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Lindsey Lawrence
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28412
At Making Waves Mental Health, our approach will be to personalize each medication treatment plan for the individual needs of each patient.
At Making Waves Mental Health, our approach will be to personalize each medication treatment plan for the individual needs of each patient.
(910) 569-8565 View (910) 569-8565
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CapeSide Psychiatry & CapeSide Addiction Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28405
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders.
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders.
(910) 407-7358 View (910) 407-7358
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Mountain Mental Health and Wellness, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
I'm a nurse practitioner specialist, providing compassionate mental health care for residents of NC. At your first appointment we will explore your life's journey and evaluate any previous treatment response. Then medication is prescribed or adjusted, and a plan of action is made through collaboration. My philosophy for prescribing medication incorporates evidence-based science and wellness. I will keep in touch with you in between appointments with a medical app giving you the best opportunity for successful and sustained wellness.
I'm a nurse practitioner specialist, providing compassionate mental health care for residents of NC. At your first appointment we will explore your life's journey and evaluate any previous treatment response. Then medication is prescribed or adjusted, and a plan of action is made through collaboration. My philosophy for prescribing medication incorporates evidence-based science and wellness. I will keep in touch with you in between appointments with a medical app giving you the best opportunity for successful and sustained wellness.
(828) 759-5470 View (828) 759-5470
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Lauren Duffy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 304-5730 View (910) 304-5730

Online Psychiatrists

Photo of Francesca Esdaile, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Wilmington, NC
Francesca Esdaile
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28303
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner offering a blend of psychotherapy and medication management dedicated to making meaningful connections with individuals in need. I specialize in assisting people facing challenges in focus, mood regulation, and overall well-being. I help busy professionals who are diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, PTSD, and ADHD stop feeling lost and unfulfilled in their personal and professional lives so that they can have the mental capacity to be present with their families. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly express yourself.
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner offering a blend of psychotherapy and medication management dedicated to making meaningful connections with individuals in need. I specialize in assisting people facing challenges in focus, mood regulation, and overall well-being. I help busy professionals who are diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, PTSD, and ADHD stop feeling lost and unfulfilled in their personal and professional lives so that they can have the mental capacity to be present with their families. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly express yourself.
(910) 427-5060 View (910) 427-5060
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Connie Baxter
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28314  (Online Only)
As a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner my goal is to provide you with a safe and caring environment to discuss your thoughts and feelings as well as provide medication management. My focus is to enhance and assist your strengths and coping skills with any challenges you may be facing.
As a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner my goal is to provide you with a safe and caring environment to discuss your thoughts and feelings as well as provide medication management. My focus is to enhance and assist your strengths and coping skills with any challenges you may be facing.
(910) 348-7438 View (910) 348-7438
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Mending Minds Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Immediate openings available!
Immediate openings available!
(910) 634-3855 View (910) 634-3855
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Ashley Cunningham
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Eastover, NC 28312  (Online Only)
My name is Ashley. I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner working with Mindful Healing Group LLC. We are accepting new North Carolina patients. We treat a wide range of mental health disorders. We can help you reach your goals of improving your mental health by offering you personalized care, including medication management and therapy. We practice holism, which helps improve patients' physical, mental, and social well-being.
My name is Ashley. I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner working with Mindful Healing Group LLC. We are accepting new North Carolina patients. We treat a wide range of mental health disorders. We can help you reach your goals of improving your mental health by offering you personalized care, including medication management and therapy. We practice holism, which helps improve patients' physical, mental, and social well-being.
(910) 696-6933 View (910) 696-6933
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Leandra Davidson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MBA, MSN , PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28306  (Online Only)
Text or call 919-535-9342 or go to the website and click on Request Services. Appointments are Available! I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of North Carolina and DC. I have been a part of the military community for over 20 years. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Is your child struggling with sadness, anxiety, or poor concentration? Has your mood and behavior affected your personal or professional relationships? Has a traumatic event changed your life, and now you don't even know who you are?
Text or call 919-535-9342 or go to the website and click on Request Services. Appointments are Available! I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of North Carolina and DC. I have been a part of the military community for over 20 years. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Is your child struggling with sadness, anxiety, or poor concentration? Has your mood and behavior affected your personal or professional relationships? Has a traumatic event changed your life, and now you don't even know who you are?
(828) 360-8786 View (828) 360-8786
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Carolina Behavioral Health and Wellness PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New Bern, NC 28562
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make healthy choices. Mental and physical health are equally important components of our overall health. For example, depression increases the risk for many types of physical health problems, particularly long-lasting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. I believe mental health is a lifestyle and place emphasis on healthy habits, wellness and self-care to optimize the best version of ourselves.
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make healthy choices. Mental and physical health are equally important components of our overall health. For example, depression increases the risk for many types of physical health problems, particularly long-lasting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. I believe mental health is a lifestyle and place emphasis on healthy habits, wellness and self-care to optimize the best version of ourselves.
(252) 297-6133 View (252) 297-6133
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Gretchen Barnes
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MPAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28314  (Online Only)
I'm a board-certified PA who offers medication management for teens and adults dealing with common mental health problems. I am eager to help my patients gain insight into the science surrounding various treatment options. I pride myself on being detailed and compassionate in my approach. I believe that shared decision-making can help patients proactively improve their mental wellbeing.
I'm a board-certified PA who offers medication management for teens and adults dealing with common mental health problems. I am eager to help my patients gain insight into the science surrounding various treatment options. I pride myself on being detailed and compassionate in my approach. I believe that shared decision-making can help patients proactively improve their mental wellbeing.
(919) 298-8631 View (919) 298-8631
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Cana Psychiatric Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CNP
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Dr Lola is a Family psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner:NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Are you suffering from Anxiety? Hopelessness, helplessness, lack of self-worth, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, ANGER, ADHD, unsure of your diagnosis, or any other mental health disorders? Are you feeling a low mood? I am Board-Certified Psych Mental Health Nurse Practioner (PMHNP-BC) offering TELEPSYCH services in RTP and the surrounding area in North Carolina.
Dr Lola is a Family psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner:NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Are you suffering from Anxiety? Hopelessness, helplessness, lack of self-worth, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, ANGER, ADHD, unsure of your diagnosis, or any other mental health disorders? Are you feeling a low mood? I am Board-Certified Psych Mental Health Nurse Practioner (PMHNP-BC) offering TELEPSYCH services in RTP and the surrounding area in North Carolina.
(919) 647-7378 View (919) 647-7378

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Psychosis Psychiatrists

What’s the most effective treatment for psychosis?

The most effective treatment for psychosis is coordinated specialty care. In this model, a team of professionals works with a patient to address all aspects of the underlying disorder. This approach incorporates individual or group therapy, employment and education support, family support and education, medication management (which often involves low doses of antipsychotics), and case management to facilitate problem-solving as needed.

When should people seek treatment for psychosis?

People should seek immediate treatment at the earliest indication of psychosis. Symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized or blocked speech, and agitated body movements. Early signs that a person may be developing a disorder that will lead to psychosis include suspiciousness of others, memory problems and distractibility, an inability to think clearly, rapid or nonsensical speech, withdrawal from friends or family, aggression toward others, and sensitivity to bright lights or noises.

What if psychosis is left untreated?

Without treatment, psychosis can have significant repercussions, including injuries, job loss, homelessness, financial or legal trouble, ruptured relationships, and suffering for the person and their family. While early treatment for psychosis often yields the best results, there is no point past which it becomes useless to seek treatment. At any point, treatment can make a difference.

How do I get someone else to seek treatment for psychosis?

It’s extremely difficult to watch a loved one suffer from hallucinations, delusions, and other elements of psychosis—sometimes exacerbated by their fears of treatment. Have a conversation with them in a quiet space and maintain a calm, supportive tone. Share your concerns about behaviors you’ve observed, suggest treatment, and explain the potential benefits. Listen carefully to their responses. The person may not be ready after one conversation, but with time, they may come around.