Local Resources to find a Psychiatric Prescribing Provider
Portland Metro, OR
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Providers within the area specializing in perinatal mental health.
If you'd like to be included, please reach out! This site is in progress.
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Our women's mental health clinicians provide evaluation, counseling, and treatment for many challenges that affect women, including perinatal mental health concerns, stress related disorders, relationship and sexual concerns, perinatal loss and bereavement.
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Our counselors are an integral part of the OHSU Center for Women's Health, working together with their physician colleagues and providing support for patients, their partners and families.
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Mental health assessment and treatment for women of all ages
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Outpatient psychotherapy/counseling with our psychiatrist or counselors
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Medication management (with or without counseling) by our psychiatrist
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Second opinions on perinatal mental health and medication management for primary care doctors and other healthcare providers
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Group cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
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Approach to Treatment:
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As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) I can offer you psychotherapy and/or medical, behavioral and complimentary treatments. Since many issues and symptoms are related to multiple factors, your treatment will be multifaceted as you learn what makes you feel healthy and happy. Together, we'll choose the focus of our efforts and your path to feeling well.
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Additionally, Life Cycle Health and Education, LLC offers an online course for providers you can find here:
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Advanced Evaluation & Management of Psychiatric Illness in Reproductive-Age Women
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From the website:
I am a certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with advanced training in psychotherapy and medication management. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, ADHD, and the adjustment--both physical and psychological--to parenthood.
My background as a Community Health Nurse for pregnant and parenting families, and my understanding of the hormonal and biological factors that are intertwined with emotional issues during this time, make me an excellent choice for prenatal and postpartum anxiety and depression. I also have experience working with PTSD, substance abuse, and attachment issues.
As a nurse I take an individualized and holistic approach to both psychotherapy and medications. My therapy is relationship-based, and draws from supportive, psychodynamic and cognitively based traditions. I am also able to prescribe medication when appropriate.
From Psychology today:
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Corey Watson, DNP, PMHNP, partners with her clients to optimize their mental health. She is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She is able to assess and treat clients across the lifespan; however works with primarily adult clients and specializes in women's mental health. During the appointment, she will conduct a thorough review of your history, provide supportive therapy and recommend or prescribe medications.
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The transition to and during motherhood can be challenging due to a number of factors. Perinatal Mental Health & Wellness focuses on mother, baby, family and community during the preconception, pregnancy and postpartum periods. Many women, and their partners, experience depression and anxiety disorders during and after pregnancy.
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Perinatal Mental Health & Wellness focuses on each client and considers each woman's needs. Every woman and her family deserve personalized attention and delicate care to optimize their mental health and total wellness. In each session, we will discuss your symptoms and the utilization of medications before, during and after pregnancy.
From the Upwell Psychiatry website:
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) I am passionate about caring for people. With over 17 years of experience in nursing, I have sat with people through all stages of life, and currently work with both teens and adults to help them find their best path forward. I am dedicated to providing a safe environment infused with kindness, empathy, and humor.
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I currently work with those struggling with depression/mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD and OCD. I have an additional certification as a Perinatal Mental Health specialist, and unique experience to support those dealing with premenstrual or menopausal distress, those planning for pregnancy or post-partum, as well as those struggling with pregnancy loss, abortion or birth trauma (whether first hand, or vicariously in your supportive work).
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By working collaboratively and utilizing evidence-based practices as our guide, we can explore your unique experience of the world and carve out a path to healing and wellness.
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I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) currently serving the Portland Metro area through my private practice conveniently located in the heart of the Lair Hill neighborhood.
While my practice focus is on reproductive mental health, I see adults ages 18 and over from all walks of life. I provide supportive care for various mental health concerns ranging from general difficulty dealing with stressful life transitions to more complex issues such as depression, anxiety, panic, grief & loss, sexual trauma, and perinatal mood and adjustment issues. I welcome individuals from all cultures, races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities.
Services Offered
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Virtual Visits/Telehealth
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Individual Psychotherapy
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Medication Management
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Diagnostic Services
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Mental Health Support in Pregnancy & Postpartum Period
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About my practice​
I enjoyed my previous work in hospital settings, and now in the clinic setting, I appreciate the opportunity to develop a longer-term relationship with my patients. While much of my time with patients is spent focusing on evidence-based medicine, I believe therapy and good self-care are also important in helping patients optimize their health.
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Culturally specific care: Transgender care, military/veteran
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Population specialties: adults
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Language capacity: English
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Areas of focus: women’s and perinatal mental health, mood (major depression, bipolar), obsessive compulsive disorder, severe and persistent mental illness
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Jennifer Barnes is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) committed to providing holistic, evidence-based care. She seeks to understand the background, strengths, and struggles of her patients to work together to build a treatment plan individualized to their needs. She can address a variety of concerns including anxiety disorders, depression, treatment resistant depression, bipolar, PMDD, and ADHD.
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Her areas of interest and expertise include pregnancy, fertility challenges, postpartum, the transition to parenthood, and the menopausal transition. Before attending graduate school, Barnes spent the past 20 years working in women’s health and maternity care as both an RN and a board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). Several observations over the past many years contributed to her decision to return to graduate school: the rise in mental health disorders, the challenges in finding qualified providers, and the lack of community support. Her background in women’s health has given hera strong foundation in the way hormones interact with mental health.
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From the Willamette Health and Wellness website:
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I work with adults aged 18-60, providing psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy.
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I began my path to becoming a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner as a labor and delivery nurse. After six years, I returned to school, at the University of New Mexico, to become a certified nurse midwife. I had the immense privilege of working with families in this role for 17 years before deciding it was time to use my skills in a new way. I received my post-master's certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from Frontier Nursing University, seeking to reach patients with trauma/burnout related to working in healthcare, as well as those with trauma related to receiving healthcare, particularly perinatal/obstetric trauma.
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My decades spent with families in labor informed me on how to be with people during their most fearful and uncomfortable moments, as a support person and a guide. I approach my practice as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a similar way. My care is holistic and grounded in understanding the social, emotional, cultural, physical, and psychological experiences of my patients. I provide respectful, personalized care, always in partnership with my patients while recognizing the right to self-determination. I believe the process of engaging in mental health care can be empowering, and I have confidence in patients' abilities. Through my presence, I strive to provide care and healing, guided by evidence, that is centered on your values and preferences.
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I live with a house full of humans and beasts, who keep me young and age me, simultaneously. I endeavor to keep them, and all the plants, alive and well, while also quilting, crafting, going dancing, and creating community in Portland.
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Taking a personal approach to mental health.
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We’re no strangers to how uncomfortable therapy and psychiatry can be. We believe in dissolving the stigma that these services can feel impersonal and stale. We are here to help guide you through life’s challenges with compassion, empathy, and grace.
We believe in care-coordination; working closely with you and your therapist to find the best plan for your wellness goals.
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Specialties:​
From Affirming Care geared towards the LGBTQAI+ community, to helping people navigate their pregnancy journeys, we are ready to hear your story.
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Psychiatric Evaluation
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Medication Management with Therapy
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Perinatal Consultations
From their PSI profile & Patient fusion site:
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I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional therapy/trauma training. I offer counseling, support, and if needed medication management, during all stages of the parenthood journey.
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I provide psychiatric care in the form of psychotherapy with or without psychiatric medication management. Psychiatric treatment involves discovering and understanding multiple factors that may be contributing to current symptoms and distress. I help clients to gain a better understanding of their thoughts, behaviors, and interactions with others. I incorporate many psychotherapy techniques including Psychodynamic therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills. I believe that emotions and feelings are valuable and manageable and I help people gain awareness on how to tolerate them, cope with them, and use them to guide their intuition. Listening is the most important part of my job, as I believe there is not a one size fits all solution for change and treatment. Thus I do my best to tailor my tools to fit the individual. I have had additional training in women's health that includes perinatal and postpartum mood disorder treatment and have a Perinatal Mental Health Certification.
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Hi, I’m Marisa (she/her), a psychiatric nurse practitioner and the founder of Talking Twenties. I believe people in early adulthood deserve high-quality and compassionate care tailored for this challenging phase of every person’s life. Your twenties (and thirties) can be awesome. Let’s make it happen for you.
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I am straightforward in my approach, listen carefully and work at your pace. In treatment, I attempt to balance my expertise– the science supporting medication decisions– with your own expertise– your body and mind.
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At the core, I work with people who are struggling and want to reclaim their lives. If you don’t know what’s going on, I’m happy to guide you on your path to finding out.
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I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience in a variety of settings from emergency department, family medicine, maternal health and inpatient psychiatry. As a nurse practitioner, I am licensed to prescribe and manage mental health medications and I practice psychotherapy using a holistic and trauma informed lens with the understanding that we are dynamic and complex individuals, not a diagnosis.
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I see patients ages 18-64 and I work with a variety of issues, though my focus is working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, ptsd, women’s issues and supporting healthcare workers.
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I am a strong ally to LGBTQ and BIPOC folk and I hope that everyone will find safety here at Hygge no matter their sexual identity, gender, race or ethnicity. I offer a warm, compassionate space to do this work and will always see you as the whole, worthy person you are. We all deserve the chance to heal and live a joyful life.​​​​​​​
Broader Resources to find a Psychiatric Provider within OR and WA supporting reproductive and perinatal mental wellness
Oregon/Washington Statewide
Click on the names to lead you to their site.
Providers within the area specializing in perinatal mental health.
If you'd like to be included, please reach out as this is currently in progress...
From their website:
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Psychiatric services are only available to clients who are actively involved in therapy at CFD. Together, the client and therapist will determine whether a referral to psychiatry is appropriate.
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Once a referral to psychiatry is made, clients will meet with one of our psychiatrists or psychiatric nurse practitioners for an evaluation. Our therapists and psychiatric providers work closely together to determine the best combination of therapy and medication available for each client.
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Perinatal and Parenting Support Resources from CFD: here
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Christine Weinmeister believes that listening, collaboration, and partnership are the foundation of compassionate and effective care. She gets to know her patients as individuals, walking with them on their journey toward better well-being.
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Christine is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health care nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. Christine brings more than two decades of experience in reproductive health care to her mental health care practice. She has a deep understanding of how the physical, psychological, and hormonal changes of pregnancy, the postpartum period, and menopause impact mental health. She is committed to a trauma-informed approach and is LGBTQIA+ affirming. Christine’s areas of interest include mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, and trauma.
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Kate Fields strives to treat every patient with respect and compassion. Her goal is to provide a safe and empowering space for people to make choices that are right for them and that improve their quality of life. She is dual-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a certified nurse midwife.
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As a midwife, Kate has spent the past 20 years guiding women and families through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Now in her primary role as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, she brings these two worlds together by specializing in treating perinatal mood disorders using medication and therapy. Her knowledge of the interplay between women’s physical and mental health at key times in life, specifically the childbearing years and menopause, makes her uniquely qualified to support women.
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Kate is committed to providing trauma-informed care. She is especially interested in serving individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those on the neurodiversity spectrum. Alongside perinatal mood disorders, Kate has a special interest in supporting parents of neurodiverse kids and health care workers experiencing burnout, moral injury, and trauma. She considers self-compassion and mindfulness principles to be powerful tools.
