When it comes to our mental health, we all need a little help sometimes. That’s where we, Arbor Wellness, come in. Arbor Wellness does not have a psychiatrist on staff, however, our Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) offer comprehensive, caring services with a more specialized approach than is typically provided by psychiatrists.
PMHNPs are advanced practice registered nurses who have specialized training in mental health. They can assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health conditions, just like a psychiatrist. The main difference is that PMHNPs have a nursing background, which means they bring a unique perspective to patient care.
Here at Arbor Wellness, our PMHNPs take the time to really get to know our patients. We know that each person is unique and dealing with multiple dimensions of mental health. As such, we collaborate with our patients in coming up with a more personalized treatment regimen that is tailored to their individual issues.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or something else, our PMHNPs can help. We use a variety of evidence-based therapies, including medication management, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and we provide tips for mindfulness techniques that can help our patients enhance their overall well-being.
One of the things that sets Arbor Wellness apart is our focus on holistic health. Our ideology is that mental health is as important as physical health, and we treat the whole person. This kind of whole-body, whole-lives approach is more important than ever, particularly as young people confront new hurdles, such as pressure to keep up on social media and fears about their futures. Recent studies have found an increase in anxiety and depression among teenagers, underscoring the need for access to mental health care more than ever. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are helping to fill a need by providing more accessible and personalized care.
Another thing that makes Arbor Wellness special is our commitment to accessibility. We understand that not everyone has the time or resources to travel to a traditional mental health clinic. That’s why we offer telehealth options, letting you get care at home.
This use of PMHNPs at Arbor Wellness is a perfect illustration of what is changing in health care to address people’s needs. As useful as psychiatrists are, PMHNPs provide a different but equally reliable means of seeking help for your mental wellness. They offer compassionate care, listen to your concerns and develop a plan with you to help you feel better. Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health, and our PMHNPs can assist you.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychiatric-mental_health_nurse_practitioner
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/psychiatric-nurse-practitioner-pmhnp
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/anxiety-disorders/what-are-anxiety-disorders
https://www.healthline.com/health/mind-body/mindfulness-activities
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/anxiety-disorders/anxiety-and-stress-in-teens
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/emotional-problems/Pages/Anxiety-Disorders.aspx
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/adolescent-mental-health
