everyone else depends on. They're professionals, parents, caregivers, and high achievers who appear to have it all together while struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, trauma, or major life transitions behind the scenes. They come to me feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck, or frustrated after trying to manage everything on their own. At Pleasant Place Psychiatry, we take the time to listen, understand your story, and create a personalized treatment plan.
I’m currently accepting new patients, with appointments available within 48 hours and flexible scheduling.
Many of my patients are the people everyone else depends on. They're professionals, parents, caregivers, and high achievers who appear to have it all together while struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, trauma, or major life transitions behind the scenes. They come to me feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck, or frustrated after trying to manage everything on their own. At Pleasant Place Psychiatry, we take the time to listen, understand your story, and create a personalized treatment plan.
Life can become overwhelming before we even realize we're struggling. You may wake up feeling anxious without knowing why, carry the weight of depression that makes even simple tasks feel impossible, constantly overthink every decision, battle racing thoughts that never seem to quiet down, or feel emotionally exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Perhaps you've been told to "just be strong" or "get over it," yet deep inside you know something doesn't feel right. The truth is, you don't have to continue suffering in silence. Healing begins the moment you decide that your mental health deserves the same care and attention
Life can become overwhelming before we even realize we're struggling. You may wake up feeling anxious without knowing why, carry the weight of depression that makes even simple tasks feel impossible, constantly overthink every decision, battle racing thoughts that never seem to quiet down, or feel emotionally exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Perhaps you've been told to "just be strong" or "get over it," yet deep inside you know something doesn't feel right. The truth is, you don't have to continue suffering in silence. Healing begins the moment you decide that your mental health deserves the same care and attention
My private practice, Unlimited Roads Behavioral Health, offers medication management, brief therapy, Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and substance use disorder treatment including Medication assisted therapy (MAT) including Naltrexone and Suboxone, as well as referrals to outside agencies if needed.
My private practice, Unlimited Roads Behavioral Health, offers medication management, brief therapy, Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and substance use disorder treatment including Medication assisted therapy (MAT) including Naltrexone and Suboxone, as well as referrals to outside agencies if needed.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in Minnesota to provide diagnostic evaluation and management of conditions including but not limited to Depressive and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Psychotic and Personality disorders across the lifespan. Additionally, I provide medication bridging services aimed at maintaining uninterrupted access to your prescribed medications during times of transition or gaps in care.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in Minnesota to provide diagnostic evaluation and management of conditions including but not limited to Depressive and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Psychotic and Personality disorders across the lifespan. Additionally, I provide medication bridging services aimed at maintaining uninterrupted access to your prescribed medications during times of transition or gaps in care.
Life can be intense, especially when your "normal" day involves making life-altering decisions or witnessing high-stress situations. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or the weight of trauma, you deserve more than just a prescription—you deserve a provider who truly "gets it." I combine clinical expertise with a warm, fun-loving approach to ensure you feel seen as a person, not just a diagnosis. I am honored to treat individuals from all backgrounds. I have a deep commitment to those who serve: veterans, law enforcement, medical professionals, and first responders.
Life can be intense, especially when your "normal" day involves making life-altering decisions or witnessing high-stress situations. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or the weight of trauma, you deserve more than just a prescription—you deserve a provider who truly "gets it." I combine clinical expertise with a warm, fun-loving approach to ensure you feel seen as a person, not just a diagnosis. I am honored to treat individuals from all backgrounds. I have a deep commitment to those who serve: veterans, law enforcement, medical professionals, and first responders.
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I also treat other substance use disorder including alcohol use disorder
I understand the impacts addictions can have on people. My nephew got involved in drug use and ended up being homeless. He lost his job and family. I got involved in addiction medicine while working in a jail where I treated patients in the detox units. I could see that a lot of the inmates got better during treatment but relapsed after they were released.
I also treat other substance use disorder including alcohol use disorder
I understand the impacts addictions can have on people. My nephew got involved in drug use and ended up being homeless. He lost his job and family. I got involved in addiction medicine while working in a jail where I treated patients in the detox units. I could see that a lot of the inmates got better during treatment but relapsed after they were released.
New appointment times are available starting in January, 2017. I look forward to working with patients that desire to improve their emotional and mental health and are motivated to take active steps toward achieving their recovery.
New appointment times are available starting in January, 2017. I look forward to working with patients that desire to improve their emotional and mental health and are motivated to take active steps toward achieving their recovery.
Meilyn Santamaria, PMHNP, supports children, teens, and adults across Minnesota in achieving greater emotional stability, improved focus, and overall mental wellness through personalized psychiatric care and medication management. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and ADHD, offering thoughtful evaluations and evidence-based treatment plans that align with each patient’s unique needs and goals. Her clinical focus includes treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, while also addressing a wide range of additional concerns such as substance use, mood disorders, and sleep issues.
Meilyn Santamaria, PMHNP, supports children, teens, and adults across Minnesota in achieving greater emotional stability, improved focus, and overall mental wellness through personalized psychiatric care and medication management. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and ADHD, offering thoughtful evaluations and evidence-based treatment plans that align with each patient’s unique needs and goals. Her clinical focus includes treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, while also addressing a wide range of additional concerns such as substance use, mood disorders, and sleep issues.
My ideal client is an individual experiencing anxiety, depression, Psychosis, dual diagnosis, trauma, ADHD, or significant life transitions who is seeking clarity, stability, and emotional well-being. They value a supportive, nonjudgmental environment and evidence-based care. Their goals include symptom relief, improved functioning, and long-term resilience. They seek treatment to better understand themselves, regain control, and build a more balanced and fulfilling life.
My ideal client is an individual experiencing anxiety, depression, Psychosis, dual diagnosis, trauma, ADHD, or significant life transitions who is seeking clarity, stability, and emotional well-being. They value a supportive, nonjudgmental environment and evidence-based care. Their goals include symptom relief, improved functioning, and long-term resilience. They seek treatment to better understand themselves, regain control, and build a more balanced and fulfilling life.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, sleep problems, or difficulty focusing, and unsure where to start. You want care that feels thoughtful, practical, and judgment-free—not rushed or confusing. Your goal is to feel more balanced, sleep better, manage symptoms, and have a clear plan you can trust. You’re looking for a provider who listens, explains options clearly, and works with you to build skills, confidence, and lasting mental wellness.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, sleep problems, or difficulty focusing, and unsure where to start. You want care that feels thoughtful, practical, and judgment-free—not rushed or confusing. Your goal is to feel more balanced, sleep better, manage symptoms, and have a clear plan you can trust. You’re looking for a provider who listens, explains options clearly, and works with you to build skills, confidence, and lasting mental wellness.
Utilizing a philosophy of care that is wholistic...treating the body, mind & spirit with a positive, dynamic, recovery-focused approach to health and well-being, I would be honored to help you on your journey. Providing an atmosphere of warmth, positive regard, and mutual respect, I enjoy discussing with patients their health and life goals, focusing on one's strengths and resilience to work through current difficulties & chart a positive course going forward. With my vast experience, I utilize evidence-based medications and approaches to treat psychiatric/mental health disorders & stay up to date on cutting edge therapies.
Utilizing a philosophy of care that is wholistic...treating the body, mind & spirit with a positive, dynamic, recovery-focused approach to health and well-being, I would be honored to help you on your journey. Providing an atmosphere of warmth, positive regard, and mutual respect, I enjoy discussing with patients their health and life goals, focusing on one's strengths and resilience to work through current difficulties & chart a positive course going forward. With my vast experience, I utilize evidence-based medications and approaches to treat psychiatric/mental health disorders & stay up to date on cutting edge therapies.
As a board-certified PMHNP with nearly a decade of experience, I provide comprehensive mental health care to diverse populations. I specialize in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders (depression, bipolar), Anxiety Disorder (GAD, Panic, PTSD), Substance Use Disorder, and ADD/ADHD disorders using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology. My experience spans outpatient, inpatient, and crisis stabilization settings. Currently, I serve as Medical Director at a mental health and substance abuse treatment center. I focus on medication management, therapy, and patient education to foster holistic care and improve outcomes.
As a board-certified PMHNP with nearly a decade of experience, I provide comprehensive mental health care to diverse populations. I specialize in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders (depression, bipolar), Anxiety Disorder (GAD, Panic, PTSD), Substance Use Disorder, and ADD/ADHD disorders using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology. My experience spans outpatient, inpatient, and crisis stabilization settings. Currently, I serve as Medical Director at a mental health and substance abuse treatment center. I focus on medication management, therapy, and patient education to foster holistic care and improve outcomes.
Many people who reach out are functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or worn down internally. You might be wondering if what you’re experiencing is “enough” to ask for help, or you may have tried things that didn’t quite fit.
Often, what people are really looking for is clarity—something that makes sense of what’s been happening and a way forward that feels grounded and realistic.
Many people who reach out are functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or worn down internally. You might be wondering if what you’re experiencing is “enough” to ask for help, or you may have tried things that didn’t quite fit.
Often, what people are really looking for is clarity—something that makes sense of what’s been happening and a way forward that feels grounded and realistic.
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FAQ - Alcohol Use Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with alcohol use disorder?
For many individuals, alcohol consumption is a normal part of social events or celebrations. However, alcohol use that becomes more frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily functioning may meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder (AUD). At this point, a psychiatric support can be an important step in addressing the issue. Psychiatrists who specialize in alcohol use disorder help individuals understand the psychological and physiological effects of drinking and offer support through therapy and, when appropriate, medications approved for alcohol-related treatment which can reduce cravings and support individuals in reducing or stopping alcohol use.
What does the assessment and treatment planning process involve?
Seeing a psychiatrist for alcohol-related concerns typically begins with an assessment of the person's drinking habits, as well as a screening for any co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma-related disorders. This evaluation informs the treatment plan and helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of intervention is needed first—such as medically supervised detoxification or an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Once the appropriate level of care is established, the psychiatrist works with the client to develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs and recovery goals. Psychiatric treatment for alcohol use disorders often incorporates evidence-based therapies, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and relapse prevention planning. Depending on the client's goals, treatment may focus on either moderation or complete abstinence. In some cases, psychiatrists may also coordinate with other members of the client's care team, such as primary care providers or addiction specialists, to ensure an integrated approach.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in alcohol use disorder?
The Psychology Today online directory is a valuable resource for finding psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in alcohol use. Users can filter providers based on specialty, insurance accepted, fees, location, and personal identity preferences—such as gender, cultural background, or religious affiliation. Because not all providers treat alcohol-related conditions, it is important to verify a psychiatrist's experience with alcohol use disorder. When contacting a provider, consider asking about their specific experience treating alcohol-related issues, as well as their approach to both medication management and behavioral therapy. This is especially important for individuals seeking a particular type of treatment approach, such as harm reduction or abstinence-based care.