Hi! I'm an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, board-certified (PMHNP-BC) and dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care. I received a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the university of Tennessee Health Science Center. Also certified in Family Practice, Adult Gerontology, Acute Care. With over 10 years of experience in the nursing field, I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, etc.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Your first session will start with a warm and welcoming introduction. I aim to create a comfortable and safe environment where you feel at ease. We will spend some time getting to know each other. This is an opportunity for you to share a bit about yourself, your background, and what has brought you to seek counseling. You can expect a compassionate and professional environment where your mental health and spiritual well-being are the top priorities. Together, we will lay the foundation for a meaningful and transformative therapy experience.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am known for empathetic listening, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice. Believes in an integrative approach to mental health, combining medication management with psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, and alternative therapies.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am uniquely qualified to serve a diverse range of clients seeking comprehensive mental health care. My extensive training and experience allow me to address a variety of psychiatric conditions and provide tailored treatments. Here are the specific types of clients I am best positioned to serve: Adults struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders who need a combination of medication management and therapy. Adolescents and young adults dealing with mental health challenges related to academic pressure, social issues, identity, and early-life transitions. Individuals looking for mental health care that incorporates their Christian faith, valuing an approach that integrates spiritual beliefs with psychiatric treatment. Women facing mental health issues related to hormonal changes, postpartum depression, menopause.
About Jessica C Smith, DNP
Jessica C Smith, DNP offers therapy covered by CalViva Health (Medi-Cal), Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal), Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Health Net (Medi-Cal), Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Orange County Mental Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal) and San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) in California.
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Supportive
Believes in a integrative approach to mental health, combining medication management with psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, and alternative therapies. Emphasizes the importance of a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect.
Compassion Focused
Believes in the power of compassion to transform lives and is here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-acceptance.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Help patients identify and challenge distorted thoughts and beliefs, develop healthier thinking patterns, and learn practical skills for managing stress and emotions.
Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling combines traditional therapeutic practices with spiritual guidance. Uses this integrative approach to help her patients find peace, purpose, and healing through their faith.
Grief Therapy
Helping individuals navigate the complex and often overwhelming emotions that accompany loss, by an immediate emotional support, understanding the stages of grief, and developing coping strategies to manage acute grief. Also help individuals who are anticipating the loss of a loved one due to terminal illness or other circumstances, through emotional preparation for the impending loss, support in managing anticipatory grief, and guidance in making the most of the remaining time with their loved one