Lexie McKeen-Chaff
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who loves Jesus and is passionate about helping women and children find true healing. I focus on holistic, functional psychiatry, uncovering the root causes of mental health challenges rather than just managing symptoms with medication.
I focus on holistic, functional psychiatry, uncovering the root causes of mental health challenges rather than just managing symptoms with medication.
My goal is to empower clients to understand themselves, address underlying issues, and build lasting emotional and spiritual wellness. I integrate evidence-based therapy, education, and optional faith-based support to guide clients toward real, transformative change.
First session
In our first session, we’ll review your concerns, history, and goals. I’ll explain my approach, answer questions, and begin developing a personalized plan that addresses both symptoms and underlying causes, ensuring you feel understood, supported, and equipped to take the next steps in your mental health journey.
Strengths
My greatest strengths lie in combining evidence-based therapy, functional psychiatry, and optional faith-based support to treat the whole person. I excel at uncovering root causes of mental health challenges, creating practical strategies, and empowering clients with education and tools they can use daily. Clients often note my compassionate, collaborative, and personalized approach as transformative.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are women and children who are seeking deeper, root-cause healing rather than just symptom management. I am especially passionate about working with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, or postpartum concerns who are open to a functional psychiatry approach, exploring underlying factors like nutrition, hormones, inflammation, and lifestyle. I also serve clients who value a holistic, whole-person model of care and may desire to incorporate faith into their healing journey. Whether through practical tools, education, or optional faith-based support, I help clients feel empowered, understood, and equipped to create lasting change.
Treatment methods
Psychoeducation
I use psychoeducation to help clients better understand their diagnoses, symptoms, and treatment options. In my practice, I provide clear, supportive education that empowers clients to make informed decisions and feel more in control of their mental health. This approach also helps normalize their experiences and reduces fear or stigma around their symptoms.
Christian Counseling
I use Christian counseling to integrate evidence-based therapy with biblical principles, supporting clients in both their mental health and spiritual growth. In practice, this may include incorporating Scripture, prayer, and faith-based perspectives alongside approaches like CBT and trauma-informed care.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that impact their emotions and behaviors. In my practice, I guide clients in developing healthier thinking patterns and practical coping strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is structured, goal-oriented, and tailored to each client’s needs for real-life application.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness-based therapy to help clients become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment. In my practice, I incorporate techniques such as grounding exercises, breathwork, and present-moment awareness to reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and increase overall well-being. I tailor these strategies to each client, making them practical and easy to integrate into daily life.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients build skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. In my practice, I apply DBT techniques to support individuals struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges. I incorporate practical, skills-based strategies that clients can use in daily life, while maintaining a supportive and validating therapeutic environment.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions36739 Co Rd 52, Dade City, FL 33525, 205
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- FloridaLicense APRN11039060