Life is busy, and we often put off taking care of ourselves. Thank you for making your mental health a priority! I am Amanda Culp-Roche, a dual-board certified nurse practitioner (family practice and psychiatric mental health), licensed in North Carolina and Kentucky. I received my Master's and PhD degrees from the University of Kentucky. I have over 15 years of medication management experience treating mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. I love helping individuals reach and maintain their highest quality of life, satisfaction, function, and contentment.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

The first session will be focused on building a partnership. I want to hear your story- what you are able/willing to share with me. I need to know what treatments have been tried and what worked or did not work and if there are other factors that need to be considered before prescribing a treatment such as medical conditions and medications. I want to know what you expect from me as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and I will share what I expect from our working relationship. Once we establish the foundation, we will start to build a treatment plan together that is acceptable to your goals and current life circumstances.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I view each person as a unique individual who has many different factors that contribute to their overall wellness. I actively listen to individuals to learn about their specific needs, goals, and abilities. I view myself as a member of an individual’s mental health team and will work with others to ensure the best results for the individual. For the last 14 years, I have used this wholistic, team-based approach to guide individuals towards successful mental health treatment and overall wellness. I continue to learn and grow as a provider so I can offer the best possible options to individuals seeking care.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Individuals who want and/or need a medication provider who listens with empathy and is aware of how mental health can impact decisions, relationships, and participation in life will be well-served with me as their psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Active participation is important to reaching mental health treatment goals, and I will encourage individuals to learn about their diagnosis, seek out information about treatment options, and ask questions! I am comfortable treating individuals with many types of depression, anxiety, substance misuse, ADHD, and bipolar disorders with medication, and I urge individuals to engage in supportive counseling and/or therapy.

About Amanda Culp-Roche