Virginia Bradley, DNP

Meet Dr. Virginia Bradley; a graduate from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) where she received her title as Doctor of Nursing Practice/ Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (DNP PMHNP) and board certification from ANCC. Virginia has worked in various psychiatric settings as a registered nurse (RN) since 2007 and PMHNP since 2021. Over the past four years she has treated anxiety disorders; insomnia; unipolar and bipolar depression and other mood disorders; ADHD for adults, adolescents, and teens; trauma issues; schizophrenia; and many other illnesses. She actively engages to help shape lives by creating therapeutic and healing holistic transformational approach. She combines medication, psychotherapy, and encourages lifestyle changes, emphasizing the interconnection of physical and mental health. This patient-first approach towards providing a complete human experience - mind, body and spirit. Bipolar Disorder: Medication is a fundamental aspect of bipolar disorder treatment and is significant in stabilizing mood and managing the condition. ADHD: Stimulants for ADHD are the most frequently prescribed medications for minors. Thus, education and training are essential when working with children with ADHD. Schizoaffective Disorder: Medication, emotional support and social interactions help individuals lead more fulfilling lives. Education about lifestyle changes also provide quality of life improvement. Addiction: Addiction treatment often begins with a comprehensive assessment to gauge the severity of the addiction. Medication, emotional support and social interactions help individuals lead more fulfilling lives. Depression: Depression treatment typically involves various approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can assist patients in identifying and challenging negative thought patterns, while medication. Mood Disorders: Mood disorders often require a combination of medications specific to the individual's mood disorder. Personality Disorder: Treatment for personality disorders typically involves medication management. Trauma and PTSD: While trauma-focused therapies l have been effective in helping individuals process and heal from trauma.