Psychiatrists in South Hamilton, MA
Courtney Cowan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
South Hamilton, MA 01982
I offer my clients a collaborative approach to treating a variety of mental health issues. As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I can work with clients both with medication management and therapy to improve their psychological well-being. My philosophy in patient care supports a holistic approach in which I partner with my clients to work towards their goals. I believe that communication and trust are at the heart of the therapeutic relationship. I specialize in treating adolescents (14+) and young adults with anxiety and depression, among other mental health disorders.
I offer my clients a collaborative approach to treating a variety of mental health issues. As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I can work with clients both with medication management and therapy to improve their psychological well-being. My philosophy in patient care supports a holistic approach in which I partner with my clients to work towards their goals. I believe that communication and trust are at the heart of the therapeutic relationship. I specialize in treating adolescents (14+) and young adults with anxiety and depression, among other mental health disorders.
Catarina Bongiorni Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, LMHC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
South Hamilton, MA 01982
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you are here. I can imagine it might have been difficult to start the process of finding a provider with whom you feel safe and connected with in order to meet your goals and ultimately feel better. Mental health stability can be a long process and it's important to feel supported by all folks whom you choose to take on your journey.
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you are here. I can imagine it might have been difficult to start the process of finding a provider with whom you feel safe and connected with in order to meet your goals and ultimately feel better. Mental health stability can be a long process and it's important to feel supported by all folks whom you choose to take on your journey.
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My goal is geared towards establishing an environment centered on trust and meaning for all patients from all backgrounds. As a lead nurse practitioner during the pandemic times of isolation, quarantine, and minimal social events, I observed and treated the immediate, short-term impacts of COVID-19 and grew an interest in understanding the long-term mental health impacts of the pandemic, especially among marginalized groups of people.
My goal is geared towards establishing an environment centered on trust and meaning for all patients from all backgrounds. As a lead nurse practitioner during the pandemic times of isolation, quarantine, and minimal social events, I observed and treated the immediate, short-term impacts of COVID-19 and grew an interest in understanding the long-term mental health impacts of the pandemic, especially among marginalized groups of people.
Most clients, that I encounter suffers from Bipolar, PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia, and other mood disorders. Each client's treatment is personalized and treated with compassion and respect. The goal at the end of each treatment is to aid client in attaining mental liberation.
Most clients, that I encounter suffers from Bipolar, PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia, and other mood disorders. Each client's treatment is personalized and treated with compassion and respect. The goal at the end of each treatment is to aid client in attaining mental liberation.
MindWell Mental Health, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ANP
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945
Patty’s clinical practice includes psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment including psychiatric medication management that is tailored to each unique individual. She believes in the importance of an integrative mind-body approach to provide clients with holistic, personalized care to address both their mental and physical health needs with the goal of improving the quality of their life. Her approach is collaborative, and she finds it important to work with your primary care provider, therapist, and other treatment providers as a team.
Patty’s clinical practice includes psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment including psychiatric medication management that is tailored to each unique individual. She believes in the importance of an integrative mind-body approach to provide clients with holistic, personalized care to address both their mental and physical health needs with the goal of improving the quality of their life. Her approach is collaborative, and she finds it important to work with your primary care provider, therapist, and other treatment providers as a team.
Mental Health Plus LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915 (Online Only)
Living is leaning to face life challenges with a sense of acceptance and control. However, it's not always easy to do on our own. Without a doubt, many of us on earth have a negative answer when dealing with our mental health. Here, at Mental Health Plus LLC, we are interested in seeing you take control of yourself. We strive to encourage our clients to live life to the fullest by being assisted with a unique bundle care approach. Partner with us.
Living is leaning to face life challenges with a sense of acceptance and control. However, it's not always easy to do on our own. Without a doubt, many of us on earth have a negative answer when dealing with our mental health. Here, at Mental Health Plus LLC, we are interested in seeing you take control of yourself. We strive to encourage our clients to live life to the fullest by being assisted with a unique bundle care approach. Partner with us.
Ms. Ruggiero, a Physician Assistant at Aster Mental Health, specializes in patients looking to treat and manage their ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Her holistic treatment style combines medication management with various psychotherapy techniques including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. She offers medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
Ms. Ruggiero, a Physician Assistant at Aster Mental Health, specializes in patients looking to treat and manage their ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Her holistic treatment style combines medication management with various psychotherapy techniques including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. She offers medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
I enjoy hearing a patient's story and focusing on their strengths and goals. Once we know the destination, I like to work collaboratively with the patient to create a plan for moving forward. The focus is always solution based. I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and insomnia. I use medications, CBT, CBT I (insomnia), and acupuncture to reduce symptoms and help the patient move forward.
I enjoy hearing a patient's story and focusing on their strengths and goals. Once we know the destination, I like to work collaboratively with the patient to create a plan for moving forward. The focus is always solution based. I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and insomnia. I use medications, CBT, CBT I (insomnia), and acupuncture to reduce symptoms and help the patient move forward.
Helen Macharia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Danvers, MA 01923
Are you or a loved one navigating mental health challenges and seeking a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health care? Are you in a transitional phase, such as the shift from college to adulthood, worrying about your future success, and looking for personalized support to navigate these changes? Do you value a collaborative and empathetic approach where medication management, therapy, and lifestyle guidance are seamlessly integrated? If any of these questions resonate with you, Helen Macharia at Cagway Health and Wellness is here to support your journey toward stabilization, healing, and an improved quality of life.
Are you or a loved one navigating mental health challenges and seeking a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health care? Are you in a transitional phase, such as the shift from college to adulthood, worrying about your future success, and looking for personalized support to navigate these changes? Do you value a collaborative and empathetic approach where medication management, therapy, and lifestyle guidance are seamlessly integrated? If any of these questions resonate with you, Helen Macharia at Cagway Health and Wellness is here to support your journey toward stabilization, healing, and an improved quality of life.
Hello! I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with expertise in psychopharmacology. I hold an undergraduate nursing degree and earned my Master's degree from Boston College's Connell School of Nursing. I am certified by the ANCC and recently completed a Doctorate in Nursing Practice at UMass Boston. With nursing experience dating back to 2008 and PMHNP practice since 2013, I offer medication evaluations and ongoing management for conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety, depression. Following a thorough assessment, I will recommend and prescribe medications as needed.
Hello! I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with expertise in psychopharmacology. I hold an undergraduate nursing degree and earned my Master's degree from Boston College's Connell School of Nursing. I am certified by the ANCC and recently completed a Doctorate in Nursing Practice at UMass Boston. With nursing experience dating back to 2008 and PMHNP practice since 2013, I offer medication evaluations and ongoing management for conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety, depression. Following a thorough assessment, I will recommend and prescribe medications as needed.
I provide expert treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders using Naltrexone. Abstinence is not required.
I provide expert treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders using Naltrexone. Abstinence is not required.
Dr. Abila Primus Benazea
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, APRN, AGNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
In-person and telehealth Practice for Mental and psychiatric issues. In-person only for Addiction Management. Technology has provided means to obtain confidential and affordable treatment in the comfort of your home through Vista Healthcare solution Mental health and general psychiatry. I am a board-certified, doctoral-prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Adult and gerontology Nurse Practitioner. My specialization permits me to understand the physical, biological, and psychological factors of human emotions. At Vista Healthcare we provide psychotherapeutic and psychiatric medication interventions.
In-person and telehealth Practice for Mental and psychiatric issues. In-person only for Addiction Management. Technology has provided means to obtain confidential and affordable treatment in the comfort of your home through Vista Healthcare solution Mental health and general psychiatry. I am a board-certified, doctoral-prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Adult and gerontology Nurse Practitioner. My specialization permits me to understand the physical, biological, and psychological factors of human emotions. At Vista Healthcare we provide psychotherapeutic and psychiatric medication interventions.
Cecilia Sky Ryll
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945
I am a board certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner with experience in evaluating and treating anxiety disorders, depression, various mood disorders such as bipolar, PTSD, neurocognitive and psychotic disorders. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a post-master certificate in psychiatry and mental health. Prior to this I earned my MSN with specialization in women’s health and then my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Frontier University, and worked as a women’s health nurse practitioner and a primary care provider for women. My niche is focusing on issues involving both areas.
I am a board certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner with experience in evaluating and treating anxiety disorders, depression, various mood disorders such as bipolar, PTSD, neurocognitive and psychotic disorders. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a post-master certificate in psychiatry and mental health. Prior to this I earned my MSN with specialization in women’s health and then my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Frontier University, and worked as a women’s health nurse practitioner and a primary care provider for women. My niche is focusing on issues involving both areas.
Terry L Taylor
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, BSN
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915 (Online Only)
I love helping people achieve a more stable foundation in life through wellness. I have always known I wanted to be in the medical field and made that happen in 2007 when I became an RN. I continued my education and graduated with my family nurse practitioner license in 2017 working with a wide range of clientele along with working in hospice.
I love helping people achieve a more stable foundation in life through wellness. I have always known I wanted to be in the medical field and made that happen in 2007 when I became an RN. I continued my education and graduated with my family nurse practitioner license in 2017 working with a wide range of clientele along with working in hospice.
It is important for each person to feel a connection with a provider. My hope is to individualize care, treat each person with respect, and enhance a sense of wellbeing. Although I work with different ages, I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults. I offer medication management and psychotherapy in Marblehead, MA and Glastonbury CT.
It is important for each person to feel a connection with a provider. My hope is to individualize care, treat each person with respect, and enhance a sense of wellbeing. Although I work with different ages, I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults. I offer medication management and psychotherapy in Marblehead, MA and Glastonbury CT.
James G. Bouras, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915
I primarily do medication management, but with up to 30 minute follow up appointments to avoid the rush feeling.
I primarily do medication management, but with up to 30 minute follow up appointments to avoid the rush feeling.
When you are suffering, you want help now, not one month from now. If symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or insomnia are negatively affecting your life, follow the link to my website and click the "Request Consultation" button to get started.
When you are suffering, you want help now, not one month from now. If symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or insomnia are negatively affecting your life, follow the link to my website and click the "Request Consultation" button to get started.
Elise Campagnolo
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
To individuals seeking care: I am closing my outpatient practice and no longer accepting new patients. Thank you.
To individuals seeking care: I am closing my outpatient practice and no longer accepting new patients. Thank you.
Brian Jewers is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many years of experience and a passion to help his community. Brian specializes in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety. Brian is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force where he served for nearly a decade, and translates the same commitment to serve into his nursing career. Now accepting new patients ages 14 and older.
Brian Jewers is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many years of experience and a passion to help his community. Brian specializes in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety. Brian is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force where he served for nearly a decade, and translates the same commitment to serve into his nursing career. Now accepting new patients ages 14 and older.
Dr. Marco Belluardo-Crosby
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Throughout my career I have successfully treated people with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I enjoy the collaboration with other treating providers such as psychotherapists and primary care providers in maximizing the benefits of psychopharmacological treatment. I am committed to high standards of care following the latest clinical research. Telemedicine psychopharmacology only.
Throughout my career I have successfully treated people with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I enjoy the collaboration with other treating providers such as psychotherapists and primary care providers in maximizing the benefits of psychopharmacological treatment. I am committed to high standards of care following the latest clinical research. Telemedicine psychopharmacology only.
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FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in South Hamilton?
The Psychology Today Directory enables users to search specifically for psychiatrists by selecting the provider type from the drop-down menu, and filtering results by city, zip code, or the psychiatrist's name. The search results feature detailed profiles that outline each professional's treatment approach, areas of expertise, credentials, fees, payment options, and accepted insurance. Results include both psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), who hold advanced practice nursing degrees. Users can refine their search for a specific type of psychiatric provider using the "Provider Type" filter.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and treating brain disorders and mental health conditions. As physicians, they are trained to identify the often subtle biological factors underlying mental disorders and to monitor how mental health treatments may impact other physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication and typically conduct shorter sessions that focus on medication management rather than intensive psychotherapy.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and what is the difference with a psychiatrist?
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), also known as a mental health nurse practitioner or psychiatric nurse practitioner, is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced training in psychiatric care, earning at least a master’s degree in psychiatric nursing. To become Board-Certified (PMHNP-BC), psychiatric nurse practitioners must also pass a national exam that tests their clinical psychiatric knowledge.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Can a psychiatrist or a PMHNP prescribe medication?
The Psychology Today directory features two primary types of psychiatric professionals: psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). Both are generally authorized to prescribe psychiatric medications. In 28 states, PMHNPs have full practice authority, allowing them to provide the complete spectrum of psychiatric care, including independent medication prescribing and management. In other states, however, PMHNPs are required to work under the supervision or in collaboration with a physician to prescribe medication. Both psychiatrists and PMHNPs may also offer additional services, such as psychotherapy, counseling, and care coordination, for clients seeking psychiatric care.
Do psychiatrists or PMHNPs offer therapy?
Both psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including traditional psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), pharmacotherapy, and, occasionally, various somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists and PMHNPs make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist, a PMHNP, or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem and may be unaware of the differences in support provided by various mental health professionals. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider (PCP) first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the PCP may review their medical history and provide guidance or a referral to the appropriate type of provider.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist or a PMHNP?
A referral to a psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is often not required. However, consulting your primary care physician (PCP) first can be beneficial and may streamline the process of getting the care you need. Your PCP can help determine whether psychiatric care is necessary or if another type of mental health support might be more appropriate. Additionally, some insurance plans require a PCP referral to cover part or all of the costs associated with seeing a specialist. Obtaining a referral can also expedite the appointment process, particularly in areas with provider shortages or for clients seeking specialists in fields like child psychiatry.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed professional?
Yes, all professionals listed in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory are licensed to provide mental health services in the state(s) where they practice. The directory includes a variety of providers such as psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), physician assistants, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. Each provider must hold a valid license issued by their state regulatory body to be listed. In addition, Psychology Today offers a verification process for certain providers, signified by a 'Verified' symbol next to their profile. This badge indicates that the provider’s primary credential or license has been independently verified by Psychology Today.