Child Psychiatrists in Rhode Island

Photo of Ann Bisland, MSN, CPNP-PC, PMHS, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Ann Bisland
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CPNP-PC, PMHS
Verified Verified
I help families by offering an integrative approach that looks at the root cause of mental health issues to create treatment plans which include medication management, nutritional interventions, and various therapeutic supports to provide the foundation for their child's mental wellness.
I am a pediatric nurse practitioner and mental health specialist with over 10 years of experience working with young children, adolescents and young adults to foster academic success and mental wellness. I earned my Masters in Nursing at Yale University and am a current fellow of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. I specialize in the diagnosis and management of ADHD, anxiety and depression in children that are struggling with their emotional regulation, impulsivity, attention and mood.
I help families by offering an integrative approach that looks at the root cause of mental health issues to create treatment plans which include medication management, nutritional interventions, and various therapeutic supports to provide the foundation for their child's mental wellness.
I am a pediatric nurse practitioner and mental health specialist with over 10 years of experience working with young children, adolescents and young adults to foster academic success and mental wellness. I earned my Masters in Nursing at Yale University and am a current fellow of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. I specialize in the diagnosis and management of ADHD, anxiety and depression in children that are struggling with their emotional regulation, impulsivity, attention and mood.
(401) 360-9011 View (401) 360-9011
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Sarah Xavier
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Once you/your child is doing well, you may elect shorter visits.
Dr. Xavier is a Yale trained psychiatrist with advanced training in Child, Adolescent, Adult and Forensic Psychiatry. She has been a physician for over twenty years. She has worked extensively with clients in a variety of settings (hospital/office) and roles (medical director/consultant) in order to bring an extensive toolkit of treatment options into her private practice. Dr. Xavier develops compassionate, comprehensive, goal oriented treatment plans that are tailored to one's ability and motivation level.
Once you/your child is doing well, you may elect shorter visits.
Dr. Xavier is a Yale trained psychiatrist with advanced training in Child, Adolescent, Adult and Forensic Psychiatry. She has been a physician for over twenty years. She has worked extensively with clients in a variety of settings (hospital/office) and roles (medical director/consultant) in order to bring an extensive toolkit of treatment options into her private practice. Dr. Xavier develops compassionate, comprehensive, goal oriented treatment plans that are tailored to one's ability and motivation level.
(401) 262-4316 View (401) 262-4316
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Kelly Krcmarik
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02903  (Online Only)
I help children, teens, college students, and young professionals meet their goals and live fuller lives.
Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.
I help children, teens, college students, and young professionals meet their goals and live fuller lives.
Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.
(616) 319-4077 View (616) 319-4077
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Patricia Schneider
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Riverside, RI 02915
Trish's background and experience have allowed her to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities intrinsic to treating children and adolescents.
Trish Schneider is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Doctorate in Nursing. Trish's overall goal to allow each patient to enhance their quality of life. It is her belief that all people are valuable and unique and should be treated with dignity and respect. Trish is committed to using the highest standards of care and practice protocols, along with current and emerging research to provide the best possible care. Her goal for her patients is to help them achieve complete symptom relief, wellness, and optimal quality of life.
Trish's background and experience have allowed her to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities intrinsic to treating children and adolescents.
Trish Schneider is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Doctorate in Nursing. Trish's overall goal to allow each patient to enhance their quality of life. It is her belief that all people are valuable and unique and should be treated with dignity and respect. Trish is committed to using the highest standards of care and practice protocols, along with current and emerging research to provide the best possible care. Her goal for her patients is to help them achieve complete symptom relief, wellness, and optimal quality of life.
(401) 249-4664 View (401) 249-4664
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Alaa Elnajjar
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Dr. Elnajjar is Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital & Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, RI, USA. Dr. Elnajjar completed residency training in psychiatry at New York Medical College and Child Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, NY.
Dr. Elnajjar is Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital & Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, RI, USA. Dr. Elnajjar completed residency training in psychiatry at New York Medical College and Child Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, NY.
(401) 593-5410 View (401) 593-5410
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Alexander Scagnelli MD PC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Warwick, RI 02886
We are a mental health office that provides medication management to children, adolescents and adults for a variety of diagnoses including ADHD, GAD, MDD, PTSD, and OCD. We also offer Psychological Testing. Our staff consists of Dr. Alexander Scagnelli MD, Anna Flaherty, RNP, Susan Perry, RNP, Brett Michelson, RNP, and Allison Silvers, LMHC, Psy.D. To book a new client appointment please call 401-821-4100.
We are a mental health office that provides medication management to children, adolescents and adults for a variety of diagnoses including ADHD, GAD, MDD, PTSD, and OCD. We also offer Psychological Testing. Our staff consists of Dr. Alexander Scagnelli MD, Anna Flaherty, RNP, Susan Perry, RNP, Brett Michelson, RNP, and Allison Silvers, LMHC, Psy.D. To book a new client appointment please call 401-821-4100.
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Cheryl Haynes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMH-BC
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906  (Online Only)
My current practice model is directed toward ages 4-24, and women through age 55. I am board certified in both Psychiatric Mental Health and Women's Health. I have over 15 years of experience treating psychiatric disorders in children and adults, from very simple to severe and chronic. I am well versed in the treatment of ADHD, along with Autism Spectrum, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, mood disorders, and women specific issues (ie PMDD, perimenopausal issues, pregnancy, post-partum)
My current practice model is directed toward ages 4-24, and women through age 55. I am board certified in both Psychiatric Mental Health and Women's Health. I have over 15 years of experience treating psychiatric disorders in children and adults, from very simple to severe and chronic. I am well versed in the treatment of ADHD, along with Autism Spectrum, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, mood disorders, and women specific issues (ie PMDD, perimenopausal issues, pregnancy, post-partum)
(401) 200-3875 View (401) 200-3875
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MYM Child & Adult Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02909  (Online Only)
We provide Individualized, holistic outpatient mental and behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in Rhode Island via telehealth from the comfort of your own safe space.
Our Goal is to find the right balance between your need for appropriate therapeutic interventions and safe medication management for struggles with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Mood Disturbances, Sleep Challenges, Obsessive-Compulsive, Trauma & Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We provide Individualized, holistic outpatient mental and behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in Rhode Island via telehealth from the comfort of your own safe space.
Our Goal is to find the right balance between your need for appropriate therapeutic interventions and safe medication management for struggles with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Mood Disturbances, Sleep Challenges, Obsessive-Compulsive, Trauma & Autism Spectrum Disorder.
(401) 420-7620 View (401) 420-7620
Michael Trazi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHCNS-
Verified Verified
¢ BSA-Psych at Rhode Island College "¢ BA-Nursing at Rhode Island College "¢ Masters- University of Rhode Island "¢ PMHCNS-BC specializing in child and adolescent psych and autism Philosophy I take a holistic approach to treatment and I understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone.
Mike has 30+ years working in Psych and 7+ years of prescribing experience and services adolescence from 5-17 years old. He takes a holistic approach to treatment and he understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone. He has decades of experience working at Bradley Children's Hospital, The Brown Center for Children and Families, and is knowledgeable of community resources available to you. He understands the importance of therapy, medication, and good behavior modification skills.
¢ BSA-Psych at Rhode Island College "¢ BA-Nursing at Rhode Island College "¢ Masters- University of Rhode Island "¢ PMHCNS-BC specializing in child and adolescent psych and autism Philosophy I take a holistic approach to treatment and I understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone.
Mike has 30+ years working in Psych and 7+ years of prescribing experience and services adolescence from 5-17 years old. He takes a holistic approach to treatment and he understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone. He has decades of experience working at Bradley Children's Hospital, The Brown Center for Children and Families, and is knowledgeable of community resources available to you. He understands the importance of therapy, medication, and good behavior modification skills.
(401) 420-5585 View (401) 420-5585
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Patricia Schneider
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806
As a mother of a child who was diagnosed with OCD, I understand the challenges that children and families go through.
I’m an integrative psychiatrist who helps children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and OCD to improve their self-esteem and feel more energized, happy, and motivated. I get to the root cause of health concerns by providing parents and young adults with a natural and integrative approach to healing that goes beyond traditional medicine. I also specialize in treating eating disorders, mood, and personality disorders, and working with families and children in the adoption and foster care system. If you think we would be a good fit, read on to learn more or you can visit my website.
As a mother of a child who was diagnosed with OCD, I understand the challenges that children and families go through.
I’m an integrative psychiatrist who helps children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and OCD to improve their self-esteem and feel more energized, happy, and motivated. I get to the root cause of health concerns by providing parents and young adults with a natural and integrative approach to healing that goes beyond traditional medicine. I also specialize in treating eating disorders, mood, and personality disorders, and working with families and children in the adoption and foster care system. If you think we would be a good fit, read on to learn more or you can visit my website.
(401) 420-7951 View (401) 420-7951
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Goldline Health and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02906  (Online Only)
Group practice that specializes in medication management. We are accepting new clients in RI, MA & CT. Our practice is a medication management practice that provides med management services to children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, thought disorders and other psychiatric conditions. We are a group of 3 nurse practitioners who specialize in psychiatric treatment, we are caring, compassionate and great listeners.
Group practice that specializes in medication management. We are accepting new clients in RI, MA & CT. Our practice is a medication management practice that provides med management services to children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, thought disorders and other psychiatric conditions. We are a group of 3 nurse practitioners who specialize in psychiatric treatment, we are caring, compassionate and great listeners.
(401) 337-7493 View (401) 337-7493
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Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, CNS, RN
Verified Verified
Westerly, RI 02891  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new patients. Immediate availability for new appointments. Jennifer Ugbah MSN, PMHNP, CNS, APRN, RN, is a dual board certified bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Rhode Island and went on to earn a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in child and adolescent psychiatric-mental health from The University of Rhode Island. In addition, she also obtained her nurse practitioner certification for patients across the lifespan from the University of Saint Joseph.
Currently accepting new patients. Immediate availability for new appointments. Jennifer Ugbah MSN, PMHNP, CNS, APRN, RN, is a dual board certified bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Rhode Island and went on to earn a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in child and adolescent psychiatric-mental health from The University of Rhode Island. In addition, she also obtained her nurse practitioner certification for patients across the lifespan from the University of Saint Joseph.
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Michael Trazi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHCS, BC
Verified Verified
South Kingstown, RI 02879  (Online Only)
Mike has 30+ years working in Psych and 7+ years of prescribing experience and services adolescence from 5-17 years old. He takes a holistic approach to treatment and he understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone. He has decades of experience working at Bradley Children's Hospital, The Brown Center for Children and Families, and is knowledgeable of community resources available to you. He understands the importance of therapy, medication, and good behavior modification skills.
Mike has 30+ years working in Psych and 7+ years of prescribing experience and services adolescence from 5-17 years old. He takes a holistic approach to treatment and he understand that one's mental health affects the entire family unit and not just you alone. He has decades of experience working at Bradley Children's Hospital, The Brown Center for Children and Families, and is knowledgeable of community resources available to you. He understands the importance of therapy, medication, and good behavior modification skills.
(401) 593-3562 View (401) 593-3562
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Bolanle Ahazie
Psychiatric Nurse, NP
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02903  (Online Only)
My name is Bolanle Ahazie, NP and I am a licensed nurse practitioner offering online behavioral health services to adults and children. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
My name is Bolanle Ahazie, NP and I am a licensed nurse practitioner offering online behavioral health services to adults and children. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(551) 288-7016 View (551) 288-7016
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Dr. Misty Stafford
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm, and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm, and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
(207) 204-3578 View (207) 204-3578
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Roseline Ekema
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02908  (Online Only)
My name is Roseline Eko, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children and adults.
My name is Roseline Eko, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children and adults.
(443) 551-2140 View (443) 551-2140
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Jacqueline Lebel
Psychiatrist, MD, JD
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
I have been in practice treating children, adolescents, adults and families for 22 years.
Hello! I am available to help those struggling with life transitions, relationships, their mood, anxiety, thoughts, family relationships, loneliness, academic issues, ADHD, developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
I have been in practice treating children, adolescents, adults and families for 22 years.
Hello! I am available to help those struggling with life transitions, relationships, their mood, anxiety, thoughts, family relationships, loneliness, academic issues, ADHD, developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
(508) 859-9524 View (508) 859-9524
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Partners in Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
Johnston, RI 02919
Accepting new patients. We provide clinical evaluations and medication management for those aged 4-60 years old via telepsychiatry video sessions and in-office appointments. We offer expert treatment plans to ease your suffering and emotional pain using the biopsychosocial framework. While we believe psychotropic treatment can be both curative and beneficial for symptom management, we encourage our patients to engage meaningfully in their own treatment by participating in psychotherapy, exercise, mindfulness, and healthy nutrition.
Accepting new patients. We provide clinical evaluations and medication management for those aged 4-60 years old via telepsychiatry video sessions and in-office appointments. We offer expert treatment plans to ease your suffering and emotional pain using the biopsychosocial framework. While we believe psychotropic treatment can be both curative and beneficial for symptom management, we encourage our patients to engage meaningfully in their own treatment by participating in psychotherapy, exercise, mindfulness, and healthy nutrition.
(774) 541-1310 View (774) 541-1310
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Lorrie MacDonald
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DHS, MSN, PMHNPBC, CNP
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02907
Currently accepting new clients ages 6-60 for in-person and virtual visits for medication management and solution-focused therapy to be your best self! To become a new client, go to our website an fill out the information for "new patient".
Currently accepting new clients ages 6-60 for in-person and virtual visits for medication management and solution-focused therapy to be your best self! To become a new client, go to our website an fill out the information for "new patient".
(774) 261-8011 View (774) 261-8011
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Nicole Sanchez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Hello, my name is Nicole Sanchez. I became a nurse practitioner because I genuinely love to help people. I was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. I started my journey to become a registered nurse because I felt a calling to help people in need and when they are at their worst. I graduated from National University College in Arecibo, Puerto Rico with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 2011. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I have worked as an inpatient psychiatric nurse for over 6 years.
Hello, my name is Nicole Sanchez. I became a nurse practitioner because I genuinely love to help people. I was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. I started my journey to become a registered nurse because I felt a calling to help people in need and when they are at their worst. I graduated from National University College in Arecibo, Puerto Rico with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 2011. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I have worked as an inpatient psychiatric nurse for over 6 years.
(401) 289-1014 View (401) 289-1014
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Child Psychiatrists
Child psychiatrists in Rhode Island use their medical experience to diagnose and treat disorders of thinking and feeling, as well as behavior affecting children and their families.

A child can see a psychiatrist for a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and trauma. The psychiatrist will look for the best treatment for a child and their family, and can help the child effectively resolve issues and cope with life’s stresses. Treatment may involve medication, which a child psychiatrist can offer to can help correct chemical imbalances in the brain, control moods, and change negative and destructive behaviors.