Geriatric and Seniors Psychiatrists in Biloxi, MS
Depression? There are new treatment options offering relief from depression in as little as 2 weeks! Not your usual SSRI’s or SNRI's. Is it covered by insurance? Yes. There is help & hope for you. Binge eating disorder? We offer individualized treatment. ADHD focused care assessed with Testing and once a day treatments available! We offer Psychiatric Medication Management online throughout Mississippi. We also have in person visits available.
Depression? There are new treatment options offering relief from depression in as little as 2 weeks! Not your usual SSRI’s or SNRI's. Is it covered by insurance? Yes. There is help & hope for you. Binge eating disorder? We offer individualized treatment. ADHD focused care assessed with Testing and once a day treatments available! We offer Psychiatric Medication Management online throughout Mississippi. We also have in person visits available.
I'm Kelli, and I hold dual board certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the years, I've honed my skills in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. My true passion lies in mental health, and I'm committed to delivering high-quality and empathetic mental health and primary care services to individuals of all ages. I currently provide care to patients in Florida and Mississippi, addressing conditions such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and various other behavioral health concerns, in addition to general primary care.
I'm Kelli, and I hold dual board certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the years, I've honed my skills in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. My true passion lies in mental health, and I'm committed to delivering high-quality and empathetic mental health and primary care services to individuals of all ages. I currently provide care to patients in Florida and Mississippi, addressing conditions such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and various other behavioral health concerns, in addition to general primary care.
As a health care provider, patient advocacy has been the cornerstone of my practice. I am a highly self-sufficient professional, confident in my ability to independently manage and resolve a wide range of common challenges and unpredictable situations in healthcare. I've had the opportunity to build tools to support providers with improving the accuracy of their diagnoses.
As a health care provider, patient advocacy has been the cornerstone of my practice. I am a highly self-sufficient professional, confident in my ability to independently manage and resolve a wide range of common challenges and unpredictable situations in healthcare. I've had the opportunity to build tools to support providers with improving the accuracy of their diagnoses.
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My ideal is anyone that seeks to improve their mental health.
My ideal is anyone that seeks to improve their mental health.
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - We are a team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers and primary care physicians offering convenient and comprehensive mental health treatment across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We specialize in treating a multitude of conditions therefore are able to match you with a provider best suited to meet your specific needs. Let us help you achieve a higher quality of life and overall sense of wellbeing. Contact us today!
Now Accepting New Patients- - -Most Insurance Plans Accepted- - - We are a team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers and primary care physicians offering convenient and comprehensive mental health treatment across multiple states, both in-person and virtually. We specialize in treating a multitude of conditions therefore are able to match you with a provider best suited to meet your specific needs. Let us help you achieve a higher quality of life and overall sense of wellbeing. Contact us today!
Dr. Chancey S Penn
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DHA, MSN, FNPBC, PMHNPBC
1 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39501
As a nurse practitioner specialized in mental and family health care, I'm committed to understanding your unique health challenges and goals. My approach integrates mental and physical health care, allowing for comprehensive support. I distinguish myself by continuously advancing my expertise in these fields and creating a non-judgmental, safe space for all family members, ensuring everyone's concerns are heard and addressed effectively.
As a nurse practitioner specialized in mental and family health care, I'm committed to understanding your unique health challenges and goals. My approach integrates mental and physical health care, allowing for comprehensive support. I distinguish myself by continuously advancing my expertise in these fields and creating a non-judgmental, safe space for all family members, ensuring everyone's concerns are heard and addressed effectively.
I am a firm believer in individualized medicine. Therefore, I usually take time to get to know the person and their life first and then evaluate the medical information in the context of that individual's experiences. I believe that this approach makes for an effective diagnosis and treatment process.
I am a firm believer in individualized medicine. Therefore, I usually take time to get to know the person and their life first and then evaluate the medical information in the context of that individual's experiences. I believe that this approach makes for an effective diagnosis and treatment process.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
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Doctor of Nursing Practice student at The University of Southern Mississippi. I graduated from Jones County Junior College in 1999 as a License Practical Nurse. I graduated from Meridian Community College in 2005 as an RN-BSN, in 2007 from the University of Southern Mississippi and a BSN-MSN in 2013 from the University of Southern Mississippi.
I received a second post-master's dual certification from PMHNP 2019. I have 20+ years of nursing experience and 7 years as a Nurse Practitioner in diverse backgrounds including Mental Health/LPN Post Op Rehabilitation Center at South Central Regional Medical Center/RN, Family Medicine/Nurse
Doctor of Nursing Practice student at The University of Southern Mississippi. I graduated from Jones County Junior College in 1999 as a License Practical Nurse. I graduated from Meridian Community College in 2005 as an RN-BSN, in 2007 from the University of Southern Mississippi and a BSN-MSN in 2013 from the University of Southern Mississippi.
I received a second post-master's dual certification from PMHNP 2019. I have 20+ years of nursing experience and 7 years as a Nurse Practitioner in diverse backgrounds including Mental Health/LPN Post Op Rehabilitation Center at South Central Regional Medical Center/RN, Family Medicine/Nurse
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FAQ - About Geriatric Psychiatry
What do geriatric psychiatrists do?
Geriatric psychiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions rooted in the neurological and cognitive changes of aging, such as dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and mood disorders that may be complicated by cognitive decline. In addition, they help older adults and their families navigate decisions around medications, cognitive functioning, and care planning. Geriatric psychiatrists often collaborate with neurologists, primary care physicians, and other medical specialists to ensure that psychiatric treatment aligns with other components of a client’s care.
How do geriatric psychiatrists assess mental and physical health?
Given their medical training, geriatric psychiatrists are trained to conduct cognitive and neuropsychiatric evaluations that go beyond standard mental health assessments conducted by non-medical professionals, such as therapists. They evaluate memory, attention, executive function, and behavioral changes to distinguish between normal age-related cognitive decline and diagnosable conditions such as Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Because many neurological conditions can initially present with psychiatric symptoms, they also assess how various non-psychiatric medical factors, medications, and brain changes may contribute to a client’s condition. The results of these evaluations can inform treatment planning, including medication management, patient safety considerations, and potential referral to other specialists, such as a neurologist.
How can I find a geriatric psychiatrist?
Psychology Today's online directory helps users find psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in working with the geriatric population. The platform offers filters to narrow your search by specialty, such as dementia or Alzheimer's. Each provider profile includes detailed information on therapeutic approach, licensure, insurance plans accepted, languages spoken, and session fees, allowing you to assess whether a provider is a good fit.