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Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

Ruth Bissell

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Towson, MD 21204
Let's Connect (443) 746-0130
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Ruth earned a BSN with a focus on addiction studies. She assisted with the recovery of adolescents and adults by using Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT), counseling, education, and group therapy. Since addiction treatment often requires treating other psychiatric problems, Ruth gained expertise in the treatment of psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, and ADHD as well studying Motivational Therapy (MT) and psychotherapy.
For years, Ruth assisted survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence in hospital emergency departments before becoming licensed as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Recently, she's been treating patients with post-COVID anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, PTSD, and OCD.
Our team of dedicated providers work closely together to share experience & best practices for the benefit of all patients. Because we're certified as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Therapists, we provide both aspects of treatment to patients for seamless continuity of care.
Take the first step to help. Call or Ruth Bissell now - (443) 746-0130

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Synergy Strive LLC

Towson, MD 21204

(443) 746-0130

Synergy Strive

Columbia, MD 21046

Therapy & med management sessions are on a secure Zoom platform. TMS treatments are in-person at our Towson & Columbia offices.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and ADHD 
Standard Visit $225, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (443) 746-0130
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Synergy Strive LLC

Towson, MD 21204

(443) 746-0130

Synergy Strive

Columbia, MD 21046

Therapy & med management sessions are on a secure Zoom platform. TMS treatments are in-person at our Towson & Columbia offices.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and ADHD 
Standard Visit $225, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $225

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Johns Hopkins
  • Out of Network
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Out of pocket fees are $325 for initial diagnostic eval;$125 for medication management only, $225 for medication management w/ psychotherapy
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (443) 746-0130
"
Out of pocket fees are $325 for initial diagnostic eval;$125 for medication management only, $225 for medication management w/ psychotherapy
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (443) 746-0130

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Maryland / R236347 Ruth Bissell
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Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 746-0130
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 746-0130

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
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Patients meet with me for both therapy & medication management during a 50-min session. This continuity of care maximizes patient outcomes & saves the patient time and money. The practice offers TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Therapy), a FDA-approved non-drug treatment for depression, at our Towson & Columbia offices. TMS is covered by insurance and helps patients who have tried therapy & medication.
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (443) 746-0130
"
Patients meet with me for both therapy & medication management during a 50-min session. This continuity of care maximizes patient outcomes & saves the patient time and money. The practice offers TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Therapy), a FDA-approved non-drug treatment for depression, at our Towson & Columbia offices. TMS is covered by insurance and helps patients who have tried therapy & medication.
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (443) 746-0130

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (443) 746-0130
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (443) 746-0130

Location

Primary Location

Synergy Strive LLC

Towson, MD 21204

(443) 746-0130

Additional Location

Synergy Strive

Columbia, MD 21046

(443) 746-0130
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Therapy & med management sessions are on a secure Zoom platform. TMS treatments are in-person at our Towson & Columbia offices.
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (443) 746-0130
"
Therapy & med management sessions are on a secure Zoom platform. TMS treatments are in-person at our Towson & Columbia offices.
Photo of Ruth Bissell, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ruth Bissell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (443) 746-0130