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Doreen Gendreau
EdD, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Online Therapy
I am Dr. Doreen A. Gendreau, a compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with over 27 years of experience in medical and psychiatric nursing. As a Board-Certified, full-scope Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in treating adults with various mental health conditions, including trauma and addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, depression, grief and loss, and spiritual crises. I take a Salutogenic, Christian-informed approach to treatment, focusing on what promotes well-being. By combining traditional and complementary therapies, I strive to provide comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs. Through my private practice, Souls True Healing, I offer personalized services such as psychotherapy and medication management. My priority is your satisfaction and helping you achieve your goals to improve your quality of life, all within a supportive and empathetic environment. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: My treatment philosophy centers on a Christian Informed, holistic, Salutogenic, approach to Treatment. I believe in treating the whole person —mind, body, spirit & Soul/ I foster deep healing. Every patient is unique, & we create a treatment plan using complementary & Traditional Modalities, psychotherapy, to support their individual needs. I prioritize open communication and empathy, creating a sacred space where patients are respected and heard. Together, we establish clear, attainable goals, based on improving their symptoms, not treating their diagnosis, that will move them forward on their healing journey. I specialize in Trauma, PTSD addiction, and all mental health disorders, providing care that enhances their quality of life and promotes enduring wellness.
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Inesa Kichkimet
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Online Therapy
I am an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority and expertise in various therapeutic modalities. My practice is dedicated to providing well-managed, client-centered care within a nurturing and judgment-free environment, aimed at helping clients achieve balance in their lives. With over two decades of experience as a healthcare professional, I have a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of emotional, behavioral, and physical health. Throughout our sessions, I ensure that quality care is consistently provided along a continuum. This includes regular discussions about all aspects of your treatment, with a focus on education and support. I provide medication management to ensure you receive the most effective and appropriate treatment for your mental health needs. This involves regular monitoring and adjustments to your medication regimen, as necessary, to optimize outcomes and minimize side effects. My goal is to support your overall well-being and help you achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. I provide supportive therapy and address both internal and external stressors to help identify and manage emotional triggers. I diagnose according to DSM-5 criteria and offer a range of therapies, including talk therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and treatment for conditions such as OCD and PTSD. I also provide individual, couples, and combined therapies tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. *Treatment philosophy My treatment methodology is centered on providing thorough, quality care throughout our sessions. This approach ensures that you receive comprehensive information and education on all aspects of your treatment. I am committed to delivering supportive therapy that encompasses both medication management and the exploration of internal and external stressors. By doing so, we work together to identify and manage emotional triggers, promoting a deeper understanding and improvement of your mental health. *Treatment approach •I diagnose according DSM-5 criteria and also offer therapies including talk therapy, CBT, OCD, PTSD, Individual, Couples, Combined therapies. *Practice description Our telehealth practice specializes in treating a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, offering comprehensive and personalized care to meet the unique needs of each patient. Anxiety/Depression/Panic/PTSD/ OCD/Bipolar examples of disturbances that can influence quality of life. Also, patients are expected to provide the following information or complete account set up via the link to Headway that will be emailed from the practice within 2 hours of booking.**
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