UMR Psychiatrists in Independence, OH
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Scott Christian Rohrbaugh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CNP
Verified
Verified
Clients suffering with depression and anxiety, specifically young adults. I like to help clients set tangible goals while keeping them engaged in their treatment through active listening and motivational interviewing.

Dawn Whitehair
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
Dawn is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in both adult and pediatric psychiatry. She has experience in outpatient and inpatient settings, as well as having dedicated 10+ years to cancer research prior to her nursing career in several specialties. During her nursing career, she was a recipient of the DAISY award. Dawn brings empathy, compassion, an easygoing communication style, and a sweet sense of humor, making it easy for her to engage with her patients and their family members. She is licensed to prescribe medications all across the lifespan and has full prescriptive authority.
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Melinda Kaye Bates
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
The mind and the body are both important parts of your overall well-being. We will work together to create a treatment plan that will improve your mental health and help you to feel like your best self.

Steve Pessefall
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Steve is Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (CNP) with a focus on providing treatment for a broad-spectrum of mental health disorders. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing Degree from The University of Akron and is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He has experience in inpatient, outpatient, as well as community mental health settings as a Nurse Practitioner and over 25 years of experience as a Registered Nurse working in psychiatric / behavioral health hospitals. Steve has also earned his credential for Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) from The University of Maryland.

Austin Smith
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, APRN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am board certified in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan and offer medication management, initial consultations, follow up visit, psychoeducation, supportive therapy, and promoting a holistic approach to mental health treatment.

Samantha Oana at Revive Counseling and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Samantha believes in the collaborative and holistic approach to mental health treatment by looking at the whole person including your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Samantha views her work as a partnership with the individual – collaborative in evaluation, decision-making, and intervention and places a strong emphasis on education and enabling individuals to make informed decisions about their health care.

Berline Frye
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP-BC, MSN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you looking for a provider that listens to you ,gives you time and pay attention to your mental health needs? Have you tried to navigate the difficult world of finding a Mental provider that spends more than 15 minutes to ensure you have a correct diagnosis and treatment. Look no more! I provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and therapy services in a safe environment. After trying so long to find help for my own Loved ones, I made it my mission to do things differently, work harder to foster a safe environment for all patients, truly care for patients, and share good practices in empathy and understanding.

April DeBiasi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified
Verified
April DeBiasi is a nurse practitioner dually board certified in psychiatric and mental health as well as Adult-Geriatric primary care nurse practitioner. She is board certified through the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She has experience working in acute inpatient hospital and outpatient private practice settings.She sees adults ages 18 to 100 and she specializes in anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, depressive disorder, dementia, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, and insomnia.

Alyson Appleton
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I pride myself on being a relatable psychiatrist with extensive knowledge about psychiatric diagnoses and medications. Family, nutrition, and outdoor activities are important to me. I look forward to learning what’s important to you.

Chris Mccourt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Verified
Verified
Christopher likes to use his knowledge, empathy, and understanding to help formulate a plan with you to tackle your mental health condition. Christopher feels like he does more than just prescribe medications. He tries to tailor each session to meet the person’s needs by also incorporating some therapy into the session as well as discussing if medications are an option. His goal is to stabilize your mental health and continue working hard with you until that goal is obtained.

Jennifer Shoenfelt
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
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.

KC Center for Health and Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Are you or a loved one suffering from an addiction and/or depression, anxiety or any other mental illness and need help? Do you need a little assistance with losing weight or just need someone who is non judgmental to talk to? Are you currently looking for a psychiatric provider to refill your medication since your previous provider retired or relocated? Are you tired of waiting hours to see your provider? Are you tired of going to several specialist for your mental health, primary care and chronic pain needs? Well look no further! KC Center for Health and Wellness is here waiting for you! Call NOW! Same week availability.

Amy Mattern
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Verified
Dr. Mattern is board certified in Adult psychiatry. Her approach to mental health is integrative, with utilization of complementary and alternative treatments such as yoga, lifestyle changes, and nutritional interventions in addition to traditional medication management and therapy. Dr. Mattern prefers to focus on the overall health and well-being of an individual, rather than just treating symptoms. Dr. Mattern’s practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy that are patient-tailored.

Brittany Lute
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Brittany Lute is a board certified, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with training and experience treating individuals of all ages. She obtained her master’s degree in nursing from Case Western Reserve University. Her training includes integrated primary care, developmental pediatrics, reproductive psychiatry, and general adult and pediatric psychiatry.

Michael Cerullo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Michael Cerullo is a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He has been practicing psychiatry for 18 years. Dr. Cerullo’s practice focuses on medication management. Typically, he offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Cerullo may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.
Online Psychiatrists

Melissa Novits
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-C
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals, couples, and families, helping them to navigate challenges that hinder the experience of the beauty and joy of life. I look to build healthy and trustworthy relationships with clients in order to tackle some of life's most difficult issues. In a confidential and safe environment, I address areas of addiction, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, marital/premarital counseling, etc. I am able to address minor and major problems that are impeding you from experiencing your full potential.
Brave Health
Psychiatrist, LCSW, PhD, MD
Verified
Verified
Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists with expertise in treating mental health and substance use disorders. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs. Our programs are evidence-based, drawing on approaches to treatment that are clinically proven to be effective.

Char L Kicos
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! At Kicos Wellness Center, it is our goal to help you get back to feeling your best. We believe that no one should ever have to suffer in silence. Regardless of any barriers to care you may have, Kicos Wellness Center wants you to know that you are not alone in your struggle, and we are here to listen and help, whatever that may look like. We offer a holistic approach to your care and believe that no one can move forward unless we can all Move Forward Together!

Marnie McGrath Neill
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach as a psychiatrist is to form a collaborative doctor-patient relationship with you so we can make a plan to improve your overall quality of life. I'm experienced in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, addictions, bipolar disorder, and other concerns. I use evidence-based medical treatments and therapeutic strategies to individualize your treatment. My ultimate goal is to take into account your life circumstances, preferences, past experiences, and underlying health considerations to help you achieve your best mental health.

Laurie Mandel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Would you like 2023 to be an exceptional year? I am a wellness and health coach in addition to being a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have a very strong belief in the connection between mental and physical health and wellness. I work with individuals to facilitate healthy self compassion and self-respect. If you want to develop a growth mindset and work on developing your strengths, let's work together to develop a vision for your future and bring out the best "you".
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Independence is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Independence Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Independence has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Independence, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Independence Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Independence is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Independence Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Independence has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Independence, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Independence Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Independence, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Independence, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Independence as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Independence). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Independence, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Independence, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Independence as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Independence). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.