Christian Psychiatrists in Jacksonville, FL
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Charles Maddix
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Meet Charles – a board-certified Family Psychiatric NP and a devoted former Navy Corpsman. With 20+ potent years of medical experience, Charles is an alumnus of Saint Louis University holding a Master’s in Nursing. He has championed different branches of medical sciences, including Oncology, ICU, and community mental health. Charles has marked his expertise in treating individuals across all ages, from 5 to adults. Applying a holistic approach, he addresses a diversity of mental health issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, and more.
Meet Charles – a board-certified Family Psychiatric NP and a devoted former Navy Corpsman. With 20+ potent years of medical experience, Charles is an alumnus of Saint Louis University holding a Master’s in Nursing. He has championed different branches of medical sciences, including Oncology, ICU, and community mental health. Charles has marked his expertise in treating individuals across all ages, from 5 to adults. Applying a holistic approach, he addresses a diversity of mental health issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, and more.
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In my experience as a physician and psychiatrist all diseases, whether mental or physical, are a product of ancestral or generational trauma, which we have to resolve in this life. The symptoms and signs of disease tend to be entangled with our Unconscious Mind. We often times end up doing things, we are not aware of as a unresolved coping mechanism of trauma, like our family has done for ages. I am looking for clients who wish to address the deeper psychological conflicts that underlie their disease and who are ready to transform and let go of the past.
In my experience as a physician and psychiatrist all diseases, whether mental or physical, are a product of ancestral or generational trauma, which we have to resolve in this life. The symptoms and signs of disease tend to be entangled with our Unconscious Mind. We often times end up doing things, we are not aware of as a unresolved coping mechanism of trauma, like our family has done for ages. I am looking for clients who wish to address the deeper psychological conflicts that underlie their disease and who are ready to transform and let go of the past.
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Khadine Corniffe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32209 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Khadine, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I received a Masters from Nova Southeastern University and have been working with clients via telehealth. I have worked in various areas of psychiatry, helping patients to achieve positive outcomes and be able to live a more fulfilling life. I aim to create a safe, welcoming experience for each patient I encounter. My approach to providing mental healthcare is rooted in creating a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients can explore their concerns openly.
Hi! I am Khadine, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I received a Masters from Nova Southeastern University and have been working with clients via telehealth. I have worked in various areas of psychiatry, helping patients to achieve positive outcomes and be able to live a more fulfilling life. I aim to create a safe, welcoming experience for each patient I encounter. My approach to providing mental healthcare is rooted in creating a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients can explore their concerns openly.
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Embracing Behavioral Health
Psychiatrist, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
We Individualized care that is based on patients needs, most importantly we keep in mind that mental health and your well-being are just as important as physical health in order for patients to reach their full potential in life. We works with families and Individuals across the lifespan by helping them to achieve their behavior and mental health goals.
We Individualized care that is based on patients needs, most importantly we keep in mind that mental health and your well-being are just as important as physical health in order for patients to reach their full potential in life. We works with families and Individuals across the lifespan by helping them to achieve their behavior and mental health goals.
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Dr. Ezechiel Madestin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32211 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Ezechiel Madestin. I am an experienced board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a doctorate degree in nursing practice (DNP). My passion is to help people with mental illnesses such as major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, Schizophrenia...etc. I diagnose mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. I treat them accordingly with a patient-centered approach. I do psychiatric evaluations, prescribe the appropriate drug regimen and treatment, and discontinue unnecessary drugs and treatments. I accurately document my patient care measures .
My name is Dr. Ezechiel Madestin. I am an experienced board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a doctorate degree in nursing practice (DNP). My passion is to help people with mental illnesses such as major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, Schizophrenia...etc. I diagnose mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. I treat them accordingly with a patient-centered approach. I do psychiatric evaluations, prescribe the appropriate drug regimen and treatment, and discontinue unnecessary drugs and treatments. I accurately document my patient care measures .
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Millian Okafor, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I am focused on becoming a change agent to provide the best possible care to enable and equip patients to attain optimal mental health and wellness. I am family-oriented and believe in the importance and strength of family and the social support system. I provide individualized, holistic care, combining evidence-based therapeutic interventions, medication management, and psychotherapy.
Millian Okafor, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I am focused on becoming a change agent to provide the best possible care to enable and equip patients to attain optimal mental health and wellness. I am family-oriented and believe in the importance and strength of family and the social support system. I provide individualized, holistic care, combining evidence-based therapeutic interventions, medication management, and psychotherapy.
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Dr. Wright has been practicing psychiatry for over 25 years. Her patients appreciate the time, attention and expertise that she provides each of her patients. Dr. Wright has had many years of experience working in Family Medicine and Psychiatry and treats the whole person and not just the symptoms. She believes that patients should have a role in their treatment plan. NOW SCHEDULING VIDEO CONFERENCE SESSIONS
Dr. Wright has been practicing psychiatry for over 25 years. Her patients appreciate the time, attention and expertise that she provides each of her patients. Dr. Wright has had many years of experience working in Family Medicine and Psychiatry and treats the whole person and not just the symptoms. She believes that patients should have a role in their treatment plan. NOW SCHEDULING VIDEO CONFERENCE SESSIONS
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Grace-Ann Sutherland
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website! As a PMHNP, I am dedicated to creating a compassionate, judgment-free space where you feel heard and understood. My holistic approach focuses on both mind and body to foster healing and growth. With a blend of evidence-based practices and personalized care, I strive to empower you on your journey toward mental wellness. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, stress, complex life transitions, or difficult relationships, I am here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to unlock your potential and achieve your deserved peace.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! As a PMHNP, I am dedicated to creating a compassionate, judgment-free space where you feel heard and understood. My holistic approach focuses on both mind and body to foster healing and growth. With a blend of evidence-based practices and personalized care, I strive to empower you on your journey toward mental wellness. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, stress, complex life transitions, or difficult relationships, I am here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to unlock your potential and achieve your deserved peace.
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Noleidy Barreto
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32216 (Online Only)
I am a Doctorate Nurse Practitioner and Board-Certified Psychiatry Mental Health in Florida. I provide a comprehensive holistic care approach and develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. With an assertive and compassionate approach, I am devoted to promoting healing and improving the mental health and well-being that you deserve.
I am a Doctorate Nurse Practitioner and Board-Certified Psychiatry Mental Health in Florida. I provide a comprehensive holistic care approach and develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. With an assertive and compassionate approach, I am devoted to promoting healing and improving the mental health and well-being that you deserve.
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Dr. Monica Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32216
We offer a unique approach in providing Comprehensive Integrated Healthcare with a Collaborative Care Model that allows the client medication and psychotherapy to be completed inclusively if needed. This allows for continuity of care and prevents the client from needing to see multiple specialists with the goal of: Providing wellness services to promote a healthier community while being "A Doc that Cares 4 U”!
We offer a unique approach in providing Comprehensive Integrated Healthcare with a Collaborative Care Model that allows the client medication and psychotherapy to be completed inclusively if needed. This allows for continuity of care and prevents the client from needing to see multiple specialists with the goal of: Providing wellness services to promote a healthier community while being "A Doc that Cares 4 U”!
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Carolyn A. McClinton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I work with patients across the lifespan. My goal is to help each patient achieve their personal health care goal through evidence based guidance while providing accessible, and quality mental health care to promote the well being of individuals and families. Treating patients with compassion and mutual respect not only provides the foundation for collaboration, but builds trust. Individualized care is based on their needs as a whole, while keeping in mind that mental health and well-being are just as important as our physical health in order to reach patient's full potential.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I work with patients across the lifespan. My goal is to help each patient achieve their personal health care goal through evidence based guidance while providing accessible, and quality mental health care to promote the well being of individuals and families. Treating patients with compassion and mutual respect not only provides the foundation for collaboration, but builds trust. Individualized care is based on their needs as a whole, while keeping in mind that mental health and well-being are just as important as our physical health in order to reach patient's full potential.
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First Stop Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32210
My ideal client may seek help for one condition or a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or addiction. They require understanding, coping skills, and support to enhance their well-being, including medication management when necessary. Their goals include finding inner peace, mood stability, improved focus, and healthier relationships. They want a fulfilling life, free from emotional burdens, and the ability to enjoy a brighter future.
My ideal client may seek help for one condition or a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or addiction. They require understanding, coping skills, and support to enhance their well-being, including medication management when necessary. Their goals include finding inner peace, mood stability, improved focus, and healthier relationships. They want a fulfilling life, free from emotional burdens, and the ability to enjoy a brighter future.
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Millian Okafor
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32210 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm a dedicated healthcare professional with a rich background in nursing education and patient care across various settings. I have extensive, diverse experience working with various age groups. I have held various positions in hospitals in critical care units and worked in private practices in the community as a Nurse Practitioner. Throughout my profession, I have always had a special interest in my patients' mental health, which has enabled me to render holistic and compassionate care to this population.
Welcome! I'm a dedicated healthcare professional with a rich background in nursing education and patient care across various settings. I have extensive, diverse experience working with various age groups. I have held various positions in hospitals in critical care units and worked in private practices in the community as a Nurse Practitioner. Throughout my profession, I have always had a special interest in my patients' mental health, which has enabled me to render holistic and compassionate care to this population.
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Dr. Paula Parsons
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSHL, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32205
Life's journey and sometimes trying to navigate through its challenges can feel overwhelming. Perhaps you are a single parent, a grandparent, or someone who is experiencing a major life transition. As a doctorally prepared psychiatric mental health (PMHNP-BC) and primary care nurse practitioner (FNP-C), I apply integrative knowledge in physical and mental health to help synergize your path to wellness. I believe that each day is an opportunity to live authentically and on purpose. Thank you for taking the first steps towards allowing me to walk alongside you through this holistic journey towards wellness. Let's Go!
Life's journey and sometimes trying to navigate through its challenges can feel overwhelming. Perhaps you are a single parent, a grandparent, or someone who is experiencing a major life transition. As a doctorally prepared psychiatric mental health (PMHNP-BC) and primary care nurse practitioner (FNP-C), I apply integrative knowledge in physical and mental health to help synergize your path to wellness. I believe that each day is an opportunity to live authentically and on purpose. Thank you for taking the first steps towards allowing me to walk alongside you through this holistic journey towards wellness. Let's Go!
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Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.
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Superior Health and Wellness Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32244
I specialize in assisting individuals facing challenges with various mental health conditions. With expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD, I'm dedicated to making a difference. At Superior Health and Wellness, we provide comprehensive psychotherapy using diverse therapeutic techniques. Additionally, we offer expert medication management for all psychiatric concerns. Our team comprises skilled psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, and counselors. As a client-centered private practice, we prioritize your needs, ensuring top-tier personalized care. Reach out today to embark on your journey towards improved well-being.
I specialize in assisting individuals facing challenges with various mental health conditions. With expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD, I'm dedicated to making a difference. At Superior Health and Wellness, we provide comprehensive psychotherapy using diverse therapeutic techniques. Additionally, we offer expert medication management for all psychiatric concerns. Our team comprises skilled psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, and counselors. As a client-centered private practice, we prioritize your needs, ensuring top-tier personalized care. Reach out today to embark on your journey towards improved well-being.
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Chelsie Toler B.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, ARNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32216
Blessed to be a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am committed to provide comprehensive compassionate holistic care to all those facing mental health challenges. I work with individuals throughout the life span. With an extensive background in emergency and behavioral nursing, advanced training in psychiatry, and a heavy reliance on evidence-based care, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and empathy to the patient experiences. An understanding therapeutic environment while promoting active listening and other skills is one way to empower and foster a growing and trusting journey together.
Blessed to be a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am committed to provide comprehensive compassionate holistic care to all those facing mental health challenges. I work with individuals throughout the life span. With an extensive background in emergency and behavioral nursing, advanced training in psychiatry, and a heavy reliance on evidence-based care, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and empathy to the patient experiences. An understanding therapeutic environment while promoting active listening and other skills is one way to empower and foster a growing and trusting journey together.
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Rashan Jones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP, CCM
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Complete Dimensions Behavioral Health promote the well-being of the individuals and families in Florida communities by providing accessible, quality mental health and substance abuse/addiction care for children, adolescent ,adults, veterans, and their families, utilizing a service system that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion. We are commited to quality mental health care that is provided in a collaborative effort with consumers overall health strategies array of medical services. We further committed to philosophy that we exist for the customer.
Complete Dimensions Behavioral Health promote the well-being of the individuals and families in Florida communities by providing accessible, quality mental health and substance abuse/addiction care for children, adolescent ,adults, veterans, and their families, utilizing a service system that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion. We are commited to quality mental health care that is provided in a collaborative effort with consumers overall health strategies array of medical services. We further committed to philosophy that we exist for the customer.
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Midlaine Richard-Pean
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP , FNP, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
In a world that can often feel overwhelming, many people find themselves carrying heavy emotional burdens. If you're one of them, know that you're not alone. It's completely normal to feel isolated, anxious, or stressed at times, and these feelings can sometimes make it hard to see a way forward. What you might be looking for is a sense of understanding and compassion. It's important to have a safe space where you can express your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. We can work towards resilience and a renewed sense of purpose.
In a world that can often feel overwhelming, many people find themselves carrying heavy emotional burdens. If you're one of them, know that you're not alone. It's completely normal to feel isolated, anxious, or stressed at times, and these feelings can sometimes make it hard to see a way forward. What you might be looking for is a sense of understanding and compassion. It's important to have a safe space where you can express your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. We can work towards resilience and a renewed sense of purpose.
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I’m a Psychiatric Provider that listens, shows compassion, and empathizes. I look forward to helping you rebuild your mental health by providing both pharmacological and holistic treatment plans. Rather you have ADHD, Depression, anxiety and/or insomnia, help is just a call away. We treat each client from a personal perspective and provide individualized psychiatric treatment plans that helps to rebuild your mental health.
I’m a Psychiatric Provider that listens, shows compassion, and empathizes. I look forward to helping you rebuild your mental health by providing both pharmacological and holistic treatment plans. Rather you have ADHD, Depression, anxiety and/or insomnia, help is just a call away. We treat each client from a personal perspective and provide individualized psychiatric treatment plans that helps to rebuild your mental health.
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Christian Psychiatrists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.