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My counseling experience includes treating adolescents, adults, and couples. My practice is highly individualized to address common symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I treat my clients as unique individuals with their own distinctive concerns impacting their lives. I greatly honor the trust I am given by them to help them navigate difficult times and unexpected life changes. I believe the decision to start the journey towards healing and reconciliation demonstrates a great deal of courage and resolve. Together we can discern a path towards a more balanced and joyful life. Emotional/spiritual growth and symptom reduction are the primary focus of practice. I accomplish this by helping clients understand how their internal life is interacting with outside stressors causing discomfort and impeding growth. I also endeavor to help clients recognize destructive patterns in personal relationships that may be keeping them from further healing. In addition to private practice experience, I also have pastoral/spiritual counseling experience.

Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or not your first rodeo in the therapy arena, finding the right therapist for you is a Big Freaking Deal! You’ve likely been doing tireless research, visiting websites, unsure if you’ll find someone who truly gets you. What you want is… A therapist who is R-E-A-L, doesn’t hide behind a clipboard, nods and won’t just say “mm-hm” to everything that comes out of your mouth, or ask you 100 times “how does that make you feel?” You want a therapist whom you can sense a connection with and see that this person might understand you, better than you understand yourself. This may sound like a tall order, but you deserve to find the BEST possible person to do this life-progressing work with. The badass go-getter in me recognizes the badass go-getter in you! I’m here to help you get to work at becoming a better version of yourself. Making the first move can be tough, but I know deep down, you’ll muster up the strength you need. You’re ready to take the leap, no matter how scary it might be. You want someone who is willing to take this journey with you and push you towards the progress you want to make in your life! You’re ready to take the risk of learning new ways to handle problems that keep coming up and let go of your old ways of doing things.

Hello, I'm Dr. Crystal Hopkins, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. With over 17 years of nurse practitioner experience, I'm committed to providing top-notch psychiatric and mental health care. My journey as a nurse practitioner has taken me through various educational milestones, including a Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Alabama. I specialize in both Family and Psychiatric Mental Health, offering comprehensive care tailored to each individual’s needs. My career has seen me take on diverse roles—from nurse practitioner positions at reputable medical centers to my current role as a psychiatric nurse practitioner at Better Mental Health, LLC. I've also had the honor of teaching future nurse practitioners at several universities. In addition to my clinical practice, I actively contribute to my community through leadership roles and conference presentations. Recognized for my commitment to excellence, I've received awards such as the NPAA Award for Outstanding Nurse Practitioner. I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey to better health. Whether you're dealing with mental health challenges or seeking general family health care, I'm here to help you every step of the way. Feel free to reach out—I'm just a phone call or email away. Treatment philosophy: We take a holistic approach to mental health care, focusing not only on treating symptoms but also on addressing the underlying causes of mental health issues. We use evidence-based practices and work collaboratively with our clients to develop personalized treatment plans.

You want to feel a sense of safety and security within your relationships. The basis of any intimate relationship is friendship. Whether you are with a partner and want to improve your intimacy or an individual looking to create a foundation for a positive relationship, I will help give you the tools and motivation to feel empowered in your life. Through compassion and understanding, you will discover the platform to reach your full potential and enrich your life. My approach is to be attentive to your story as a couple or individual and tailor our work together to meet your unique needs. Throughout my experience, I found that the healing process is not linear and specific to the individual or couple. Together, we will build the strength to take control of your life and grow within your emotional awareness. I provide a relational, direct approach which allows space to ask the difficult questions while creating a safe environment for curiosity. You can expect to feel the positive shift you have been looking for within your life with the tools and resiliency we will create together.

Hello! I’m Hannah Nsiah, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and resilience. With years of experience in mental health, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral challenges. My holistic approach integrates diagnosis, evidence-based psychotherapy, and medication management, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood. Each session is focused on empowering clients to build coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and foster personal growth. Whether addressing emotional trauma, self-esteem issues, or everyday stressors, my goal is to help clients navigate their mental health journey with confidence and hope. I understand the importance of cultural and individual diversity and respect each person’s unique experiences and perspectives. Mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, but no one has to face them alone. Together, we can work toward achieving balance, happiness, and long-term well-being. My mission is to provide compassionate care while advocating for health equity and access to quality mental health services. Let’s work together to build a foundation of strength, resilience, and hope.

You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Calling a therapist can be intimidating; take a moment, maybe even a deep breath. Allow me the opportunity to create a safe and Zen space for you. Together we can begin this journey of personal growth and healing. There is no pivotal time like the present to take this step to elevate yourself out of the cycle of bad relationships, grudges, trauma, or being anxious/angry all the time. We will collaboratively work to obtain clarity through mindfulness. I practice from an eclectic and client-centered approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to create a unique space just for you. Therapy should be an exclusive experience for every individual, family, and couple. Let us begin this process of greater conciseness and living your best life. Give yourself a break; change can be challenging. Let's work towards breaking free of old patterns, creating balance in your life, and your natural capacity to heal. Your transformation starts NOW!

I am a mental health provider dedicated to serving individuals with humility and expertise. I have extensive experience in clinical, medication, and mental disease management knowledge across a broad spectrum of mental health disorders, serving diverse populations with care and dedication. My Approach to Therapy: I believe in a client-centered approach, grounded in humility and respect for individual experiences and journeys. I strive to cultivate empathy, foster nonjudgmental spaces, uphold confidentiality, reduce stigma, and empower individuals through therapeutic relationships. What You Can Expect From Our First Session: Clients can anticipate a gentle and supportive environment where they emerge from each session with enhanced clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of autonomy and resolution. Together, we’ll work toward your goals with sincerity and dedication.

I have extensive experience providing medication management using a holistic approach. During visits, I will listen carefully to your specific concerns and collaboratively develop a treatment. While all our clients have some needs that are similar, each client has different life encounters that may impede their mental health and independent living. I provide comprehensive online psychiatry services (telehealth), you can conveniently be seen in the comfort of your home for appointments and medication management without the need to travel! I provide the same mental services as in-person visits and I will address other aspects that encompass your complete wellness beyond a standard psychiatry visit. I am committed to offering personalized treatment plans and assisting patients and families with coping strategies. My goal is to provide supportive and effective mental health care to help you lead a healthier, happier life. *Specialties •Mental Health •Psychiatry *Conditions treated •ADHD •Anxiety •Depression •Bipolar disorders •PTSD •Addiction •Schizophrenia •Eating disorders •Mood disorders •Trauma •Panic attacks •Substance abuse •Anger Management •Female Psychiatry •Trauma and PTSD •Obsessive-Compulsive •Pediatric Psychiatry •Behavioural Therapy •OCD •Geriatric Psychiatry •Personality disorders •Insomnia •Alcohol Use •Behavioral Issues •Borderline Personality (BPD) •Chronic Illness •Chronic Impulsivity •Coping Skills •Domestic Violence •Emotional Disturbance •Impulse Control Disorders •Life Coaching •Medication Management •Narcissistic Personality (NPD) •Personality Disorders •Psychosis •Relationship Issues •School Issues •Sleep or Insomnia •Substance Use •Suicidal Ideation •Self-Harming *Practice description If you're struggling with a mental health condition, you'll find help and care here at Serenity Mental Healthcare PLLC. Our highly qualified staff will design a customized care plan to meet your needs, always treating you as a person first and a patient second.​ We accept client struggling with ADHD evaluation and medication management Depressed mood, isolation and anxiety mood swings, irritability and anger issues Suicide ideation, thoughts and aggression Lack of sleep, past trauma and nightmares Paranoid, hearing voices and personality changes Childhood behaviors and Individual therapy *Treatment philosophy I believe that every client is unique. I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter." My goal is to work with clients individually to achieve mental health stability. My goal is to help patients reach their optimal stability. *Treatment approach •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) •Culturally Sensitive •Emotionally Focused •Trauma-Focused •Person-Focused •Coaching

I have a passion for working with clients to heal the wounds of abuse, other traumas, or narcissism; work through family-of-origin and attachment issues; liberate from the confines of anxiety, panic, phobias, and OCD (or obsessive-compulsive tendencies); repair and/or heal from relational issues; develop effective boundary-drawing; transform self-concept/esteem; and grow to find peace, joy, purpose, and overall wellness.  I offer a compassionate understanding of who you are, how you show up in the world, and how you experience things. I work with you to identify and build on the strengths within you while developing new strategies and uncovering new insights to help you heal, grow, and flourish. I am nurturing while also able to challenge long-held beliefs and patterns, which may be keeping you stuck or holding you back from the life you want to live. I wish you well on your journey!

I am a firm believer that every person deserves to heal.  I have been practicing in the mental health field since 2012 and have a wide range of experience.  My main focus is trauma-informed care utilizing EMDR and other modalities. I work to maintain a safe environment if acceptance and non-judgment for all clients. Together, we will identify and build your inner strengths in a working relationship that lets you have control; with me as a guide.  Whatever it is, with the help of your village, we’ll get through it together.