A Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong background in assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma-related conditions. Dedicated to providing holistic, client-centered care that empower individuals on their mental wellness journey. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I work closely with clients to create personalized treatment plans that support their overall well-being.
Your first session marks the beginning of a meaningful journey toward understanding, healing, and growth. This visit is about creating a safe and welcoming space where you can share your story at your own pace. What Happens in the First Session? Warm Welcome & Introduction – We’ll start by getting to know each other, discussing what brought you in and what you hope to gain from therapy. Confidentiality & Guidelines – I’ll explain how this works, including confidentiality policies and what you can expect from our time together. Your Story & Goals – You’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences, challenges, and aspirations. There’s no pressure—this is a space for open conversation. Personalized Approach – Based on what we discuss, I’ll suggest a treatment plan tailored to your needs, whether it’s talk therapy, coping strategies, or medication. Questions & Next Steps – You can ask anything you’d like. Before wrapping up, we’ll discuss next steps and set expectations for future sessions.
I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space where clients feel truly heard and understood. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and emotional validation, ensuring individuals feel affirmed in their experiences. I tailor each session to the unique needs of my clients, offering encouragement and guidance without pressure while fostering resilience and personal growth. Through trust and rapport building, I empower clients to recognize their own strengths and develop coping strategies that enhance emotional well-being. By providing steady reassurance and a compassionate presence, I help individuals navigate life’s challenges with confidence and self-efficacy, supporting them at every stage of their journey toward healing.
Meet the perfect patient—not in the sense of flawlessness, but in their commitment to growth, healing, and collaboration. This individual approaches mental health care with openness, self-awareness, and a willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. This patient is not defined by perfection but by their dedication to self-improvement and emotional well-being. They inspire mental health professionals to refine their craft while also fostering a deeply rewarding therapeutic relationship.
Supportive
Supportive treatment is used to reinforce a patient's ability to cope with stressors. Techniques used include attentive listening, encouraging patients to express feelings, and assisting patients to understand their situation, with the therapist taking an active role of mentor or guide. Supportive treatment has helped patients improve emotional resilience and develop realistic hope.
6 ratings with written reviews
December 8, 2025
I love the fact she was able to steer, and navigate the conversation in a goal oriented direction, even with my racing mind that tends to jump around alot. Typically , that throws people off and we both end up getting confused. I felt understood, heard, and a sense that she genuinely cares. Not like I am just another number. She was very kind, and uplifting leaving me feeling even more like I am heading in the right direction. I feel I can finally open up, and she'll be there to help my journey.
December 5, 2025
Ms. Hickenbottom has been a great support through a troublesome time and I am happy to report that I have a huge amount of optimism for my overall health outcome.
November 14, 2025
Ms. Hickenbottom was informative and offered reasonable solutions to curb my anxiety and therefore help my insomnia. She used a gentle but challenging approach to identify my problems and i found her to be very helpful. I'm happy to have had this therapy session with her.