(she/her)
My name is Kara, I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I received my masters degree from Walden University. I am based out of Nashville, TN. I was a psychiatric nurse for over 10 years working with adults and children. I help adults struggling with mental health through therapy and medication management. My goal is to help you improve in all areas you are having difficulty in. I want to help you feel better and find joy. **** PLEASE NOTE I am unable to prescribe controlled substances such as -Adderall, Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, Vyvanse, Ritalin, Concerta (etc) ****PLEASE NOTE I see clients ages 16 and older
In our first session we will start with introductions, then dive into your history and current challenges you are facing. We will discuss past trauma if you are comfortable talking about it. We will discuss past treatment if applicable.
My experience in inpatient and outpatient nursing, and now as a mental health provider, has equipped me to help you and listen effectively. I am highly skilled in depression, bipolar, and anxiety disorders, PTSD, sleep disorders, anger, and addiction.
Clients that are struggling with mental health disorders. They often feel depressed and overwhelmed. They often have difficulty sleeping, managing stress, feel tired, feel overwhelmed, and feel hopeless.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT teaches you coping skills and how thoughts and feelings affect you. We will discuss methods to change negative thoughts and feelings. Example- exercise instead of punching a wall
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
When issues are causing stress such as job, relationships, (etc), I help you focus on solutions and healthy boundaries.
5 ratings with written reviews
June 19, 2025
Very welcoming and makes you feel like she truly cares about helping you get better. After one appointment she has already showed a consistency with my care that I didn't have before. Very approachable and explains everything at length.
June 6, 2025
Very personal, felt like I've known her forever 💜
April 5, 2025
Great listener and seems very genuine.