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Hi, I’m Sloan - the founder and director of Westchester Parent & Child Therapy. I work with kids, teens, young adults, and parents around anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I also specialize in maternal mental health, supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of parenting. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in attachment-focused, trauma-informed care.

Hello, I'm Anita Lopes, and I'm passionate about mental health care. With a background as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Registered Nurse, I have worked across various hospitals and environments. My journey has taken me from India to the United States, where I've gained valuable experience in psychiatry and patient care. I currently work at Luminous Psychiatric in Schenectady, NY, focusing on adult psychiatric care. Here, I assess and manage mental health needs, ensuring patients receive compassionate and effective support. My experience also includes working in other outpatient clinics, where I assisted in mental health assessments and personalized medication management. Throughout my career, I've handled a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and more. I believe in a patient-centered approach, where every decision is made with the individual's well-being in mind. I hold several certifications and licenses, ensuring I bring the best care to my patients. My education includes a master's certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Russell Sage College and a Master's in Pediatric Nursing from Mumbai, India. I am here to help, listen, and support your mental health journey with empathy and expertise. Let's work together towards a healthier and happier you. *Treatment philosophy My treatment philosophy centers on compassionate and patient-centered care. I believe in fully understanding each individual's needs, especially those facing mental health challenges. My approach includes thorough evaluations and creating personalized treatment plans, focused on medication management tailored to each patient's unique situation. Safety and support are my priorities, ensuring a calm environment where patients feel heard and understood. I excel in crisis prevention and management, using my expertise to guide patients through tough times. With a commitment to continuous learning and collaboration, I strive to empower patients on their journey toward wellness and recovery. *Treatment approach •Medication Management Tailored to Patients •Mental Health Assessments •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) •Collaborative Care Planning with Providers •Compassion Focused •Culturally Sensitive •Motivational Interviewing •Multicultural •Person-Centered •Positive Psychology •Trauma Focused *Practice description Anita Lopes is a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in mental health. Currently, she works at Luminous Psychiatric, where she excels in caring for adults facing psychiatric challenges. With a solid background in psychiatric nursing, Anita provides individualized treatment for conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and more. She believes in a compassionate approach, thoroughly assessing each patient’s needs. Anita is committed to creating tailored medication plans and collaborating with healthcare teams for holistic care. Certified and licensed in New York, she is ready to support your mental health journey with empathy and expertise.

Hi, I'm Solange-Belle Anyu, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have a passion for building strong relationships with my patients and their families, providing care that is both compassionate and effective. With a solid background in behavioral health, I offer personalized treatment plans for individuals of all ages. I have extensive experience in mental health assessments, anxiety management, and treating conditions like bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. I also work with patients facing dual diagnoses. I believe in clear, empathetic communication and strive to ensure my patients feel understood and supported throughout their treatment journey. Whether I'm leading support groups for Alzheimer's and dementia or conducting geriatric assessments, my goal is to improve patient outcomes and enhance their quality of life. Outside of work, I'm a proud member of the American Nurses Association and the Missouri Nurses Association. I'm here to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care that meets the unique needs of each individual. Let's work together to achieve better health and well-being. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: I believe that every human being has within them the ability to overcome mental illness and achieve wholeness and that medications can help facilitate that healing. I also understand that psychotherapy plays an even more significant role in many cases, and I will always encourage my patients to make it an integral part of their treatment.

I am Adebola Usuah, a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, based in Wilmington, Delaware. I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and insomnia. I offer both in-person and telehealth services to adults, seniors, couples, and families through my practice, De Trinity PM Health. I believe in a holistic healthcare approach, addressing both medical and emotional needs. My goal is to create a compassionate, trusting environment where patients feel heard and empowered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and evidence-based practices to provide individualized care, recognizing that each person's journey is unique. Whether you're managing complex conditions or exploring therapy for the first time, I am dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible health and peace of mind. I accept Aetna and Cigna insurance, offer sliding scale payments, and provide free consultations to ensure everyone has access to the care they need.

Thank you for considering! My name is Brennan and I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am a psychiatric provider specializing in medication management and add-on therapy for common psychiatric disorders like anxiety, depression, panic, PTSD (and complex PTSD), ADHD, Autism, Eating disorders, and many more. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, while also specializing in LGBTQIA+ issues, polyamory, ENM, and am kink-affirming. My experience includes working in outpatient psychiatry settings, where I provide therapy and medication management. I've had the pleasure of working with diverse populations in various states, including Ohio, Colorado, New York, Kansas, and West Virginia. Currently, I am the owner and sole provider of Sana Mente Behavioral Health LLC, an outpatient tele-health psychiatry practice. My mission is to provide compassionate, patient-focused care and to ensure each individual receives the personalized attention they deserve. With being a psychiatric professional since 2018 as a bedside nurse and Prescriber, I bring both clinical expertise and a focus on systemic improvement to my practice. My goal is to assist you in reaching your goals, not telling you what to do. My focus is breaking the sterotype of psychiatry and treating every person with respect and compassion, working with you on your individual treatment goals. I'm committed to supporting your mental health journey with empathy and professionalism. Treatment philosophy: Sana Mente Behavioral Health LLC provides inclusive, kink-affirming, and trauma-informed outpatient psychiatry, emphasizing holistic care that integrates therapy with medication support. The practice prioritizes individualized treatment plans that respect cultural, sexual, and identity diversity, with a focus on addressing underlying trauma rather than solely managing symptoms. Therapy is the cornerstone of treatment, while medication is used thoughtfully and minimally. Through trauma-focused and affirmative therapies, combined with collaborative care, Sana Mente empowers patients to heal and thrive, promoting mental and emotional well-being with a strength-based approach.

I take a person-centered, warm, and empathic approach to therapy that focuses on compassionately challenging you to identify and embrace your strengths. When engaging with clients, my hope is that you will leave each time feeling more encouraged and understood. I utilize an eclectic approach of evidence-based psychology and, when needed, a trauma lens. I will work with you to create goals for treatment and help you understand what modality of treatment best fits your unique needs

Karen Hughes is a Psychiatrist seeing clients in Medical Center virtually and In Person

Lauren Rothstein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Syracuse University and her Master of Social work from Adelphi University. Her passion for helping people in a more holistic approach motivated her to earn her Certification of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Lauren has more than 28 years of experience providing individual and group therapy in both private practice and several leading treatment centers. She was a Primary Therapist and later a co-owner of the prestigious dual diagnosis treatment center, Lifeskills of South Florida; formerly named Lifeskills of Boca. It was there she developed various treatment programs and the Eating Wellness track to focus on all aspects of emotional eating issues. Lauren also facilitated Trauma and Emotional Eating groups in other local South Florida treatment centers. As a result, her patients come from diverse backgrounds with a variety of different life circumstances. She specializes in working with adults and seniors with self-esteem issues, emotional eating issues, anxiety, depression, drug abuse/addiction and early recovery support, gay and lesbian issues, stress management, and grief and mourning support.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in the helping field for nearly 15 years. My career began in child welfare where I worked as an investigator for child protective services. I then transitioned into medical social work and finally arrived in the area of mental health where I have primarily served the Veteran population and my passion has continued to grow since 2011. 

I am Jane A. Dike, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Doctor in Nursing Practice provider with extensive experience and knowledge in providing high-quality and compassionate care. I specialized in evaluating, diagnosing, treating/managing psychiatric mental health disorders, such as Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, Bipolar disorder, Substance use disorder, Personality disorder, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Neurocognitive, insomnia, Somatic & pain. My goal is to provide diverse/ individualized patient centered care approach and evidence-based practice that can help to promote excellent patient's care outcome and safety through medication management, therapy, and holistic care approach. Treatment philosophy: I believe in a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I focus on holistic wellness, addressing both mental and emotional health. By actively engaging with patients, I encourage their involvement in treatment decisions. I utilize evidence-based practices and collaborate with a diverse healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care tailored to individual needs. Through effective communication and by providing education on mental health, I empower patients to achieve their best self. Together, we can work towards healing and improved quality of life.