Monique Manderson
I’m Monique Manderson, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and straightforward care. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
My strengths lie in blending evidence-based medication management with supportive, solution-focused therapy that emphasizes your strengths and goals.
My approach blends medication management, supportive therapy, and practical lifestyle strategies to create personalized treatment plans that help clients find clarity, build resilience, regain control, and move forward with greater confidence and stability.
First session
During our first session, we’ll focus on understanding your unique needs, concerns, and goals. You can expect a judgment-free, supportive conversation where you’ll be heard and respected. Together, we’ll create a clear plan moving forward—whether that involves medication, supportive therapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination. You’ll leave with greater clarity, a sense of direction, and practical strategies to start feeling better right away.
Strengths
Clients appreciate my honest, compassionate, and no-nonsense approach. I believe in clear communication and making sure you understand your options at every step. My strengths lie in blending evidence-based medication management with supportive, solution-focused therapy that emphasizes your strengths and goals. With both clinical expertise and real-world understanding, I aim to help you see meaningful progress and feel more hopeful about the future.
Ideal clients
I work best with adults who are motivated to make real change but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the next step. Many of my clients struggle with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, or substance use concerns, and they’re looking for support that is both practical and compassionate. If you’re ready to better understand what’s going on and want real tools—not just talk—I’m here to partner with you.
Origin story
I didn't choose this work by accident. I chose it because people deserve real help, not a script. That's why I use two modalities: CBT and solution-focused therapy. They work well together, but they do different jobs. CBT helps people spot the thought patterns that keep them stuck. Solution-focused therapy keeps things moving — it's fast, practical, and future-focused. It trusts that people already have what they need inside them. My job is to help them see it and use it. But therapy isn't one-size-fits-all. I've worked with clients from all kinds of backgrounds, including two military veterans. They taught me something I'll never forget: healing doesn't move in a straight line. You can't rush trust. You can't force someone to feel safe before they're ready. That's why I also practice trauma-informed care. Before change can happen, people need to feel safe. They need to be heard. Skip that step, and nothing else works. So my style blends three things: the clarity of CBT, the momentum of solution-focused work, and the patience of trauma-informed care. Some clients need to move fast. Others need space to be seen first. Most need both, at different times. I'm not here to fix anyone. I'm here to walk beside them while they find their own way forward. Every client I've worked with — especially those who served — has reminded me why that matters.
Treatment methods
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you focus on your strengths and what’s already working in your life. Together, we’ll set clear goals and build small, practical steps so you can see progress quickly and feel more in control of your future.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions122 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801