Women's Issues Psychiatrists in Wake Forest, NC
As a board-certified physician assistant with over seven years of experience in behavioral health, I am passionate about supporting my patients through life’s challenges. I believe that meaningful psychiatric care is a collaborative partnership. I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where my patients can feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings, without judgment. Together, we’ll take the time to understand your goals and discuss various treatment options that feel right for you.
As a board-certified physician assistant with over seven years of experience in behavioral health, I am passionate about supporting my patients through life’s challenges. I believe that meaningful psychiatric care is a collaborative partnership. I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where my patients can feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings, without judgment. Together, we’ll take the time to understand your goals and discuss various treatment options that feel right for you.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who keeps things real, relaxed, and judgment‑free. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and addiction, and bring 16+ years of experience to a style that’s supportive, conversational, and genuinely human. You show up as you are; I meet you there and help you move forward.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who keeps things real, relaxed, and judgment‑free. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and addiction, and bring 16+ years of experience to a style that’s supportive, conversational, and genuinely human. You show up as you are; I meet you there and help you move forward.
Medication services! Accepting new patients! Hello and welcome! I’m Stella Okonkwo, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, virtual care for patients navigating mental health challenges. I hold a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Winston-Salem State University, and a Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatry from Walden University. With extensive experience in substance abuse treatment. I am committed to providing holistic and collaborative care to address your mental health needs.
Medication services! Accepting new patients! Hello and welcome! I’m Stella Okonkwo, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, virtual care for patients navigating mental health challenges. I hold a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Winston-Salem State University, and a Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatry from Walden University. With extensive experience in substance abuse treatment. I am committed to providing holistic and collaborative care to address your mental health needs.
In the practice of Psychiatry, Dan combines an integrative approach with conventional medicine. He incorporates an understanding of the neuropsychology, physical health, lifestyle, spiritual and sociologic dynamics into the care of his patients. Something unique about Dan is that rather than treating symptoms, he focuses on discovering the underlying issues a person has which ultimately brings healing. His objective for patients is to avoid negative influences and encourage healthy lifestyles. Dan uses medicine judiciously depending on each individuals need, so that they can become the best version of themselves.
In the practice of Psychiatry, Dan combines an integrative approach with conventional medicine. He incorporates an understanding of the neuropsychology, physical health, lifestyle, spiritual and sociologic dynamics into the care of his patients. Something unique about Dan is that rather than treating symptoms, he focuses on discovering the underlying issues a person has which ultimately brings healing. His objective for patients is to avoid negative influences and encourage healthy lifestyles. Dan uses medicine judiciously depending on each individuals need, so that they can become the best version of themselves.
Now Accepting New Clients! I want to help you get to a better place mentally, physically, and spiritually. You deserve to feel happy when you wake up and peaceful when you go to bed at night. I promise that I am here to support and listen to your needs and whatever you are going through right now. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I integrate holistic approaches in addition to medication in my treatment approach. Every person that comes into my office is very different and deserves to be seen for who they are and not only their symptoms. Together we will create a plan that works for you whether with medication, therapy, or both!
Now Accepting New Clients! I want to help you get to a better place mentally, physically, and spiritually. You deserve to feel happy when you wake up and peaceful when you go to bed at night. I promise that I am here to support and listen to your needs and whatever you are going through right now. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I integrate holistic approaches in addition to medication in my treatment approach. Every person that comes into my office is very different and deserves to be seen for who they are and not only their symptoms. Together we will create a plan that works for you whether with medication, therapy, or both!
Throughout my nursing career, I have been deeply moved by the unique mental health challenges women face—often shaped by biological, social, and cultural factors that are too frequently overlooked in care. From postpartum depression to the emotional toll of infertility, from trauma recovery to navigating menopause, I have seen how women’s mental health needs require both clinical expertise and a deep well of empathy. These experiences have inspired my commitment to becoming a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in women’s mental health.
Throughout my nursing career, I have been deeply moved by the unique mental health challenges women face—often shaped by biological, social, and cultural factors that are too frequently overlooked in care. From postpartum depression to the emotional toll of infertility, from trauma recovery to navigating menopause, I have seen how women’s mental health needs require both clinical expertise and a deep well of empathy. These experiences have inspired my commitment to becoming a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in women’s mental health.
Katrina Baron is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a rich background in psychiatric care and a deep commitment to holistic healing. Having served as the Medical Director at Prosperity Eating Disorders and Wellness from 2021 to 2024, she provided essential psychiatric support for their Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP). Katrina's career spans various acute, inpatient, and community health settings, including her role as Clinical Coordinator at Leva Psychiatry, where she led the PEERS Social Skills group for young adults.
Katrina Baron is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a rich background in psychiatric care and a deep commitment to holistic healing. Having served as the Medical Director at Prosperity Eating Disorders and Wellness from 2021 to 2024, she provided essential psychiatric support for their Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP). Katrina's career spans various acute, inpatient, and community health settings, including her role as Clinical Coordinator at Leva Psychiatry, where she led the PEERS Social Skills group for young adults.
Life brings seasons of pressure, transition, and unseen difficulties that were never meant to be carried alone. Healing often begins when you find the courage to step into a trusted, supportive space where you can share your story with care. While that step can feel vulnerable, it is often the doorway to true healing. At Kingdom Reserves Psychiatry, we believe true wellness extends beyond symptom relief and attends to the mind, body, and spirit of individuals.
Life brings seasons of pressure, transition, and unseen difficulties that were never meant to be carried alone. Healing often begins when you find the courage to step into a trusted, supportive space where you can share your story with care. While that step can feel vulnerable, it is often the doorway to true healing. At Kingdom Reserves Psychiatry, we believe true wellness extends beyond symptom relief and attends to the mind, body, and spirit of individuals.
Accepting New Clients! Are you searching for a psychiatric physician assistant who goes above and beyond to prioritize your well-being? I’d love to work with you! My name is Laurie and I am a dedicated professional committed to providing unparalleled support and guidance on your journey to mental health. With years of experience and a passion for fostering genuine connections, I value the power of collaboration with my patients. I believe that open communication and mutual understanding are essential foundations for successful treatment. We will work together to find the best thing for you, medication, nutrition, wellness care.
Accepting New Clients! Are you searching for a psychiatric physician assistant who goes above and beyond to prioritize your well-being? I’d love to work with you! My name is Laurie and I am a dedicated professional committed to providing unparalleled support and guidance on your journey to mental health. With years of experience and a passion for fostering genuine connections, I value the power of collaboration with my patients. I believe that open communication and mutual understanding are essential foundations for successful treatment. We will work together to find the best thing for you, medication, nutrition, wellness care.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina treating ages 15+. I spent a large part of my training working in specialty units in hospitals and understand that when a client makes an appointment, it is usually after a tremendous amount of self reflection. It takes courage and strength to speak to a professional while sharing your deepest thoughts. As a professional, I hope to have the privilege to treat and advocate for you while making you feel a part of a collaborative team, where an individualized approach to care is provided and your concerns and well-being are prioritized.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina treating ages 15+. I spent a large part of my training working in specialty units in hospitals and understand that when a client makes an appointment, it is usually after a tremendous amount of self reflection. It takes courage and strength to speak to a professional while sharing your deepest thoughts. As a professional, I hope to have the privilege to treat and advocate for you while making you feel a part of a collaborative team, where an individualized approach to care is provided and your concerns and well-being are prioritized.
My ideal clients are adults managing anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, or insomnia who want consistent, compassionate support. Many feel exhausted, unfocused, or overwhelmed by life and weight changes. They seek telehealth psychiatry and talk therapy that fits their busy schedules. We focus on improving mood, focus, sleep, and motivation through evidence-based medication management and holistic mental-wellness care.
My ideal clients are adults managing anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, or insomnia who want consistent, compassionate support. Many feel exhausted, unfocused, or overwhelmed by life and weight changes. They seek telehealth psychiatry and talk therapy that fits their busy schedules. We focus on improving mood, focus, sleep, and motivation through evidence-based medication management and holistic mental-wellness care.
I am a licensed mental health professional dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals.
I am a licensed mental health professional dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and therapist with over a decade of experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other challenges. My goal is to provide care that feels compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to you—whether that means therapy, medication, or a combination of both.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and therapist with over a decade of experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other challenges. My goal is to provide care that feels compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to you—whether that means therapy, medication, or a combination of both.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck and not sure where to turn? You’re not alone.
Hi, I’m Heather, a psychiatric physician assistant with over 13 years of experience providing collaborative, thoughtful medication management for adults 18 and up. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming and trauma-informed, and I focus on creating a space where you feel heard, not rushed, judged, or reduced to a diagnosis. Many of my patients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic stress and are looking for care that feels more personalized and intentional.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck and not sure where to turn? You’re not alone.
Hi, I’m Heather, a psychiatric physician assistant with over 13 years of experience providing collaborative, thoughtful medication management for adults 18 and up. I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming and trauma-informed, and I focus on creating a space where you feel heard, not rushed, judged, or reduced to a diagnosis. Many of my patients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic stress and are looking for care that feels more personalized and intentional.
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Cherry understands how impactful mental health is on overall well-being. She's passionate about decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and increasing access to care. Cherry has an abundance of international travel, which helped develop a broad frame of reference that allows her to better understand people, their cultures, and their beliefs.
Cherry understands how impactful mental health is on overall well-being. She's passionate about decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and increasing access to care. Cherry has an abundance of international travel, which helped develop a broad frame of reference that allows her to better understand people, their cultures, and their beliefs.
I am currently accepting patients that are pregnant or postpartum or by direct referral from a therapist or provider. I understand that changes occurring during a woman's life can affect her ability to cope and heal. I provide compassionate care and medication management. I am passionate about helping mothers through changes that occur during and after pregnancy that are so often minimized in health care settings. My goal is to help mothers to feel supported throughout their pregnancy and birth, empowered with the knowledge of their body and respected in their choices of care.
I am currently accepting patients that are pregnant or postpartum or by direct referral from a therapist or provider. I understand that changes occurring during a woman's life can affect her ability to cope and heal. I provide compassionate care and medication management. I am passionate about helping mothers through changes that occur during and after pregnancy that are so often minimized in health care settings. My goal is to help mothers to feel supported throughout their pregnancy and birth, empowered with the knowledge of their body and respected in their choices of care.
As a board-certified Physician Assistant and psychiatric provider, I use a patient-centered approach that blends medication management, education, and preventive strategies. My clinical experience includes telemedicine psychiatry, and I have worked extensively with individuals facing mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD. Through active listening and shared decision-making, I collaborate with my patients to create treatment plans that align with their unique needs and goals.
As a board-certified Physician Assistant and psychiatric provider, I use a patient-centered approach that blends medication management, education, and preventive strategies. My clinical experience includes telemedicine psychiatry, and I have worked extensively with individuals facing mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD. Through active listening and shared decision-making, I collaborate with my patients to create treatment plans that align with their unique needs and goals.
My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating life transitions who are ready to better understand their mental health and feel like themselves again. Many come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, or challenges related to pregnancy, postpartum, or perimenopause. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a collaborative, judgment-free environment. Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that helps you regain balance, build resilience, and move toward lasting wellness.
My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating life transitions who are ready to better understand their mental health and feel like themselves again. Many come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, or challenges related to pregnancy, postpartum, or perimenopause. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a collaborative, judgment-free environment. Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that helps you regain balance, build resilience, and move toward lasting wellness.
Ever feel like you are just barely getting by, drowning in all the to-do's. Feeling like you are just not good enough, will you ever get there? As a society, we have been exceptional at ensuring perfection is the only way to be happy. But who says? Who gets to dictate what perfection is? This is your life. We will all have struggles, loss, grief in our lives, but there are people who care. Depression, anxiety, trauma touches everyone in some way. You deserve to be heard. I strive to listen, hear you, and work together to find your way back to your best life. There is always hope, sometimes you just need help to find it.
Ever feel like you are just barely getting by, drowning in all the to-do's. Feeling like you are just not good enough, will you ever get there? As a society, we have been exceptional at ensuring perfection is the only way to be happy. But who says? Who gets to dictate what perfection is? This is your life. We will all have struggles, loss, grief in our lives, but there are people who care. Depression, anxiety, trauma touches everyone in some way. You deserve to be heard. I strive to listen, hear you, and work together to find your way back to your best life. There is always hope, sometimes you just need help to find it.
Now Accepting New Patients! Welcome! I am an adult and child psychiatrist who is here to help you figure out if medications would be beneficial for you. When it comes to medications I believe that less is more. I see patients from all over NC via video appointments. I enjoy working with children and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression and trauma survivors. I help people reclaim their personal power and sense of self by medication management, Empathy Based Supportive and Solution Focused Therapy, and lifestyle changes for greater personal balance. My office offers personal and expedient medical care and supportive psychotherapy.
Now Accepting New Patients! Welcome! I am an adult and child psychiatrist who is here to help you figure out if medications would be beneficial for you. When it comes to medications I believe that less is more. I see patients from all over NC via video appointments. I enjoy working with children and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression and trauma survivors. I help people reclaim their personal power and sense of self by medication management, Empathy Based Supportive and Solution Focused Therapy, and lifestyle changes for greater personal balance. My office offers personal and expedient medical care and supportive psychotherapy.
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How can psychiatrists help women with gender-specific mental health challenges?
Women can face a variety of unique mental health challenges that they may seek psychiatric support for, such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause, body image concerns, and other conditions that intersect with gender-based experiences. Psychiatrists with specific expertise in working with women can offer treatment for these conditions, often through medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. While not all psychiatrists who specialize in women's issues are female, some women find that they are most comfortable seeing a female psychiatrist, as they may feel more supported by someone who has shared life experiences and perspectives.
What does psychiatric treatment for women's issues involve?
Because women's issues encompass a variety of concerns, the course of treatment recommended by a psychiatrist will vary. However, psychiatrists will often begin treatment with an assessment of a client's current symptoms and recommend a treatment plan according to the assessment findings. Treatment often includes a combination of psychotherapy and medication, depending on the nature of the concern and the individual's goals. For example, a psychiatrist might use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, or interpersonal therapy (IPT) to help clients explore and address challenges related to identity, relationships, parenting, or past trauma. For those experiencing mood changes related to hormonal fluctuations—such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or perinatal depression—medication may also be considered to help stabilize mood. In many cases, psychiatrists will coordinate with other healthcare providers, such as OB-GYNs or primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive care.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in women's issues?
Psychology Today's online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists by treatment specialty and gender, making it easy to find psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who treat women's issues and identify as female. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees.