Keisha Mckenzie
Hi, I'm Keisha McKenzie, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and older adults improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, allowing us to work together to develop a treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals. I provide medication management for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other mental health conditions, with a special interest in women's mental health. My goal is to help you feel empowered, regain balance, and achieve lasting wellness.
First session
During our first appointment, we'll spend time getting to know one another. I'll ask questions about your current concerns, symptoms, medical and mental health history, lifestyle, and treatment goals so I can gain a complete understanding of your needs. Together, we'll discuss treatment options, answer any questions you may have, and create a personalized plan that you feel comfortable with. My goal is for you to leave your first visit feeling heard, supported, and hopeful about your path forward.
Strengths
I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their concerns openly. I believe the strongest therapeutic relationships are built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. My approach is compassionate while also being honest and solution-focused—I take time to listen, educate clients about their diagnosis and treatment options, and involve them in every step of the decision-making process. Rather than simply prescribing medication, I look at the whole person, including lifestyle, stressors, relationships, and physical health, to develop a personalized treatment plan. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, or other mental health concerns, my goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as we work toward lasting improvement together.
Ideal clients
I enjoy working with adults, and older adults who are motivated to improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, trauma-related symptoms, or life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where you can feel heard and understood. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their goals, values, and lifestyle. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and focused on helping clients build long-term emotional wellness and resilience.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
I use this approach to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical coping skills. I believe treatment works best when clients feel informed and involved in their care. My sessions combine medication management with supportive counseling, education, and evidence-based strategies tailored to each person's goals and needs.
Motivational Interviewing
I use this approach to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical coping skills. I believe treatment works best when clients feel informed and involved in their care. My sessions combine medication management with supportive counseling, education, and evidence-based strategies tailored to each person's goals and needs.
Supportive
I use this approach to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical coping skills. I believe treatment works best when clients feel informed and involved in their care. My sessions combine medication management with supportive counseling, education, and evidence-based strategies tailored to each person's goals and needs.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- FloridaLicense APRN11025064