Smink Achila

PMHNP, 17 years of experience
Rated 5.0 stars out of 53 ratings
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I am a certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 17 years of experience providing mental health care across the lifespan. I graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Master of Science in Nursing specializing in psychiatric and mental health. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong passion for helping individuals achieve meaningful improvement in their mental wellness. I focus on identifying solutions tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a collaborative and respectful therapeutic relationship. My approach integrates evidence-based psychiatric treatment with holistic tools aimed at restoring balance, promoting resilience, and supporting long-term mental health. I am dedicated to guiding patients with compassion, clarity, and a whole-person perspective.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Client expect tranquility, empathy, and deep reflection on reasons for seeking care. I present my self as a deep listener as I seek to obtain the information necessary and needed to develop a plan of care.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength is empathy and finding joy in celebrating my clients.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I serve all clients that need help with their mental health. I seek to assist them in restoring functionality in all aspects of their lives. All are welcome.

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My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

This can be utilized to detect and restructure the thought process. It is less intensive and can provide the necessary support during stressful situations.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

These is a tool that I often utilize to humanize stressful situations and tailored my interventions in the realm of current emotional state.

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