Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychiatrists in Cincinnati, OH

My treatment approach works to deepen self-understanding and acceptance.
Hello! I am a wife, mother, artist, therapist and psychiatrist, and I would love to hear from you. With each patient, I take a highly personalized approach, focused on developing a relationship which informs the treatment plan. Most of my patients suffer from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life stressors. I believe in carefully using medications to relieve symptoms, often coupled with insight oriented psychotherapy. Through this careful, thoughtful, and deep process, I find that patients experience the greatest chance of symptom relief and true life change.
My treatment approach works to deepen self-understanding and acceptance.
Hello! I am a wife, mother, artist, therapist and psychiatrist, and I would love to hear from you. With each patient, I take a highly personalized approach, focused on developing a relationship which informs the treatment plan. Most of my patients suffer from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life stressors. I believe in carefully using medications to relieve symptoms, often coupled with insight oriented psychotherapy. Through this careful, thoughtful, and deep process, I find that patients experience the greatest chance of symptom relief and true life change.
I have an existentially-oriented approach to evaluation and treatment that involves concepts and techniques rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) superimposed upon a baseline grounding in the humanities more generally.
I specialize in diagnostic clarification and creating a treatment plan that is appropriate for a given individual's unique situation, taking into consideration their specific biological and psychological predispositions in addition to existential factors and their overall life story.
There are several different types of mental health conditions that are rooted in several different causes, and they are not all treated in the same way. My aim is always to achieve clarity in what it is that we're actually dealing with and then to manage it accordingly, all while keeping one's individual personhood front and center.
I have an existentially-oriented approach to evaluation and treatment that involves concepts and techniques rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) superimposed upon a baseline grounding in the humanities more generally.
I specialize in diagnostic clarification and creating a treatment plan that is appropriate for a given individual's unique situation, taking into consideration their specific biological and psychological predispositions in addition to existential factors and their overall life story.
There are several different types of mental health conditions that are rooted in several different causes, and they are not all treated in the same way. My aim is always to achieve clarity in what it is that we're actually dealing with and then to manage it accordingly, all while keeping one's individual personhood front and center.

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

If you or a loved one are suffering from an OCD or an anxiety disorder you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness and yet most sufferers do not have access effective treatment. The good news is that if you or your loved one is troubled with unwanted thoughts or worries, physical symptoms due to anxiety, perfectionism, phobias, health fears, or any other anxiety there is help. There are medication management options that have been shown to be effective and can be paired with evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques such CBT to maximize treatment effects.
If you or a loved one are suffering from an OCD or an anxiety disorder you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness and yet most sufferers do not have access effective treatment. The good news is that if you or your loved one is troubled with unwanted thoughts or worries, physical symptoms due to anxiety, perfectionism, phobias, health fears, or any other anxiety there is help. There are medication management options that have been shown to be effective and can be paired with evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques such CBT to maximize treatment effects.

Dr Razik is a board-certified psychiatrist who has been practicing for over 20 years. Throughout her career she has helped thousands of patients overcome their mental health struggles though medication management and a combination of supportive and psychodynamic psychotherapy. She graduated from Ain Shams University School of Medicine in 1992 and went on to do her psychiatry residency training at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after which she became board-certified.
Dr Razik is a board-certified psychiatrist who has been practicing for over 20 years. Throughout her career she has helped thousands of patients overcome their mental health struggles though medication management and a combination of supportive and psychodynamic psychotherapy. She graduated from Ain Shams University School of Medicine in 1992 and went on to do her psychiatry residency training at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after which she became board-certified.

Dr. Arballo is board-certified psychiatrist who completed medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He received residency training at University of Texas Health - San Antonio where in addition to clinical training was appointed resident chair of the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee.
Dr. Arballo is board-certified psychiatrist who completed medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He received residency training at University of Texas Health - San Antonio where in addition to clinical training was appointed resident chair of the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee.

Dr. Ernestine Tasong is a dual board-certified family nurse practitioner (FNP), psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP), and certified DOT provider. She has over 20 years of excellent, high-quality healthcare experience. She has worked in multiple settings, including long-term care, home care, primary care, psychiatric care clinics, insurance, urgent care, hospice, and an inpatient behavioral hospital.
Dr. Ernestine Tasong is a dual board-certified family nurse practitioner (FNP), psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP), and certified DOT provider. She has over 20 years of excellent, high-quality healthcare experience. She has worked in multiple settings, including long-term care, home care, primary care, psychiatric care clinics, insurance, urgent care, hospice, and an inpatient behavioral hospital.

Jasmine Shafto is a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. She is certified in behavioral health by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and licensed by the states of Kentucky and Ohio. She earned her bachelor's degree from Northern Kentucky University and her master's degree in nursing from the University of Cincinnati. She has provided psychiatric nursing services for more than 15 years in inpatient, outpatient, and community behavioral healthcare settings. Her scope of practice includes individuals 13 years of age and older.
Jasmine Shafto is a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. She is certified in behavioral health by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and licensed by the states of Kentucky and Ohio. She earned her bachelor's degree from Northern Kentucky University and her master's degree in nursing from the University of Cincinnati. She has provided psychiatric nursing services for more than 15 years in inpatient, outpatient, and community behavioral healthcare settings. Her scope of practice includes individuals 13 years of age and older.

Bethany McCann is a board-certified Adult Psychiatrist. After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Kent State University, she received her medical degree from Ohio Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to complete her Psychiatry Residency training at The Ohio State University, where she served as a Chief Resident for two years. Following residency, Dr. McCann pursued an additional year of training through Ohio State, where she completed a Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship.
Bethany McCann is a board-certified Adult Psychiatrist. After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Kent State University, she received her medical degree from Ohio Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to complete her Psychiatry Residency training at The Ohio State University, where she served as a Chief Resident for two years. Following residency, Dr. McCann pursued an additional year of training through Ohio State, where she completed a Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship.

Dr. Emily Sykes is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree with Magna Cum Laude distinction from Carleton College, where she majored in biology. Dr. Sykes completed her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Toledo. She completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Cincinnati and was the outpatient chief resident physician.
Dr. Emily Sykes is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree with Magna Cum Laude distinction from Carleton College, where she majored in biology. Dr. Sykes completed her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Toledo. She completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Cincinnati and was the outpatient chief resident physician.

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

Dr. Seicarescu is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her medical degree from the Carol Davila University of Medicine in Romania and completed her psychiatry residency at Wayne State University in Detroit. Dr. Seicarescu's approach is collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered. Her practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy that are patient-tailored.
Dr. Seicarescu is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her medical degree from the Carol Davila University of Medicine in Romania and completed her psychiatry residency at Wayne State University in Detroit. Dr. Seicarescu's approach is collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered. Her practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy that are patient-tailored.

Stephanie Timmons is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than 10 years experience in outpatient, inpatient and in-home nursing care. Her specialty areas are medication management and treatment of anxiety disorders including panic and post-traumatic stress, depression, adjustment disorders, anger and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing from the University of Cincinnati with advanced certification in family and psychiatric nursing.
Stephanie Timmons is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than 10 years experience in outpatient, inpatient and in-home nursing care. Her specialty areas are medication management and treatment of anxiety disorders including panic and post-traumatic stress, depression, adjustment disorders, anger and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing from the University of Cincinnati with advanced certification in family and psychiatric nursing.

I am fluent in both English and Somali. My name is Khadra Kore. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I earned my PMHNP from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. I am passionate about providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients with psychiatric disorders seeking support. I also have over 15 years extensive medical background in a pulmonary/medical/surgical/complex care experience as a registered nurse where caring for the patient holistically was the key to a successful recovery.
I am fluent in both English and Somali. My name is Khadra Kore. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I earned my PMHNP from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. I am passionate about providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients with psychiatric disorders seeking support. I also have over 15 years extensive medical background in a pulmonary/medical/surgical/complex care experience as a registered nurse where caring for the patient holistically was the key to a successful recovery.

Dr. Jennifer Shoenfelt is a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and adult psychiatrist. Her practice focuses on child and adolescent medication management. Typically, she offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Shoenfelt may believe that additional therapy is needed and will ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. She provides treatment plans that include holistic recommendations that include diet, exercise, educational and psychosocial/spiritual aspects of care.
Dr. Jennifer Shoenfelt is a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and adult psychiatrist. Her practice focuses on child and adolescent medication management. Typically, she offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Shoenfelt may believe that additional therapy is needed and will ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. She provides treatment plans that include holistic recommendations that include diet, exercise, educational and psychosocial/spiritual aspects of care.

Dr. Siera Kirkland is an adult general psychiatrist. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Kirkland focuses on collaborative and evidence-based care. She believes it is imperative to form a therapeutic relationship with each individual and work together as a team to formulate the best treatment plan. Her passion is to educate, empower and support. She specializes in medication management and brief psychotherapy.
Dr. Siera Kirkland is an adult general psychiatrist. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Kirkland focuses on collaborative and evidence-based care. She believes it is imperative to form a therapeutic relationship with each individual and work together as a team to formulate the best treatment plan. Her passion is to educate, empower and support. She specializes in medication management and brief psychotherapy.

Denise Re is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She received her master's degree in advanced practice nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University as a member of The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, and her bachelor's degree in nursing from Wright State University. She has practiced nursing since 2005 in inpatient and outpatient settings including medical, psychiatric, and addiction treatment. She believes in working together with patients to help them obtain their optimal level of mental well-being.
Denise Re is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She received her master's degree in advanced practice nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University as a member of The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, and her bachelor's degree in nursing from Wright State University. She has practiced nursing since 2005 in inpatient and outpatient settings including medical, psychiatric, and addiction treatment. She believes in working together with patients to help them obtain their optimal level of mental well-being.

Paul M Myers holds a BS in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati, a MSN from Xavier University and an ANP from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He was certified as an ANCC Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing in 2012. He has practiced as a psychiatric nurse clinician and manager in psychiatric hospitals and correctional facilities. He has been working in a research facility and providing outpatient care specializing in Schizophrenia, Bipolar and ADHD. He has been an educator in undergraduate psychiatric nursing programs and as a psychotherapist. He loves to travel with his husband and family/friends.
Paul M Myers holds a BS in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati, a MSN from Xavier University and an ANP from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He was certified as an ANCC Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing in 2012. He has practiced as a psychiatric nurse clinician and manager in psychiatric hospitals and correctional facilities. He has been working in a research facility and providing outpatient care specializing in Schizophrenia, Bipolar and ADHD. He has been an educator in undergraduate psychiatric nursing programs and as a psychotherapist. He loves to travel with his husband and family/friends.

Holly Pierce PMHNP-BC. My approach to mental healthcare emphasizes a holistic, client-centered model that integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a compassionate, empathetic approach. I focus on supporting individuals in their mental health journey, by tailoring medication interventions to each person’s unique needs, I aim to empower clients to lead fulfilling and balanced lives.
Holly Pierce PMHNP-BC. My approach to mental healthcare emphasizes a holistic, client-centered model that integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a compassionate, empathetic approach. I focus on supporting individuals in their mental health journey, by tailoring medication interventions to each person’s unique needs, I aim to empower clients to lead fulfilling and balanced lives.

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
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How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.