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I am Dr. Samuel Nwanekpe, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Many clients facing mental health issues may be struggling with anxiety, depression,PTSD, drug and alcohol addiction challenges, and the pursuit of recovery. They might also confront behavioral concerns like, bipolar disorder, PTSD, eating disorder, or schizophrenia, alongside lifestyle factors such as inadequate sleep habits. I establish trust, align objectives, offer holistic care, meet emotional needs, and promote a cooperative atmosphere to assist clients in enhancing their mental health.
I am Dr. Samuel Nwanekpe, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Many clients facing mental health issues may be struggling with anxiety, depression,PTSD, drug and alcohol addiction challenges, and the pursuit of recovery. They might also confront behavioral concerns like, bipolar disorder, PTSD, eating disorder, or schizophrenia, alongside lifestyle factors such as inadequate sleep habits. I establish trust, align objectives, offer holistic care, meet emotional needs, and promote a cooperative atmosphere to assist clients in enhancing their mental health.
I am a APRN, board-certified in psychiatry. I offer patient-centered, evidence-based mental healthcare with a focus on treating mood disorders, anxiety, and depression in individuals seeking supportive, approachable care. My approach emphasizes compassion, collaboration, and whole-person wellness. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide comprehensive care that includes medication management alongside therapeutic support. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and trauma-informed care to promote healing and personal growth.
I am a APRN, board-certified in psychiatry. I offer patient-centered, evidence-based mental healthcare with a focus on treating mood disorders, anxiety, and depression in individuals seeking supportive, approachable care. My approach emphasizes compassion, collaboration, and whole-person wellness. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide comprehensive care that includes medication management alongside therapeutic support. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and trauma-informed care to promote healing and personal growth.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am currently licensed in Minnesota, Texas, & Washington. I have over 11 + years of inpatient and outpatient nursing experience in various healthcare settings, including psychiatric, medical-surgical/telemetry, emergency room, oncology, progressive care, orthopedic, home health, rehab, community health, nursing home (LTC & TCU), etc. I earned my Master of Science in PMHNP from Walden University. I specialized in Psych Med Management, evaluation, Prescription / Refill, Med Review, and Follow-up for individuals across the lifespan. I work with adults,
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am currently licensed in Minnesota, Texas, & Washington. I have over 11 + years of inpatient and outpatient nursing experience in various healthcare settings, including psychiatric, medical-surgical/telemetry, emergency room, oncology, progressive care, orthopedic, home health, rehab, community health, nursing home (LTC & TCU), etc. I earned my Master of Science in PMHNP from Walden University. I specialized in Psych Med Management, evaluation, Prescription / Refill, Med Review, and Follow-up for individuals across the lifespan. I work with adults,
You know that feeling of running on empty but still having to show up? Sleepless nights, racing thoughts, the sense you're falling behind, no matter how hard you try. A version of yourself you barely recognize, between mood swings, lost motivation, and lack of appetite. You’re going through the motions of a life that doesn’t quite feel like yours anymore. You know something has to change. But what? Here’s the truth. You’ve been pushing through longer than you should have been. You don’t have to keep moving in this endless cycle. Change is possible. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
You know that feeling of running on empty but still having to show up? Sleepless nights, racing thoughts, the sense you're falling behind, no matter how hard you try. A version of yourself you barely recognize, between mood swings, lost motivation, and lack of appetite. You’re going through the motions of a life that doesn’t quite feel like yours anymore. You know something has to change. But what? Here’s the truth. You’ve been pushing through longer than you should have been. You don’t have to keep moving in this endless cycle. Change is possible. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
Amanda is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), specializing in providing medication evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults. She has experience with a wide range of mental health concerns, including: PTSD/trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, psychosis, and personality disorders.
Amanda is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), specializing in providing medication evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults. She has experience with a wide range of mental health concerns, including: PTSD/trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, psychosis, and personality disorders.
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I am a licensed psychiatric provider specializing in anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to mental healthcare, tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs while focusing on empowerment and long-term well-being. I aim to create a supportive space where we can work together to manage challenges and build resilience. My approach to care is holistic and patient-centered, integrating evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions.
I am a licensed psychiatric provider specializing in anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to mental healthcare, tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs while focusing on empowerment and long-term well-being. I aim to create a supportive space where we can work together to manage challenges and build resilience. My approach to care is holistic and patient-centered, integrating evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions.
I am Malinda Lynch, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, integrative approach to mental health by blending traditional medicine with holistic strategies. My focus areas include mood disorders, hormone-related mental health concerns, and helping individuals navigate life transitions with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
I am Malinda Lynch, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, integrative approach to mental health by blending traditional medicine with holistic strategies. My focus areas include mood disorders, hormone-related mental health concerns, and helping individuals navigate life transitions with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with four years’ experience in advanced practice nursing. As an Army veteran, I also have 20 years’ experience in trauma and critical care nursing. I provide medication management and limited psychotherapy for a variety of mental health issues. I enjoy working with women’s health issues, veterans, first responders, people with chronic disease processes, and the aging population.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with four years’ experience in advanced practice nursing. As an Army veteran, I also have 20 years’ experience in trauma and critical care nursing. I provide medication management and limited psychotherapy for a variety of mental health issues. I enjoy working with women’s health issues, veterans, first responders, people with chronic disease processes, and the aging population.
Ulas Camsari, M.D. ( Dr. C ) is a quadruple boarded psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has trained at Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Mayo Clinic. Dr. Camsari is board certified in four areas of psychiatry: General Adult Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine.
Ulas Camsari, M.D. ( Dr. C ) is a quadruple boarded psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has trained at Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Mayo Clinic. Dr. Camsari is board certified in four areas of psychiatry: General Adult Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine.
Adult ADHD, anxiety, and depression specialist providing personalized psychiatric care for adults who feel overwhelmed, distracted, or stuck despite their best efforts. Many of my clients are professionals, students, and high-functioning adults struggling with focus, motivation, emotional regulation, or persistent stress. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of healthcare experience, I provide thoughtful evaluations and evidence-based treatment to help you gain clarity, improve daily functioning, and build a healthier path forward.
Adult ADHD, anxiety, and depression specialist providing personalized psychiatric care for adults who feel overwhelmed, distracted, or stuck despite their best efforts. Many of my clients are professionals, students, and high-functioning adults struggling with focus, motivation, emotional regulation, or persistent stress. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of healthcare experience, I provide thoughtful evaluations and evidence-based treatment to help you gain clarity, improve daily functioning, and build a healthier path forward.
Michelle Kotte is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of nursing experience. She creates a warm, supportive environment and values open communication. Michelle is passionate about focusing on the whole person and tailoring care to each client’s unique needs. Michelle’s approach is direct, collaborative, and centered on partnership. She works closely with clients to develop a personalized plan, emphasizing transparency and shared decision-making throughout treatment.
Michelle Kotte is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of nursing experience. She creates a warm, supportive environment and values open communication. Michelle is passionate about focusing on the whole person and tailoring care to each client’s unique needs. Michelle’s approach is direct, collaborative, and centered on partnership. She works closely with clients to develop a personalized plan, emphasizing transparency and shared decision-making throughout treatment.
Karen Tonner, MSN, PMHNP-BC is an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of experience providing psychiatric care in outpatient and community mental health settings. She works with patients across the lifespan and treats a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Karen Tonner, MSN, PMHNP-BC is an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of experience providing psychiatric care in outpatient and community mental health settings. She works with patients across the lifespan and treats a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dr. Cedric Skillon is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Skillon’s clinical expertise includes treating adults with depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, substance -related and addictive disorders, and trauma related disorders. Dr. Skillon has worked in a variety of mental health care settings including academia, community mental health centers, and a substance use treatment center. Dr. Skillon grew up in Detroit, Michigan. He obtained his Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University.
Dr. Cedric Skillon is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Skillon’s clinical expertise includes treating adults with depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, substance -related and addictive disorders, and trauma related disorders. Dr. Skillon has worked in a variety of mental health care settings including academia, community mental health centers, and a substance use treatment center. Dr. Skillon grew up in Detroit, Michigan. He obtained his Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University.
Katlyn Bowman is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a diverse background in nursing and mental health care. She began her career as a Registered Nurse, working in inpatient psychiatry, the emergency department, renal/surgical units, and the operating room. She earned her BSN from Augustana College (2011) and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rush University (2018). She also holds a Master of Psychopharmacology certification and has experience in rural outpatient mental health care.
Katlyn Bowman is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a diverse background in nursing and mental health care. She began her career as a Registered Nurse, working in inpatient psychiatry, the emergency department, renal/surgical units, and the operating room. She earned her BSN from Augustana College (2011) and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rush University (2018). She also holds a Master of Psychopharmacology certification and has experience in rural outpatient mental health care.
With over 12 years of psychiatric experience, including practice at Mayo Clinic and as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Olmsted County Adult Detention, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in anxiety, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and stress management, utilizing a patient-centered approach that fosters strong therapeutic relationships, encourages active participation in treatment, reduces stigma, and promotes lasting mental wellness. I am dedicated to serving diverse and underserved populations in a variety of clinical settings.
With over 12 years of psychiatric experience, including practice at Mayo Clinic and as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Olmsted County Adult Detention, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in anxiety, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and stress management, utilizing a patient-centered approach that fosters strong therapeutic relationships, encourages active participation in treatment, reduces stigma, and promotes lasting mental wellness. I am dedicated to serving diverse and underserved populations in a variety of clinical settings.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a focus on life span. I have invaluable experience working with children, adolescents, and adult psychiatry. I provide medication management and therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a focus on life span. I have invaluable experience working with children, adolescents, and adult psychiatry. I provide medication management and therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs
Dr. Grethel Perez-Meek is a board-eligible psychiatrist with training across inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. She completed her psychiatry residency at Creighton University, earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University, and completed undergraduate studies in Biology with a minor in Chemistry at the University of Miami. She treats a broad range of conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and psychosis, and provides care in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Grethel Perez-Meek is a board-eligible psychiatrist with training across inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. She completed her psychiatry residency at Creighton University, earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University, and completed undergraduate studies in Biology with a minor in Chemistry at the University of Miami. She treats a broad range of conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and psychosis, and provides care in both English and Spanish.
Hello! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am currently licensed in MN, NM, TX, & WA. I have over 11+ years of inpatient and outpatient nursing experience in various healthcare settings. I earned my Master of Science in PMHNP from Walden University. I specialized in Psych Med Management, evaluation, Prescription / Refill, Med Review, and Follow-up for individuals across the lifespan. I work with adults, adolescents, and children 8+. Your path to wellness starts with a single step. Reach out now to begin your transformative journey with us – let’s create a brighter future together
Hello! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am currently licensed in MN, NM, TX, & WA. I have over 11+ years of inpatient and outpatient nursing experience in various healthcare settings. I earned my Master of Science in PMHNP from Walden University. I specialized in Psych Med Management, evaluation, Prescription / Refill, Med Review, and Follow-up for individuals across the lifespan. I work with adults, adolescents, and children 8+. Your path to wellness starts with a single step. Reach out now to begin your transformative journey with us – let’s create a brighter future together
Alana Ward is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). Alan has been practicing since 2018 and has experience with individuals of all ages. Prior to becoming a PMHNP, Alana worked as a registered nurse in critical care and psychiatry. As a PMHNP, she has experience working on inpatient adult and geriatric psychiatric units, as well as providing psychiatric evaluations and consultations to individuals on medical units and emergency rooms at hospitals.
Alana Ward is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). Alan has been practicing since 2018 and has experience with individuals of all ages. Prior to becoming a PMHNP, Alana worked as a registered nurse in critical care and psychiatry. As a PMHNP, she has experience working on inpatient adult and geriatric psychiatric units, as well as providing psychiatric evaluations and consultations to individuals on medical units and emergency rooms at hospitals.
My ideal clients are individuals from all backgrounds who want to feel heard, understood, and supported in their mental health journey. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing, major life changes, or simply feeling unlike themselves. My nursing background helps me see the whole person, not just their symptoms. Together, we create a compassionate, culturally respectful treatment plan that helps each client regain stability, build confidence, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
My ideal clients are individuals from all backgrounds who want to feel heard, understood, and supported in their mental health journey. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing, major life changes, or simply feeling unlike themselves. My nursing background helps me see the whole person, not just their symptoms. Together, we create a compassionate, culturally respectful treatment plan that helps each client regain stability, build confidence, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
