Grief Psychiatrists in Lacey, WA
Welcome to Wild Heart Mindcare!
I recognize it takes courage whenever someone reaches out for help. I want you to know that I’m glad you are here and I look forward to meeting you. Here's a little bit about me. My story begins with becoming an ARNP specializing in psychiatry, after many years working as an RN in a Level I Trauma Center.
Welcome to Wild Heart Mindcare!
I recognize it takes courage whenever someone reaches out for help. I want you to know that I’m glad you are here and I look forward to meeting you. Here's a little bit about me. My story begins with becoming an ARNP specializing in psychiatry, after many years working as an RN in a Level I Trauma Center.
With expertise in psychiatry, men's health, addiction, and weight loss, I take a comprehensive and personalized approach to healthcare.
My theoretical approaches often include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for its effectiveness in addressing thought patterns and behaviors, Psychodynamic Therapy to explore underlying emotional and psychological issues, and Humanistic Therapy to foster self-growth and self-acceptance.
With expertise in psychiatry, men's health, addiction, and weight loss, I take a comprehensive and personalized approach to healthcare.
My theoretical approaches often include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for its effectiveness in addressing thought patterns and behaviors, Psychodynamic Therapy to explore underlying emotional and psychological issues, and Humanistic Therapy to foster self-growth and self-acceptance.
The goal of this practice is to provide you personalized treatment using psychotherapy, supplements, and medication, depending upon your individual needs.
The goal of this practice is to provide you personalized treatment using psychotherapy, supplements, and medication, depending upon your individual needs.
I am a licensed, Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the states of Washington and Oregon. I welcome adolescent and adult clients with mental health conditions. My approach in treatment is collaborative, partnering with clients in pursuit of their mental wellbeing. I incorporate the growing practice of nutrition psychiatry in my treatment plans as I see the benefits of natural remedies complementary with traditional treatments.
I am a licensed, Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the states of Washington and Oregon. I welcome adolescent and adult clients with mental health conditions. My approach in treatment is collaborative, partnering with clients in pursuit of their mental wellbeing. I incorporate the growing practice of nutrition psychiatry in my treatment plans as I see the benefits of natural remedies complementary with traditional treatments.
Elroi Mental Health Services PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503
Looking for a Christian provider, who understands and has a relationship with God? Positive Holistic mental healthcare does not require you to sacrifice your faith. Margie Williams is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) qualified to practice psychiatry, diagnose, treat, and prescribe psychiatric medications across the lifespan. Elroi-MHS, treats the whole person and are a BIPOC and LGBTQ+ supportive office. We are accepting new clients and are here to provide a chance for you to get through your daily life with positivity and clarity within yourself!
Looking for a Christian provider, who understands and has a relationship with God? Positive Holistic mental healthcare does not require you to sacrifice your faith. Margie Williams is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) qualified to practice psychiatry, diagnose, treat, and prescribe psychiatric medications across the lifespan. Elroi-MHS, treats the whole person and are a BIPOC and LGBTQ+ supportive office. We are accepting new clients and are here to provide a chance for you to get through your daily life with positivity and clarity within yourself!
Our ideal client is someone who’s lived with depression and tried medications and therapy without lasting relief. They may feel frustrated, discouraged, or emotionally exhausted but they’re still searching for hope. They want to feel like themselves again, to reconnect with joy, purpose, and stability. Many have been told they have treatment-resistant depression, and they’re ready to explore new, evidence-based options. We offer a safe, supportive environment where healing is possible, and where innovative treatments can open the door to real change.
Our ideal client is someone who’s lived with depression and tried medications and therapy without lasting relief. They may feel frustrated, discouraged, or emotionally exhausted but they’re still searching for hope. They want to feel like themselves again, to reconnect with joy, purpose, and stability. Many have been told they have treatment-resistant depression, and they’re ready to explore new, evidence-based options. We offer a safe, supportive environment where healing is possible, and where innovative treatments can open the door to real change.
My ideal client is the one who has always been strong for everyone else, capable, dependable, and compassionate, yet quietly carrying anxiety, exhaustion, trauma, or self-doubt beneath the surface. They are not simply seeking relief from symptoms; they want lasting peace, clarity, confidence, and a life that feels authentic and balanced. If this resonates with you, I invite you to take the first step—together we will define your goals, build sustainable strategies, and create meaningful change so you no longer have to carry it alone.
My ideal client is the one who has always been strong for everyone else, capable, dependable, and compassionate, yet quietly carrying anxiety, exhaustion, trauma, or self-doubt beneath the surface. They are not simply seeking relief from symptoms; they want lasting peace, clarity, confidence, and a life that feels authentic and balanced. If this resonates with you, I invite you to take the first step—together we will define your goals, build sustainable strategies, and create meaningful change so you no longer have to carry it alone.
Accepting New Patients ages 6-17 in State of WA or TX (San Antonio & Austin). In-person visits in Lacey, WA only - available on Tuesdays. Children, teens, and young adults often struggle when facing new experiences and developmental transitions. Through these challenges they learn more about themselves and the type of individual they wish to become. Several of my patients appear content when viewed outwardly, but privately are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other emotional concerns. Behavioral health interventions in the form of medication or talk therapy can be very powerful tools to help overcome these hurdles.
Accepting New Patients ages 6-17 in State of WA or TX (San Antonio & Austin). In-person visits in Lacey, WA only - available on Tuesdays. Children, teens, and young adults often struggle when facing new experiences and developmental transitions. Through these challenges they learn more about themselves and the type of individual they wish to become. Several of my patients appear content when viewed outwardly, but privately are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other emotional concerns. Behavioral health interventions in the form of medication or talk therapy can be very powerful tools to help overcome these hurdles.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services.
He recognizes that mental health is largely influenced by the complex dynamic between biological, psychological, and social/environmental circumstances. He believes that mental health is multi-faceted and should be seen as a spectrum rather than a binary state of being either mentally healthy or unwell.
He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services.
He recognizes that mental health is largely influenced by the complex dynamic between biological, psychological, and social/environmental circumstances. He believes that mental health is multi-faceted and should be seen as a spectrum rather than a binary state of being either mentally healthy or unwell.
I am here to listen and help individuals struggling with a wide variety of psychological symptoms. My approach is symptom-based and my goal is to improve my patients functioning and quality of life. I genuinely want to hear your stories. I specialize in treating individuals with autism, depression, suicidal thoughts, ptsd, postpartum depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, substance use disorder and much more. Each person is unique and special to me. I can treat people 6 years and older. Healing begins when stories are told in safe places. together we can create a safe place in our minds. You matter and there is hope for healing :)
I am here to listen and help individuals struggling with a wide variety of psychological symptoms. My approach is symptom-based and my goal is to improve my patients functioning and quality of life. I genuinely want to hear your stories. I specialize in treating individuals with autism, depression, suicidal thoughts, ptsd, postpartum depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, substance use disorder and much more. Each person is unique and special to me. I can treat people 6 years and older. Healing begins when stories are told in safe places. together we can create a safe place in our minds. You matter and there is hope for healing :)
I help clients work through issues including anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and ADHD.
Driven by my commitment to holistic wellness, I take a collaborative approach to patient care, working closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that integrate pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications. I believe in empowering my patients to actively participate in their mental health journey.
I help clients work through issues including anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and ADHD.
Driven by my commitment to holistic wellness, I take a collaborative approach to patient care, working closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that integrate pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications. I believe in empowering my patients to actively participate in their mental health journey.
Accepting new patients! We understand how difficult it can be to find a treatment that works for you. But there's no need to lose hope. TMS Therapy is an FDA-approved, revolutionary, and non-invasive solution that can help you unlock a brighter tomorrow.e offer a personalized, safe, and effective approach that can help you revitalize your well-being. We understand that every journey to mental health is unique, which is why we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs. With TMS Therapy, you can elevate your mood, restore balance, and rediscover the joy of living.
Note: we accept state insurances only for depression treatement
Accepting new patients! We understand how difficult it can be to find a treatment that works for you. But there's no need to lose hope. TMS Therapy is an FDA-approved, revolutionary, and non-invasive solution that can help you unlock a brighter tomorrow.e offer a personalized, safe, and effective approach that can help you revitalize your well-being. We understand that every journey to mental health is unique, which is why we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs. With TMS Therapy, you can elevate your mood, restore balance, and rediscover the joy of living.
Note: we accept state insurances only for depression treatement
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My name is Alexine Nansinla APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I take a collaborative and compassionate approach to mental healthcare, focusing on personalized treatment plans. I specialize in treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, and PTSD. My approach combines evidence-based medication management, therapy, and lifestyle strategies to support each patient in achieving their mental health goals.
My name is Alexine Nansinla APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I take a collaborative and compassionate approach to mental healthcare, focusing on personalized treatment plans. I specialize in treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, and PTSD. My approach combines evidence-based medication management, therapy, and lifestyle strategies to support each patient in achieving their mental health goals.
I support clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and many other mental and emotional challenges.
Are you someone who has carried your burdens in silence? Have you always had to be the dependable one, the anchor, the problem-solver? You may feel discouraged, worn down, or unsure where to turn. Maybe you’ve reached a point where asking for help feels both necessary and terrifying. You want relief, but you’re afraid of being judged, misunderstood, or stigmatized. Yet even in your discouragement, there is a part of you that still hopes for relief, clarity, and a future where you feel grounded again. That inner strength is still there—it just needs support.
I support clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and many other mental and emotional challenges.
Are you someone who has carried your burdens in silence? Have you always had to be the dependable one, the anchor, the problem-solver? You may feel discouraged, worn down, or unsure where to turn. Maybe you’ve reached a point where asking for help feels both necessary and terrifying. You want relief, but you’re afraid of being judged, misunderstood, or stigmatized. Yet even in your discouragement, there is a part of you that still hopes for relief, clarity, and a future where you feel grounded again. That inner strength is still there—it just needs support.
I am currently accepting new clients.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck - often carrying the burden of unprocessed trauma, burnout, or persistent self-doubt. They may struggle with ADHD, body image concerns, or a harsh inner critic that keeps them from fully engaging in life. Deep down, they want to feel more grounded, more themselves. They're seeking not just symptom relief, but true connection, clarity, and sustainable healing. They're ready to understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and reclaim their sense of agency.
I am currently accepting new clients.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck - often carrying the burden of unprocessed trauma, burnout, or persistent self-doubt. They may struggle with ADHD, body image concerns, or a harsh inner critic that keeps them from fully engaging in life. Deep down, they want to feel more grounded, more themselves. They're seeking not just symptom relief, but true connection, clarity, and sustainable healing. They're ready to understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and reclaim their sense of agency.
Do you find yourself carrying the weight of loss or reliving experiences that leave you on edge?
I’m Lené, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, PTSD, grief, and profound loss. Through talk therapy, medication management if appropriate, and personalized strategies, I work with you to process the emotions and patterns keeping you stuck, helping you find a path toward
Do you find yourself carrying the weight of loss or reliving experiences that leave you on edge?
I’m Lené, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, PTSD, grief, and profound loss. Through talk therapy, medication management if appropriate, and personalized strategies, I work with you to process the emotions and patterns keeping you stuck, helping you find a path toward
PTSD, Trauma, Grief Counseling Anywhere Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ARNP
Online Only
If trauma, grief, or difficult relationships are disrupting your life, making it hard to focus, sleep, or trust yourself, it can feel exhausting and isolating.
I specialize in helping people navigate PTSD, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges through talk therapy, medication management, and personalized strategies that address the patterns keeping you stuck.
If trauma, grief, or difficult relationships are disrupting your life, making it hard to focus, sleep, or trust yourself, it can feel exhausting and isolating.
I specialize in helping people navigate PTSD, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges through talk therapy, medication management, and personalized strategies that address the patterns keeping you stuck.
My name is Brenda Alexander-O’Neil, and I am a PMHNP-BC. I have experience in a variety of clinical settings, including psychiatric inpatient units, outpatient units, psychiatric emergency rooms, and community mental health. In those settings, I have fulfilled multiple clinical roles and worked at internationally recognized institutions such as The Cleveland Clinic and Case Medical Center. I have also worked as a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) across the United States in both rural and urban settings since 2016.
My name is Brenda Alexander-O’Neil, and I am a PMHNP-BC. I have experience in a variety of clinical settings, including psychiatric inpatient units, outpatient units, psychiatric emergency rooms, and community mental health. In those settings, I have fulfilled multiple clinical roles and worked at internationally recognized institutions such as The Cleveland Clinic and Case Medical Center. I have also worked as a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) across the United States in both rural and urban settings since 2016.
I am primarily seeing folks for medication management and therapy. I am aware of the challenges that people are dealing with following the recent election and am willing to work with you on your anxiety and worry. I am familiar with the challenges experienced by communities of Color, academics, women at transitions in life, tech professionals, and individuals experiencing parenting and relationship challenges. I am preferred with Premera, Regence, First Choice, and Kaiser. I also have self-pay rates. Let's connect!
I am primarily seeing folks for medication management and therapy. I am aware of the challenges that people are dealing with following the recent election and am willing to work with you on your anxiety and worry. I am familiar with the challenges experienced by communities of Color, academics, women at transitions in life, tech professionals, and individuals experiencing parenting and relationship challenges. I am preferred with Premera, Regence, First Choice, and Kaiser. I also have self-pay rates. Let's connect!
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How can psychiatrists help with grief?
Grief is a strong emotional response to loss, often triggered by the death of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or a major life transition. While grief itself is not a mental health disorder, it can cause a range of physical and emotional symptoms, such as disrupted sleep, changes in appetite, irritability, and nausea. Grief can also intensify symptoms of existing mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety. Although many people experience a gradual easing of grief over time, others may find that their symptoms persist or interfere with daily life. In these cases, working with a psychiatrist who has experience supporting individuals through grief can be beneficial.
How do psychiatrists approach treatment for grief?
Because there are no specific medications or therapy type designed solely for grief, treatment typically begins with a thorough assessment of an individual's current symptoms and circumstances. Based on this evaluation, a psychiatrist may recommend a personalized treatment plan. This could include the prescription of medication, such as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a type of antidepressant that may help regulate mood during the grieving process. Psychiatrists may also incorporate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients examine how their thoughts about loss contribute to emotional distress, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on accepting painful emotions and identifying coping strategies that align with one's personal values and long-term goals.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief support?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief, individuals can use the Psychology Today provider directory, which allows users to filter by therapeutic approach, insurance accepted, or shared identity characteristics, such as gender. When reaching out to a potential provider, it can be useful to ask about their experience working with grief, how they approach treatment planning, and whether they offer both medication management and therapy. Practical considerations such as office location, telehealth availability, and insurance coverage should also be considered to ensure a good fit.