Zaydee Mercado
Hi! I'm a dual certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I hold a degree as Doctorate in Nursing Practice from University of Massachusetts's Global. I have extensive clinical experience in various health setting and graduated with highest honors from my Bachelors Degree to my Doctorate Degree.
My greatest strength as a provider is my ability to listen to my patients concern, my dedication to up to date knowledge-acquisition and evidenced-based practice.
My goal is to use my knowledge to alleviate the suffering and provide efficient care to the patients I serve.
First session
During our initial evaluation, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific symptoms you are struggling with. This will help me arrive to the right diagnosis and conclude the appropriate treatment plan.
Strengths
My greatest strength as a provider is my ability to listen to my patients concern, my dedication to up to date knowledge-acquisition and evidenced-based practice. Mental illness requires patience, understanding and proper knowledge to help patients make an informed decision about their treatment,
Ideal clients
I see patients for psychiatric medication management from 12 years old and above. The patients I have been treating the past years are those struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorders, behavioral disorders and autism behavioral disorders. Please note that my grace period for visits are 10 minutes for new patient visit and 5 minutes for follow up visit. If you're more than 10 minutes late for a new appointment or 5 minutes for a follow-up, it will be considered a no-show.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I include brief CBT during medication management with my patients to help cope with their symptoms. I help patients identify and help with their capacity to change their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Location
Virtual sessions