Female Psychiatrists in Lincoln, NE
Needing a NEW patient appointment? DON'T sit on a WAIT list! CALL or EMAIL today and get scheduled to be seen right away! Whether it is for a child or an adult dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, substance use, eating disorder, schizophrenia, or other mild to severe psychiatric and mental illnesses, our clinicians are ready to help. We believe that whole health begins with a healthy mind so, we look at your whole being while evaluating you for the need for care, prescribing medications, and offering brief supportive therapy to you.
Needing a NEW patient appointment? DON'T sit on a WAIT list! CALL or EMAIL today and get scheduled to be seen right away! Whether it is for a child or an adult dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, substance use, eating disorder, schizophrenia, or other mild to severe psychiatric and mental illnesses, our clinicians are ready to help. We believe that whole health begins with a healthy mind so, we look at your whole being while evaluating you for the need for care, prescribing medications, and offering brief supportive therapy to you.
Shayla Hinrichsen is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in psychiatric care and a commitment to promoting holistic mental health and wellness. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degrees from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. With a passion for mental health advocacy and a focus on individualized, evidence-based care, Shayla provides comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and medication management for a wide range of mental health issues.
Shayla Hinrichsen is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in psychiatric care and a commitment to promoting holistic mental health and wellness. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degrees from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. With a passion for mental health advocacy and a focus on individualized, evidence-based care, Shayla provides comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and medication management for a wide range of mental health issues.
I have a passion for women's mental health! Women have unique life experiences and challenges. I have seen first hand the need for increased mental health access for women. I believe one of the most empowering things we can do for ourselves is to take care of our mind! I am available to prescribe and monitor psychotropic medication. My goal is to use shared decision making that is driven by you! Together, we can determine if medication is the right choice, and if so we will work to find what is the most effective for you. We can also discuss alternative treatment options, and I can assist with resources beyond medication management.
I have a passion for women's mental health! Women have unique life experiences and challenges. I have seen first hand the need for increased mental health access for women. I believe one of the most empowering things we can do for ourselves is to take care of our mind! I am available to prescribe and monitor psychotropic medication. My goal is to use shared decision making that is driven by you! Together, we can determine if medication is the right choice, and if so we will work to find what is the most effective for you. We can also discuss alternative treatment options, and I can assist with resources beyond medication management.
I work with individuals who are looking for support, clarity, and practical tools to improve their mental health and overall quality of life. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults, and I have a special interest in helping people navigate life transitions- whether that involves starting college, career changes, relationship shifts, parenthood, postpartum adjustment, or identity changes during different stages of life.
I work with individuals who are looking for support, clarity, and practical tools to improve their mental health and overall quality of life. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults, and I have a special interest in helping people navigate life transitions- whether that involves starting college, career changes, relationship shifts, parenthood, postpartum adjustment, or identity changes during different stages of life.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or the challenges of mental health. My ideal client is someone who wants to feel heard and supported. I like to work as a team with my clients, explaining options and side effects and picking a treatment we can agree on together. I believe not only in medication but also in lifestyle changes and natural options. My passions are ADHD, cancer patients, PTSD, and SUD. I’m here to help you take the first step toward healing and growth. You deserve care that meets you where you are so you can live your best life possible.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or the challenges of mental health. My ideal client is someone who wants to feel heard and supported. I like to work as a team with my clients, explaining options and side effects and picking a treatment we can agree on together. I believe not only in medication but also in lifestyle changes and natural options. My passions are ADHD, cancer patients, PTSD, and SUD. I’m here to help you take the first step toward healing and growth. You deserve care that meets you where you are so you can live your best life possible.
As a Nurse Practitioner (APRN) I feel passionately that our physical and mental health are interconnected and it is best to treat from a whole body perspective and really get to know my patients on a personal level. Each and every person is an individual and I believe it is my role to listen, and learn about my patients .
As a Nurse Practitioner (APRN) I feel passionately that our physical and mental health are interconnected and it is best to treat from a whole body perspective and really get to know my patients on a personal level. Each and every person is an individual and I believe it is my role to listen, and learn about my patients .
Currently accepting new patients! Hello! I am Heather Spangler, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am here to help guide you on your mental health journey. We will work together through your evaluation, discuss your current/new diagnosis, and decide together the best medication management. Together we will come up with personal goals to help you achieve the best of YOU!
Currently accepting new patients! Hello! I am Heather Spangler, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am here to help guide you on your mental health journey. We will work together through your evaluation, discuss your current/new diagnosis, and decide together the best medication management. Together we will come up with personal goals to help you achieve the best of YOU!
"If you are new to mental health medications, or if you are not, you might have doubts. I'll take the time to listen to your concerns and develop a plan that you are comfortable with. This is a process and I am willing to work with you and make the changes necessary to benefit your overall state of mental health."
"If you are new to mental health medications, or if you are not, you might have doubts. I'll take the time to listen to your concerns and develop a plan that you are comfortable with. This is a process and I am willing to work with you and make the changes necessary to benefit your overall state of mental health."
Your needs are unique so your care should be too. I provide individualized psychiatric and behavioral health care to children, adolescents and adults. I have a a specialty focus in children, adolescents and women of all ages, including expectant and nursing mothers.
Your needs are unique so your care should be too. I provide individualized psychiatric and behavioral health care to children, adolescents and adults. I have a a specialty focus in children, adolescents and women of all ages, including expectant and nursing mothers.
My name is Kelsey Brisbin. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I like to take a collaborative approach with my patients. I believe in making individual medication choices based on the needs of each client. I work with each client individually and collaboratively to make treatment decisions. I believe in compassionate care and hearing each client's needs. I work with all ages children through geriatric populations. I am comfortable treating all psychiatry conditions, but specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD.
My name is Kelsey Brisbin. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I like to take a collaborative approach with my patients. I believe in making individual medication choices based on the needs of each client. I work with each client individually and collaboratively to make treatment decisions. I believe in compassionate care and hearing each client's needs. I work with all ages children through geriatric populations. I am comfortable treating all psychiatry conditions, but specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD.
Seeking out a new provider can be difficult. It is essential to find a provider with whom you can connect and work collaboratively to achieve your goals and improve quality of life. I embrace a holistic framework and enjoy using my knowledge as a family NP to ensure all aspects of the mind and body are considered. I enjoy working with individuals with various mental health diagnoses and concerns. If you are interested in services, give me a call and I would be happy to discuss options!
Seeking out a new provider can be difficult. It is essential to find a provider with whom you can connect and work collaboratively to achieve your goals and improve quality of life. I embrace a holistic framework and enjoy using my knowledge as a family NP to ensure all aspects of the mind and body are considered. I enjoy working with individuals with various mental health diagnoses and concerns. If you are interested in services, give me a call and I would be happy to discuss options!
I believe that good psychiatric care starts with truly listening. With more than 20 years of nursing experience across hospital care, hospice, long-term care, and nursing education, I bring a deep understanding of health and healing to my work as a board-certified PMHNP. My approach is collaborative and patient-centered. I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to partner with you, not just prescribe for you. I take time to make sure you understand your diagnosis, your options, and the reasoning behind every recommendation. I want you to feel informed and in control of your treatment plan.
I believe that good psychiatric care starts with truly listening. With more than 20 years of nursing experience across hospital care, hospice, long-term care, and nursing education, I bring a deep understanding of health and healing to my work as a board-certified PMHNP. My approach is collaborative and patient-centered. I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to partner with you, not just prescribe for you. I take time to make sure you understand your diagnosis, your options, and the reasoning behind every recommendation. I want you to feel informed and in control of your treatment plan.
I have received specialized training in mental health diagnosis and medication management, but believe strongly in the power of you having a choice in any and all decisions we make regarding your treatment. I believe in having longer appointments so that you never feel rushed and all of your questions can be answered as they come up.
I have received specialized training in mental health diagnosis and medication management, but believe strongly in the power of you having a choice in any and all decisions we make regarding your treatment. I believe in having longer appointments so that you never feel rushed and all of your questions can be answered as they come up.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a passion for supporting children, adolescents, and young adults in their mental health journeys while providing psychiatric medication management. With eight years of experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, I bring a solid clinical foundation to my practice. My approach is patient-centered, focusing on collaboration to establish treatment goals tailored to each individual's needs. I am committed to delivering compassionate, holistic care that prioritizes the well-being of my patients.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a passion for supporting children, adolescents, and young adults in their mental health journeys while providing psychiatric medication management. With eight years of experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, I bring a solid clinical foundation to my practice. My approach is patient-centered, focusing on collaboration to establish treatment goals tailored to each individual's needs. I am committed to delivering compassionate, holistic care that prioritizes the well-being of my patients.
Hello, I’m Paige Buresh, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in providing psychiatric care, diagnosis, and medication management for children, adolescents, and young adults facing mental health challenges.
I offer personalized treatment plans that help manage mental health symptoms like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, Autism, and mood disorders while promoting overall emotional well-being. Together, we can create a plan that works for you.
Hello, I’m Paige Buresh, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in providing psychiatric care, diagnosis, and medication management for children, adolescents, and young adults facing mental health challenges.
I offer personalized treatment plans that help manage mental health symptoms like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, Autism, and mood disorders while promoting overall emotional well-being. Together, we can create a plan that works for you.
You know yourself better than anyone else, so I will partner with you to plan your care. I will combine my knowledge, expertise, and various treatments with your expertise about you and your situation. I provide conservative treatment with the fewest medications possible. Let me help you meet your goals and get you back to life.
You know yourself better than anyone else, so I will partner with you to plan your care. I will combine my knowledge, expertise, and various treatments with your expertise about you and your situation. I provide conservative treatment with the fewest medications possible. Let me help you meet your goals and get you back to life.
Seeking out care for mental health can be difficult and scary. I strive to provide optimal medication management to those with mental health struggles. I work with patients to come up with a plan of care together that best fits their needs in the present moment and goals for the future. I enjoy helping those regain control of and improve their quality of life. I provide a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment for you to be able to express your concerns and needs.
Seeking out care for mental health can be difficult and scary. I strive to provide optimal medication management to those with mental health struggles. I work with patients to come up with a plan of care together that best fits their needs in the present moment and goals for the future. I enjoy helping those regain control of and improve their quality of life. I provide a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment for you to be able to express your concerns and needs.
Hi, I’m Fatima, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Steady Path Psychiatry LLC. I’m glad you’re here. My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard and understood. I work with individuals across the lifespan, with a special focus on women’s mental health, including PMS, PMDD, perimenopause, pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, bipolar disorders, and ADHD. Together, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan to help you feel more balanced and move forward with confidence.
Hi, I’m Fatima, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Steady Path Psychiatry LLC. I’m glad you’re here. My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard and understood. I work with individuals across the lifespan, with a special focus on women’s mental health, including PMS, PMDD, perimenopause, pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, bipolar disorders, and ADHD. Together, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan to help you feel more balanced and move forward with confidence.
My clientele is women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or struggling to feel like themselves again.They may be dealing with depression, anxiety, mood changes, sleep issues, or stress from work , family, or life transitions. I provide supportive, judgment free space where we can talk openly about what you are experiencing and develop a treatment plan that helps you move forward with greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
My clientele is women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or struggling to feel like themselves again.They may be dealing with depression, anxiety, mood changes, sleep issues, or stress from work , family, or life transitions. I provide supportive, judgment free space where we can talk openly about what you are experiencing and develop a treatment plan that helps you move forward with greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
Bilingual Psychiatric NP for Anxiety, Depression & Trauma (English/Español)
Hi, I’m Maribel Garcia, PMHNP, and I am here to walk alongside you on your mental health journey.
I believe that healing begins when you feel truly heard and understood. In my practice, I combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your struggles, celebrate your strengths, and feel supported every step of the way.
Bilingual Psychiatric NP for Anxiety, Depression & Trauma (English/Español)
Hi, I’m Maribel Garcia, PMHNP, and I am here to walk alongside you on your mental health journey.
I believe that healing begins when you feel truly heard and understood. In my practice, I combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your struggles, celebrate your strengths, and feel supported every step of the way.
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Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, typically using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While clinical expertise is essential, feeling comfortable with your psychiatrist is equally important to the success of treatment. For some individuals, this means working with a provider who shares aspects of their identity—such as gender. A preference for a female psychiatrist often stems from a desire for greater relatability and the comfort of being supported by someone who may share similar lived experiences or perspectives.
What are the advantages of seeing a female psychiatrist?
Female psychiatrists may also possess particular expertise in specialty areas that can be especially relevant to certain patients. Although psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, some female practitioners have developed additional expertise in areas such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause-related mood changes, premenstrual mood disorders, and the psychological effects of gender-based trauma or discrimination. For patients navigating these concerns, working with a female psychiatrist may provide an added sense of validation, empathy, and trust—factors that can be especially meaningful in building a strong therapeutic relationship.
How to find a female psychiatrist
The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search specifically for female psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), with additional filters for clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, insurance acceptance, session costs, and languages spoken. Reviewing provider profiles helps you assess whether a psychiatrist's background, identity, and treatment philosophy align with your mental health needs and personal values. Considering identity factors in your provider search, such as gender, is a practical approach to finding a psychiatrist with whom you can communicate openly and build an effective therapeutic relationship.