Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists in Elk River, MN
I am passionate about providing quality, empathetic, and comprehensive psychopharmacology combined with brief therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition, in my approach to medication management services.
I am passionate about providing quality, empathetic, and comprehensive psychopharmacology combined with brief therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition, in my approach to medication management services.
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.
Welcome! I'm Roxanne DoBrava, a dedicated Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. My mission is to provide supportive assistance through medication management and therapy, addressing a wide range of mental health disorders. I believe in the power of listening intently and providing empathetic care. My goal is to help you feel less overwhelmed by mental health struggles, achieve stability, and gain a proper understanding of your condition.
Welcome! I'm Roxanne DoBrava, a dedicated Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. My mission is to provide supportive assistance through medication management and therapy, addressing a wide range of mental health disorders. I believe in the power of listening intently and providing empathetic care. My goal is to help you feel less overwhelmed by mental health struggles, achieve stability, and gain a proper understanding of your condition.
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This often includes navigating sleep concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or mood patterns that have not fully made sense.
My approach is grounded in relational, thoughtful psychiatry. I specialize in ADHD, sleep, anxiety, and mood concerns, while staying current with newer medications and offering genetic testing when appropriate. The goal is to help you make clear, confident decisions.
This often includes navigating sleep concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or mood patterns that have not fully made sense.
My approach is grounded in relational, thoughtful psychiatry. I specialize in ADHD, sleep, anxiety, and mood concerns, while staying current with newer medications and offering genetic testing when appropriate. The goal is to help you make clear, confident decisions.
Do you or your child feel overwhelmed by the challenges of ADHD, migraines, mood, sleep, libido, or "meh" meds?
My clients often describe me as upbeat, approachable, and engaging. I'm not going to say "get outside more." With me, expect a partner who brings energy and creativity to every appointment, helping you or your child navigate challenges to find a true fix with real results.
Do you or your child feel overwhelmed by the challenges of ADHD, migraines, mood, sleep, libido, or "meh" meds?
My clients often describe me as upbeat, approachable, and engaging. I'm not going to say "get outside more." With me, expect a partner who brings energy and creativity to every appointment, helping you or your child navigate challenges to find a true fix with real results.
I am a board-certified PMHNP specializing in ADHD, mood disorders, sleep issues, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma/PTSD.
Your story matters, and my role is to listen, support, and guide you with care that addresses your mind, body, and spirit. I provide a safe, welcoming space where you can share openly and begin to heal. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficult life transitions, I work with you to create a plan that fits your needs. My goal is to empower you with the tools and confidence to move forward, build resilience, and restore balance in your life. Together, we’ll focus on lasting wellness and meaningful growth.
I am a board-certified PMHNP specializing in ADHD, mood disorders, sleep issues, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma/PTSD.
Your story matters, and my role is to listen, support, and guide you with care that addresses your mind, body, and spirit. I provide a safe, welcoming space where you can share openly and begin to heal. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficult life transitions, I work with you to create a plan that fits your needs. My goal is to empower you with the tools and confidence to move forward, build resilience, and restore balance in your life. Together, we’ll focus on lasting wellness and meaningful growth.
I am Derick Ngoran, PMHNP-BC, at Adullam Psychiatry, I treat children, teens, adults and geriatrics, suffering with Anxiety, Bipolar and Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Insomnia, Schizophrenia, Psychosis and more.
At Adullam Psychiatry it is my priority to understand your individual situation and needs in order to provide the best treatment plan for you. I listen and collaborate to provide trust, understanding and commitment. Seeking mental health is not always easy, but it is needed and shows your strength. The goal is to obtain a healthy mind and a healthy life.
I am Derick Ngoran, PMHNP-BC, at Adullam Psychiatry, I treat children, teens, adults and geriatrics, suffering with Anxiety, Bipolar and Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Insomnia, Schizophrenia, Psychosis and more.
At Adullam Psychiatry it is my priority to understand your individual situation and needs in order to provide the best treatment plan for you. I listen and collaborate to provide trust, understanding and commitment. Seeking mental health is not always easy, but it is needed and shows your strength. The goal is to obtain a healthy mind and a healthy life.
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I approach mental health from a compassionate, person-centered perspective, focusing on evidence-based treatments that are tailored to each individual's specific needs. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and holistic approaches to emotional well-being and resilience.
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I approach mental health from a compassionate, person-centered perspective, focusing on evidence-based treatments that are tailored to each individual's specific needs. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and holistic approaches to emotional well-being and resilience.
Ethan is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in various mental health settings including inpatient, emergency care, and outpatient clinic. Ethan is committed to welcoming patients of all backgrounds and helping them achieve their goals for wellness through evidence-based treatment options.
Ethan is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in various mental health settings including inpatient, emergency care, and outpatient clinic. Ethan is committed to welcoming patients of all backgrounds and helping them achieve their goals for wellness through evidence-based treatment options.
Care is tailored to your goals, and many patients begin noticing improvements in sleep, focus, and emotional stability within weeks.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, because mental health is closely connected to the mind, body, and environment. Healing begins with understanding your story, your strengths, and what matters most to you. My approach is holistic and collaborative. I take time to listen and work with you to uncover the biological, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors that may be affecting your well-being. Together, we’ll create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.
Care is tailored to your goals, and many patients begin noticing improvements in sleep, focus, and emotional stability within weeks.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, because mental health is closely connected to the mind, body, and environment. Healing begins with understanding your story, your strengths, and what matters most to you. My approach is holistic and collaborative. I take time to listen and work with you to uncover the biological, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors that may be affecting your well-being. Together, we’ll create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
Are you are struggling with mental health issues and believe medication might be a helpful tool for you? If so, I could be a great fit. I take time to hear you and understand your needs, and believe in exploring all options to help you, including medication.
I love working with kids, teens, and adults, and have a proven track record of collaborating with parents to best meet the needs of their child. I believe parents are essential to the care and wellbeing of their children.
Are you are struggling with mental health issues and believe medication might be a helpful tool for you? If so, I could be a great fit. I take time to hear you and understand your needs, and believe in exploring all options to help you, including medication.
I love working with kids, teens, and adults, and have a proven track record of collaborating with parents to best meet the needs of their child. I believe parents are essential to the care and wellbeing of their children.
In 2023, Al-Shifa Clinic began the FREE Psychiatric Clinic to provide equitable mental health access to our uninsured and underinsured patient population
In 2023, Al-Shifa Clinic began the FREE Psychiatric Clinic to provide equitable mental health access to our uninsured and underinsured patient population
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.
There are times that our mind and body need a little assistance with therapy, medication or both to be lifted out of feelings of depression, anxiety, mood disorder, insomnia, trauma and nightmares and more.
I have been working in healthcare in many different facets for over 30 years. I am eager to work with clients that are struggling with depression, anxiety (feelings of being overwhelmed), social anxiety, mood disorders and so many other mental health problems. I have worked with substance use and drug abuse extensively for over 12 years. Overcoming substance use does not have to be hard, it does not have to be a struggle, I am here to help. Struggling with mental health problems can sometimes be lonely and scary, I am here to listen and offer help and support, you don't have to struggle in silence or alone. I can help.
There are times that our mind and body need a little assistance with therapy, medication or both to be lifted out of feelings of depression, anxiety, mood disorder, insomnia, trauma and nightmares and more.
I have been working in healthcare in many different facets for over 30 years. I am eager to work with clients that are struggling with depression, anxiety (feelings of being overwhelmed), social anxiety, mood disorders and so many other mental health problems. I have worked with substance use and drug abuse extensively for over 12 years. Overcoming substance use does not have to be hard, it does not have to be a struggle, I am here to help. Struggling with mental health problems can sometimes be lonely and scary, I am here to listen and offer help and support, you don't have to struggle in silence or alone. I can help.
Andrea is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who strives to provide an all-inclusive, safe, and open space for patients across the lifespan. Andrea offers compassionate and comprehensive mental health assessments and medication management visits via telehealth in Minnesota and Illinois for variety of mental health conditions and concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, PTSD, and OCD.
Andrea is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who strives to provide an all-inclusive, safe, and open space for patients across the lifespan. Andrea offers compassionate and comprehensive mental health assessments and medication management visits via telehealth in Minnesota and Illinois for variety of mental health conditions and concerns, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, PTSD, and OCD.
Dr. Hopkins (she/her) received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Alabama in 2013. Dr. Hopkins holds two Masters degrees in nursing from Troy University (conferred in 2007) and The University of Alabama at Birmingham (conferred in 2017). She is dually board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. uring Dr. Hopkins’ many years of clinical experience she has worked in a variety of clinical settings as a nurse practitioner to include mental health/psychiatry, emergency medicine, internal medicine, family practice, women’s health, pediatrics, and geriatrics.
Dr. Hopkins (she/her) received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Alabama in 2013. Dr. Hopkins holds two Masters degrees in nursing from Troy University (conferred in 2007) and The University of Alabama at Birmingham (conferred in 2017). She is dually board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. uring Dr. Hopkins’ many years of clinical experience she has worked in a variety of clinical settings as a nurse practitioner to include mental health/psychiatry, emergency medicine, internal medicine, family practice, women’s health, pediatrics, and geriatrics.
I use an evidence-based, culturally sensitive model of care with my clients. I believe every client has a unique set of needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe my clients' health needs are better understood when their preference, cultural beliefs are prioritized. using an interdisciplinary approach, we work collaborative with client's preferred health needs to attain a level of care that is individualized and optimal.
Shuri Loveline Nwunasi, APRN, CNP
Board Certified in Minnesota
Clinic Director at Outpatient Psychiatry, based in MN, serves all of MN.
I use an evidence-based, culturally sensitive model of care with my clients. I believe every client has a unique set of needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe my clients' health needs are better understood when their preference, cultural beliefs are prioritized. using an interdisciplinary approach, we work collaborative with client's preferred health needs to attain a level of care that is individualized and optimal.
Shuri Loveline Nwunasi, APRN, CNP
Board Certified in Minnesota
Clinic Director at Outpatient Psychiatry, based in MN, serves all of MN.
Monica Guzdkiewicz Daugherty, PMHNP, helps patients in Minnesota find balance, stability, and renewed confidence through compassionate psychiatric care. She provides medication management for adolescents, teens, and adults, supporting individuals through life’s transitions and challenges. Her clinical approach is centered on understanding each person’s unique needs, with a focus on conditions such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. By combining evidence-based treatment with an attentive, empathetic presence, she empowers patients to take meaningful steps toward better mental health.
Monica Guzdkiewicz Daugherty, PMHNP, helps patients in Minnesota find balance, stability, and renewed confidence through compassionate psychiatric care. She provides medication management for adolescents, teens, and adults, supporting individuals through life’s transitions and challenges. Her clinical approach is centered on understanding each person’s unique needs, with a focus on conditions such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. By combining evidence-based treatment with an attentive, empathetic presence, she empowers patients to take meaningful steps toward better mental health.
Hi, I’m Phurbu Tara, a dual-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I work with adolescents and adults navigating life challenges such as relationship stress, anxiety, mood concerns, ADHD, life transitions, trauma, and emotional exhaustion. Many of my patients come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like themselves, and are looking for a way to feel more grounded, clear, and back in control of their lives.
Hi, I’m Phurbu Tara, a dual-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I work with adolescents and adults navigating life challenges such as relationship stress, anxiety, mood concerns, ADHD, life transitions, trauma, and emotional exhaustion. Many of my patients come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like themselves, and are looking for a way to feel more grounded, clear, and back in control of their lives.
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FAQ - Sleep or Insomnia Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with insomnia?
Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, can be a debilitating condition that can impact all areas of one's life. It can be normal for many individuals to face short periods of insomnia during times of acute stress, and these episodes will often resolve on their own without intervention with medication or therapy. However, when sleeping difficulties become chronic, it may signal a need for intervention. The first-line treatment for insomnia is behavioral and lifestyle modifications that promote sleep; these are often referred to as "sleep hygiene" and can include practices like establishing a consistent nighttime routine, limiting caffeine intake, engaging in regular exercise, and limiting screen use directly before bed. However, if these interventions are not successful in alleviating insomnia, individuals may choose to see a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia to help manage their symptoms, often through a combination of medication and therapy.
How do psychiatrists treat insomnia?
Psychiatrists specializing in insomnia have particular expertise in managing sleep-related conditions; in some cases, clients may also opt to see a psychiatrist who has expertise in a condition that may be contributing to their insomnia, such as anxiety or trauma. Depending on what a psychiatrist assesses as the underlying cause(s) of the client's insomnia, they may recommend a variety of treatment regimens. The severity of the client's insomnia and the degree to which it's impacting their everyday functioning will often determine what type of medication, if any, is prescribed. For clients whose insomnia is largely the result of another mental health condition, such as depression, the psychiatrist may work to manage that condition first to assess whether that resolves the insomnia.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in sleep issues?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in insomnia, you can use the Psychology Today online directory "filter" function to search for professionals with expertise in sleep or insomnia. You may also filter by additional specialties that may be relevant, such as anxiety or depression, or therapist identity that is important to you, such as gender or cultural identity. When searching for a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating insomnia and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.


