How can you provide care remotely?
I provide care remotely through secure telehealth platforms, offering thorough assessments, psychotropic medication management, and supportive counseling. My approach includes educating patients on coping skills, safety measures, and treatment options while fostering open communication to ensure they feel heard and supported. Remote care allows me to tailor treatment plans to individual needs in a safe and convenient environment.
Hello, I’m Shurma Maureen Pitt, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 30 years of experience in healthcare. My passion is to help individuals achieve mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness. Using a non-judgmental, patient-centered approach, I provide compassionate care tailored to each person’s unique needs. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorders, and more. By combining psychotropic medication management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and education, I strive to empower my patients to take control of their mental health. I value open communication, thorough assessments, and collaborative treatment planning to foster a supportive, safe space for healing and growth. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, cooking, reading, and cycling, which help me recharge and stay focused. Together, we can navigate the path to wellness and help you thrive.
Specialties
Mental Health
Adult Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Behavioral Medicine
Conditions treated
Addiction
Anxiety
Bipolar disorders
Depression
Eating disorders
Grief and Loss
Insomnia
Mood disorders
Panic attacks
Personality disorder
Personality Disorders
Phobias
PTSD
Schizophrenia
Substance Abuse
Substance abuse
Substance use disorder
Trauma
Treatment philosophy
I believe in compassionate, patient-centered care. My approach focuses on understanding each individual's unique needs. I engage with my patients through thorough assessments and open communication, ensuring that they feel heard and valued. Education is key, and so I provide clear information about diagnoses and treatments to empower patients in their healing journey. With my many years of experience in crisis situations and with alcohol and substance abuse, I carefully monitor responses to treatment, adjusting care when necessary. Collaborative teamwork is essential to developing effective treatment plans. My goal is to foster a supportive environment where patients feel safe and motivated to achieve their best mental health. Together, we can navigate the path to wellness.
Treatment approach
Crisis intervention and emergency assessment
Patient education on medication and health
Trauma-informed care for mental health
Supportive counseling and therapeutic techniques
Psychotropic medication management and monitoring
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for patients
Patient-centered approach to care
Education on coping skills and safety measures
Wound care management and assessment
Collaborative treatment planning with teams