Tarsicio Gacheru
Greetings! I am Dr. Tarsicio, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. With a doctorate in nursing practice and over ten years of specialized experience, I focus on comprehensive behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, and intervention. I warmly invite you to Grow Therapy Clinic. My passion lies in creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that encourages your healing and growth. My areas of expertise include anxiety, trauma, anger management, substance use disorders, adjustment challenges, attentional issues, and promoting personal development.
First session
Our first meeting will be entirely focused on you. I want to ensure that you feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely welcomed from the very beginning. There is no pressure, judgment, or urgency—this space is yours. During our initial meeting, I will conduct a thorough psychiatric assessment to understand your current situation. We will explore your symptoms, medical history, relationships, lifestyle choices, and mental health goals. Understanding your experiences and personal identity is crucial, as context matters. I will listen attentively and ask thoughtful questions to help us address your concerns. You will never be seen as just a checklist item; every detail you share contributes to creating a care plan that is precise, tailored, and aligned with your needs and lifestyle. After our first session, you can expect to have a clearer understanding of your situation. We will review my clinical observations, discuss potential diagnoses and treatment options, and, if appropriate, begin developing a treatment strategy that may include medication management, referrals, or collaborative care. You will leave my office with a clear understanding of the next steps. You may feel acknowledged, perhaps for the first time in a long while. This initial session marks the beginning of a partnership grounded in trust, quality, and a shared commitment to your recovery and transformation. You have already met the most challenging requirement by simply being present. From this point forward, all elements will progress together.
Strengths
My strength is in combining substantial clinical knowledge with a holistic approach. With my dual credentials as a FNP-BC and PMHNP-BC, I integrate mental and physical wellbeing, ensuring that each treatment plan takes into account the whole person rather than just a condition. Despite my knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic psychopharmacology, I value compassion with a clinical approach. Many patients report feeling genuinely heard and acknowledged for the first time in their medical experiences. My goals go beyond symptom treatment to include promoting long-term mental clarity and assisting you in regaining resilience and vigor. Ultimately, the goal is to help you live your best life on your own terms.
Ideal clients
I am privileged to provide treatment to individuals of all ages, from 12 years old to seniors, including members of the LGBTQ community. I offer therapeutic support for bereavement and address a range of conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, mood disorders, trauma/PTSD, OCD, schizophrenia, mood variations, eating disorders, insomnia, and personality disorders. I also oversee and prescribe psychiatric medications. Additionally, I develop healthcare strategies, implement therapeutic interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness and progress of treatment.
Treatment methods
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I offer my clients medication stabilization interventions, brief supportive therapy, and conduct diagnostic screening measures to ensure they receive safe and accurate mental health treatments.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions700 Bryden Rd, Columbus, OH 43205, suite 124