Female Psychiatrists in Quincy, MA

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Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston.

You have within you everything necessary to have a life filled with peace, joy, and abundance. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I would like to partner closely with you to help you to improve your quality of life. I believe that “Mental health is not a destination; it is a journey,” and every person’s journey is unique. Therefore, my approach to building a therapeutic alliance is individualized. Life’s challenges can sometimes leave you feeling as though you are unable to cope and, in a sense, hopeless.

Ruby is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who is originally from New Jersey. She received a Bachelor's in Biology and a Bachelor's in Nursing from Stockton University. She worked as a pharmacy technician for 5 years and as a nurse for 5 years before completing her Master's education at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Ruby is incredibly passionate about the destigmatization of mental health and addiction.

Lois Awah is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with more than 3 years of mental health experience. She specializes in treating adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, trauma, PTSD, and other psychiatric-related diagnoses. As a PMHNP, Lois is also a patient advocate, counselor, and helps with medication management.

Laura is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She conducts psychiatric evaluations, makes diagnoses, and prescribes effective medications. She has experience with a broad spectrum of disorders including depression, anxiety, panic,ADD/ADHD, and PTSD. Laura's goal is to prescribe medications in a conservative, effective, and safe manner.

We have immediate openings due to our expansion. We understand that getting an appointment in these post COVID times, is nearly impossible. This is why Ascend Integrative Medicine has opened extra spots in the after five hours. Call today and we will get you in right away.

Rachael Darian is a dually board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and specialist in adult primary care medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include general psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. Rachael treats concerns and conditions related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, sleep disorders, and bipolar. She enjoys working with adults of all ages and has extensive experience working with active military personnel, veterans, emergency service workers, and disaster response workers.

Dr. Chen is only accepting new pediatric patients to her waitlist at this time. New patient evaluations are booking out 2-3 months in advance. Dr. Chen is a Harvard trained, double Board Certified psychiatrist who believes in evidence-based and collaborative mental health care for her pediatric and young adult patients.

I am a Psychiatric and Geriatric Board Certified Nurse Practitioner who enjoys working closely with my patients to help them find ways to understand and improve their quality of life. I believe that everyone has issues which can become problems if not understood and addressed as life is a process with many stages. My job is to help you to find ways to cope and give you hope and good outcomes by the use of counseling, education, medications or other alternatives.

I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinically trained in treating patients with mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. I received my Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing degree from Walden University, in Minneapolis, MN. Prior to becoming an advanced practice nurse, I worked in Southern California, which was an irreplaceable experience for me, both personally and professionally. Returning home to Boston, I had the opportunity to work for Boston Medical Center, and then South Shore Hospital’s Emergency Department for 15 years, holding certification and accreditation in Case Management.

With more than 10 years of clinical and leadership experience in healthcare, I have a deep interest in exploring and developing care plans that optimally balance the application ratios of medications and other therapy techniques in the craft of patients' behavioral and mental care plans. I am also a clinical instructor and have continued to train aspiring student practitioners in the mental health field independently.

Meet a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) with over 11 years of valuable experience in the healthcare field. Graduating in 2012 from CUNY College, this PA brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to patient care. A committed and dedicated team member, this PA is known for their ability to work effectively within a healthcare team, contributing to positive clinical outcomes. Their excellence in communication and listening skills allows them to provide compassionate care and establish strong connections with patients.

Meet Lauren, a nationally certified Physician Associate with a specialization in psychiatry, highlighting her commitment to mental health care. Her educational journey, marked by academic excellence, includes both a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from MCPHS University, where she graduated magna cum laude. Lauren's primary goal as a psychiatric PA is to empower her patients to achieve their mental health goals through honest and open communication.

Preya is a nationally certified Physician Associate, with a focus on psychiatry. She received her bachelors in Health Science and a master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Preya has experience in urgent care, inpatient and outpatient settings.

Meet Daniel, a highly motivated individual and a graduate of the University of Florida. Daniel's academic achievements are notable, as he not only excelled in his studies but also received recognition as a member of the National Honor Society. His educational journey was further enriched by being a recipient of the prestigious Florida Bright Future Scholarship, a testament to his dedication to academic excellence.

Ashley is a nationally certified Physician Assistant with a Master of Science from Methodist University in North Carolina. Prior to becoming a PA-C she served in the Army for 9 years including several combat deployments.

Meet Karla, an exceptionally experienced Physician Assistant (PA) with an impressive 23-year career spanning across various medical specialties, including Primary Care, Community Health, Addiction Medicine, Surgery, and Geriatric and Adult Psychiatry. Karla's extensive background highlights her dedication to providing comprehensive and diverse healthcare services.

Meet Julie, a highly accomplished and multi-talented Physician Assistant (PA) with a unique educational background. Julie's academic journey reflects her diverse interests, as she obtained two Bachelor degrees in Molecular Biology and Fine Arts. Her commitment to excellence was evident throughout her education, earning her multiple scholarships for her outstanding academic achievements. Julie's pursuit of healthcare excellence continued at MCPHS Boston, where she earned a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. This advanced degree equipped her with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in her career as a PA.