American Association of Nurse Practitioners

2013 Maine Nurse Practitioner Excellence Award

Compassionate, Board-Certified Mental Health Specialist

Assessment, diagnosis, treatment including medication management and supportive therapy for ages 13 and older; advocate for clients and families; holistic/collaborative approach to treatment to optimize treatment outcomes; educate patients and family/guardians regarding treatment and recommendations; maintained records/documentation; utilizing Telepsychiatry only.



PMHNP-BC

Assessment/education, diagnosis, treatment of mental health and substance abuse for ages 18 and older; utilizing holistic/collaborative approach to treatment; educate patients and family/guardians regarding treatment and recommendations; maintain records/documentation.

Assessment, diagnosis, treatment of mental health and substance abuse for ages 13 and older; holistic/collaborative approach with treatment team (medical, therapists, discharge planners, nursing staff and unit staff) to optimize treatment outcome for patients; educate patients and family/guardians regarding treatment and recommendations; maintain records/documentation; utilizing Telepsychiatry.

An initial visit with a provider involves a mental health history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options.

Initial Visit

A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal mental health outcomes.

Follow-up Visit

A prescription service appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the prescription service, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for needs.

Prescription service

An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads. Providers who add Free consultation as a service receives 2-3 times more prospects.

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