Ruth Esmeralda Mena
Ruth Esmeralda Mena, PMHNP, is a board-certified bi-lingual (Spanish & English). I have over eight years of diverse experience in community, outpatient, and acute care settings. I treat all mental health conditions. Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are. I do not believe in prescribing or treating in a "one size fits all." I value and want input and feedback from my patients.
Ruth Esmeralda Mena, PMHNP, is a board-certified bi-lingual (Spanish & English).
First session
I am compassionate, open-minded, holistic, and solution-oriented. I hope that patients leave their appointments feeling like their concerns have been heard and fully addressed, they are respected and not judged, they clearly understand their treatment plan, and they have a more hopeful outlook for their future and present. I would love to help you empower yourself to heal and thrive through a holistic care approach that brings wellness to your mind, spirit, and body.
Strengths
Client-oriented care, one on one. I would like to help my client improve their lives through evidence-based treatments and centered patient care with the highest quality in psychiatric and mental health.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, perinatal mental health concerns, schizophrenia, psychosis, and other behavioral health conditions. ADHD Evaluation Information Patients under 18 years old: I’d be happy to complete the ADHD evaluation with you, either via telehealth or in person, whichever is most convenient for you. Patients 18 years and older: A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation is required as part of our ADHD assessment process. Please message me for more information. I’ll be happy to guide you! I especially enjoy working with patients who want to better understand their symptoms, explore appropriate treatment options, and take an active role in improving their emotional well-being and daily functioning. With more than eight years of experience across community, outpatient, and acute care settings, I provide individualized care tailored to each patient’s age, needs, goals, and life circumstances.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have used it to work together as a team with my client to identify problems the client is facing and to develop strategies for addressing them to create positive solutions and coping skills.
Compassion-Focused
I'm a compassionate PMHNP; I am here to help you navigate these challenging times.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
I myself come from a mix of cultures and backgrounds, and I value the strength it provides me. I have the opportunity to communicate with people of different backgrounds and ethnicities and provide high-quality care with respect.
Motivational Interviewing
I used this method to help my clients make essential life changes.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030, Suite 407
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Licensed in
- District of ColumbiaLicense NP1055876
- MarylandLicense AC006355
- VirginiaLicense 0024184057