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Pratima Dahal
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
She specializes in management of, but not limited to, depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders in clients across life span.
Pratima is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her graduate degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She has been a registered nurse since 2005 with unique experiences in psychiatric nursing across different cultures. As a provider, Pratima focuses on individual plan of care emphasizing on uniqueness of each client and their life situations. She is an avid advocate of importance of mental health to achieve the overall health and well-being.
She specializes in management of, but not limited to, depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders in clients across life span.
Pratima is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her graduate degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She has been a registered nurse since 2005 with unique experiences in psychiatric nursing across different cultures. As a provider, Pratima focuses on individual plan of care emphasizing on uniqueness of each client and their life situations. She is an avid advocate of importance of mental health to achieve the overall health and well-being.
(704) 327-6968 View (704) 327-6968
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Dr. De'Edda Powell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28212
Hello, I am so happy you are here. My name is Dr. Powell. I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner serving North Carolina. I prided myself in providing comprehensive mental health care with a patient-centered and holistic approach to adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. I am experienced in addressing unique mental health disparities of the underrepresented populations in the African American and LGBTQ+ communities and offer treatment for a variety of mental health disorders, such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, OCD, schizophrenia, bipolar, and drug, alcohol addiction and more.
Hello, I am so happy you are here. My name is Dr. Powell. I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner serving North Carolina. I prided myself in providing comprehensive mental health care with a patient-centered and holistic approach to adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. I am experienced in addressing unique mental health disparities of the underrepresented populations in the African American and LGBTQ+ communities and offer treatment for a variety of mental health disorders, such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, OCD, schizophrenia, bipolar, and drug, alcohol addiction and more.
(704) 703-4422 View (704) 703-4422
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Kim English
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, BC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28211
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I treat individuals from ages 6 and above with diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism, Bipolar 1 & 2, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, Eating Disorders, OCD, PTSD, etc.
At Safe Haven Psychiatrics, we provide quality psychiatric services while taking a holistic approach to each patients mental health. Our goal is to focus not only on the diagnoses but also on the over-all well being of the individual, while empowering them to take control of their mental health.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I treat individuals from ages 6 and above with diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism, Bipolar 1 & 2, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, Eating Disorders, OCD, PTSD, etc.
At Safe Haven Psychiatrics, we provide quality psychiatric services while taking a holistic approach to each patients mental health. Our goal is to focus not only on the diagnoses but also on the over-all well being of the individual, while empowering them to take control of their mental health.
(704) 459-5920 View (704) 459-5920
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Mountain View Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
I am a very compassionate and professional Nurse Practitioner who has managed and treated a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep/insomnia, OCD, Bipolar II, PTSD, substance use, and other areas and have over 11 years of experience treating teens, adults and seniors.
I am a very compassionate and professional Nurse Practitioner who has managed and treated a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep/insomnia, OCD, Bipolar II, PTSD, substance use, and other areas and have over 11 years of experience treating teens, adults and seniors.
(704) 440-5830 View (704) 440-5830
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Kimberly G Kinard
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201  (Online Only)
Now taking new patients! If you're ready to stop suffering and maximize the potential of your medication regimen, I'm the psychiatrist for you. I won't stop trying until we find the right treatment personalized for your needs. I specialize in online telepsychiatry for all mental health diagnoses including depression, bipolar, anxiety, OCD, and postpartum mood disorders. I have 16 years of experience practicing psychiatry and I am skilled at finding the right medications in as few appointments as possible.
Now taking new patients! If you're ready to stop suffering and maximize the potential of your medication regimen, I'm the psychiatrist for you. I won't stop trying until we find the right treatment personalized for your needs. I specialize in online telepsychiatry for all mental health diagnoses including depression, bipolar, anxiety, OCD, and postpartum mood disorders. I have 16 years of experience practicing psychiatry and I am skilled at finding the right medications in as few appointments as possible.
(803) 913-3347 View (803) 913-3347
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Raleigh Wellness & Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ACNP-AG
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201  (Online Only)
Welcome to Raleigh Wellness and Behavioral Health! We are a private outpatient clinic providing virtual care and medication management for mental health disorders. Our goal is to alleviate suffering and promote recovery in the lives of people with mental health disorders. We provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, post-traumatic stress, OCD, and more. Our providers specialize in treating the full-spectrum of related conditions with personalized treatment plans that are right for each patient. We treat ages 6 and up.
Welcome to Raleigh Wellness and Behavioral Health! We are a private outpatient clinic providing virtual care and medication management for mental health disorders. Our goal is to alleviate suffering and promote recovery in the lives of people with mental health disorders. We provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, post-traumatic stress, OCD, and more. Our providers specialize in treating the full-spectrum of related conditions with personalized treatment plans that are right for each patient. We treat ages 6 and up.
(984) 464-7189 View (984) 464-7189
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Amy Boison
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cornelius, NC 28031
Life is hard enough, leave the neurotransmitter regulation to us.
Life is hard enough, leave the neurotransmitter regulation to us.
(980) 525-8057 View (980) 525-8057
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Meredith Barrett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28206
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself struggling to get by each day? Do you feel like you keep hitting a wall? Or that no matter what you do, you cannot climb your way out of the hole? To struggle is to be human, but it is possible to find balance. It is possible to find contentment and joy. It is possible to discover release, to experience freedom from mental anguish. Unrelieved mental and emotional hurdles make our worlds small, and tend to propel us further and further into isolation. I am here to listen, and to help you achieve mental wellness by giving you the tools you need to regain control of your life.
Do you find yourself struggling to get by each day? Do you feel like you keep hitting a wall? Or that no matter what you do, you cannot climb your way out of the hole? To struggle is to be human, but it is possible to find balance. It is possible to find contentment and joy. It is possible to discover release, to experience freedom from mental anguish. Unrelieved mental and emotional hurdles make our worlds small, and tend to propel us further and further into isolation. I am here to listen, and to help you achieve mental wellness by giving you the tools you need to regain control of your life.
(919) 328-3474 View (919) 328-3474
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Celena Nicole Shivers
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28204
Celena Nicole Shivers is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Celena helps patients diagnosed with mental illnesses have a good quality of life. In her spare time, Celena enjoys cooking.
Celena Nicole Shivers is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Celena helps patients diagnosed with mental illnesses have a good quality of life. In her spare time, Celena enjoys cooking.
(704) 274-2838 View (704) 274-2838
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Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Laura Nazzaro, PMHNP has over 10 years experience in the field of Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing and received certification as a Child/Adolescent Psychiatric/Mental Health and Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center in 2011. She received her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Psychology from Boston University and her Master of Science in Nursing degree from University of Illinois at Chicago with an emphasis on evaluation, assessment, diagnosis and medication management of a wide range of psychiatric/mental health disorders.
Laura Nazzaro, PMHNP has over 10 years experience in the field of Psychiatric Mental-Health Nursing and received certification as a Child/Adolescent Psychiatric/Mental Health and Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center in 2011. She received her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Psychology from Boston University and her Master of Science in Nursing degree from University of Illinois at Chicago with an emphasis on evaluation, assessment, diagnosis and medication management of a wide range of psychiatric/mental health disorders.
(704) 327-0609 View (704) 327-0609
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Gateway Charlotte Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
Gateway Charlotte Wellness is here for the mental health needs of clients (ages 6 to adults). Highly trained, empathetic, friendly and we take our time to get to know you so we can better help you. We utilize the most recent advancement in medicine. As a provider at Gateway Charlotte Wellness, I have many years of experience in mental Health. Currently works at one of Charlotte, North Carolina's local hospital. We see clients via telehealth anywhere, anytime at their convenience. Why wait? call now for help.
Gateway Charlotte Wellness is here for the mental health needs of clients (ages 6 to adults). Highly trained, empathetic, friendly and we take our time to get to know you so we can better help you. We utilize the most recent advancement in medicine. As a provider at Gateway Charlotte Wellness, I have many years of experience in mental Health. Currently works at one of Charlotte, North Carolina's local hospital. We see clients via telehealth anywhere, anytime at their convenience. Why wait? call now for help.
(980) 326-4916 View (980) 326-4916
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Patricia Carter
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Patricia Carter is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner. She is a mastered prepared advanced nurse with ten plus years of nursing experience. Knowledgeable in caring and treating patients in inpatient, outpatient, crisis, and skilled long-term settings. She is actively involved in promoting recovery for those with mental illness, addiction, and trauma through the integration of innovative and evidence based clinical practice and psychosocial needs.
Patricia Carter is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner. She is a mastered prepared advanced nurse with ten plus years of nursing experience. Knowledgeable in caring and treating patients in inpatient, outpatient, crisis, and skilled long-term settings. She is actively involved in promoting recovery for those with mental illness, addiction, and trauma through the integration of innovative and evidence based clinical practice and psychosocial needs.
(704) 459-1057 View (704) 459-1057
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Laura Mary Foster
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262  (Online Only)
I am licensed in NC and VA and run an all virtual practice so I can see clients who live in these two states. I currently take, United, Aetna, Optum, Oscar, Cigna, Oxford and I also take cash pay and sliding scale patients. I do not take Medicaid or Medicare currently. I enjoy helping clients improve their day-to-day functioning with medications, brief counseling, psycho-education and holistic solutions. I take the time to listen to their needs, stressors and histories; not just medicate them and move them along quickly. I have 20 years of sole, successful, clinical experience treating a diverse patient population.
I am licensed in NC and VA and run an all virtual practice so I can see clients who live in these two states. I currently take, United, Aetna, Optum, Oscar, Cigna, Oxford and I also take cash pay and sliding scale patients. I do not take Medicaid or Medicare currently. I enjoy helping clients improve their day-to-day functioning with medications, brief counseling, psycho-education and holistic solutions. I take the time to listen to their needs, stressors and histories; not just medicate them and move them along quickly. I have 20 years of sole, successful, clinical experience treating a diverse patient population.
(984) 217-8847 View (984) 217-8847
Photo of Elizabeth Owusu, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Mecklenburg County, NC
Elizabeth Owusu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269
I was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa but I earned my nursing degree in Charlotte, NC. I am currently a dual certified Family Nurse and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of North Carolina. I have over 16+ years of both acute care and public nursing experience. As aforementioned I was raised in Ghana, where many things are reserved for the wealthy, this includes education, mental health, and healthcare. In many cases, a preventable illness becomes an epidemic due to lack of better understanding of one's medical diagnosis and treatment course.
I was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa but I earned my nursing degree in Charlotte, NC. I am currently a dual certified Family Nurse and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of North Carolina. I have over 16+ years of both acute care and public nursing experience. As aforementioned I was raised in Ghana, where many things are reserved for the wealthy, this includes education, mental health, and healthcare. In many cases, a preventable illness becomes an epidemic due to lack of better understanding of one's medical diagnosis and treatment course.
(704) 817-2825 View (704) 817-2825
Photo of Miranda Harris, Psychiatrist in Mecklenburg County, NC
Miranda Harris
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
Accepting new patients! Are you worried that your child or teen may have a mental health diagnosis? Or maybe you have been struggling to find someone to help manage your child’s medications? Are you having a difficult time deciding if your child even needs medications? Is everywhere you call booked out for six months?
Accepting new patients! Are you worried that your child or teen may have a mental health diagnosis? Or maybe you have been struggling to find someone to help manage your child’s medications? Are you having a difficult time deciding if your child even needs medications? Is everywhere you call booked out for six months?
(980) 655-3397 View (980) 655-3397
Photo of Claris Livingstone, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Mecklenburg County, NC
Claris Livingstone
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
Originally from the Caribbean, Claris started her nursing career over 30 years ago and is currently a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Claris graduated from Walden University with her family medicine studies and then from Liberty University with her psychiatric studies. Claris has a combined nursing experiencing spanning from neonatal to geriatric nursing responding to various levels of urgent and severe medical conditions and stabilization of such conditions. Claris' current focus is family psychiatry. She is of the firm belief that mental health is vital in every stage of life.
Originally from the Caribbean, Claris started her nursing career over 30 years ago and is currently a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Claris graduated from Walden University with her family medicine studies and then from Liberty University with her psychiatric studies. Claris has a combined nursing experiencing spanning from neonatal to geriatric nursing responding to various levels of urgent and severe medical conditions and stabilization of such conditions. Claris' current focus is family psychiatry. She is of the firm belief that mental health is vital in every stage of life.
(704) 850-5596 View (704) 850-5596
Photo of Sakina Alston, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Mecklenburg County, NC
Sakina Alston
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269
I have always had an innate passion to treat not the disease, but rather to assist individuals in living up to their desired level of optimal functioning despite health or sociological barriers they face. Twelve years of nursing experience allowed me to treat and gain familiarity with people from all walks of life; I also had the opportunity to understand their barriers to functioning at their best. I have cared for adolescents, children and babies when they were in crisis in the emergency department providing reassurance and safety.
I have always had an innate passion to treat not the disease, but rather to assist individuals in living up to their desired level of optimal functioning despite health or sociological barriers they face. Twelve years of nursing experience allowed me to treat and gain familiarity with people from all walks of life; I also had the opportunity to understand their barriers to functioning at their best. I have cared for adolescents, children and babies when they were in crisis in the emergency department providing reassurance and safety.
(704) 270-3702 View (704) 270-3702
Photo of Anne S. Richardson, Psychiatrist in Mecklenburg County, NC
Anne S. Richardson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cornelius, NC 28031
Most things in life are multifactorial and hence we must target our wellbeing in a variety of ways. To truly target symptoms and suffering one should explore not only medication but psychological, behavioral, and holistic approaches as well. In this small, private psychiatric practice I offer the space for intense assessment, treatment and growth. The treatment isn't hindered by modern healthcare's limitations. With easier access to your provider and extended appointment times allows for a different psychiatric experience. To be heard.
Most things in life are multifactorial and hence we must target our wellbeing in a variety of ways. To truly target symptoms and suffering one should explore not only medication but psychological, behavioral, and holistic approaches as well. In this small, private psychiatric practice I offer the space for intense assessment, treatment and growth. The treatment isn't hindered by modern healthcare's limitations. With easier access to your provider and extended appointment times allows for a different psychiatric experience. To be heard.
(980) 324-2178 View (980) 324-2178
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Wise Mind and Body
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28297  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients from anywhere in North Carolina! Are you overwhelmed with life’s day to day responsibilities? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or trouble sleeping? Do you want more balance in your life? There is hope! Joanna Wiseman will guide you on your journey to personal growth and happiness through mental stability. Schedule your first appointment with Joanna today.
Accepting new patients from anywhere in North Carolina! Are you overwhelmed with life’s day to day responsibilities? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or trouble sleeping? Do you want more balance in your life? There is hope! Joanna Wiseman will guide you on your journey to personal growth and happiness through mental stability. Schedule your first appointment with Joanna today.
(704) 397-4744 View (704) 397-4744
Photo of Joanna Wiseman, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Mecklenburg County, NC
Joanna Wiseman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28204
Joanna Wiseman is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2009. She has a Master's of Science specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Regis College. As a compassionate listener, Joanna strives to care for each client as an individual and will personalize their care to obtain their goals utilizing a humanistic and holistic approach. In her spare time, Joanna enjoys running, watching movies, watching football, reading, listening to music, playing with her dogs, and travelling, especially to the beach.
Joanna Wiseman is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2009. She has a Master's of Science specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Regis College. As a compassionate listener, Joanna strives to care for each client as an individual and will personalize their care to obtain their goals utilizing a humanistic and holistic approach. In her spare time, Joanna enjoys running, watching movies, watching football, reading, listening to music, playing with her dogs, and travelling, especially to the beach.
(704) 703-4476 View (704) 703-4476

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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists

How long does OCD treatment take?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?

Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?

Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?

Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.