Patricia Reed
I’m Patricia Reed, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in medication management with supportive, brief psychotherapy when needed.
I’m Patricia Reed, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in medication management with supportive, brief psychotherapy when needed.
My style is warm, practical, and collaborative—I use approaches like motivational interviewing and existential therapy to help clients explore their goals, find meaning, and move toward lasting change. I enjoy working with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and I’m committed to creating a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your journey.
First session
During our first session, we’ll take time to review your history, current concerns, and what you hope to accomplish. I’ll ask questions to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, and past treatments so we can develop a plan that works for you. You can expect a conversation that is professional yet relaxed, where you are free to share openly at your own pace. By the end of the visit, you’ll leave with a clear next step—whether that’s starting or adjusting medication, exploring therapy supports, or both.
Strengths
My Greatest Strengths What makes my approach unique is the blend of clinical expertise and genuine compassion I bring to each session. As a dual-certified nurse practitioner (psychiatric and family), I understand both the medical and emotional aspects of care. My greatest strengths include building trust quickly, providing straightforward education about medications, and integrating motivational interviewing and existential approaches to spark meaningful change. Clients often share that they feel heard, respected, and empowered in our work together.
Ideal clients
I work best with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and emotional burnout—especially high-functioning individuals who are used to holding it all together but feel overwhelmed behind the scenes. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or individuals managing multiple responsibilities while struggling with mood, focus, or stress. I provide a supportive, direct, and practical approach that combines medication management with real-life strategies to help clients regain stability, clarity, and a sense of control.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
In my practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I primarily provide medication management while also incorporating brief psychotherapy during visits when appropriate. I often use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients who may feel ambivalent about change or treatment. MI allows me to meet clients where they are, explore their own goals and values, and help them discover the internal motivation to move forward. This approach is especially effective when discussing lifestyle adjustments, medication adherence, or recovery-focused goals. I use MI in a conversational, supportive way that empowers clients to take ownership of their progress.
Location
Virtual sessions