A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is a registered nurse with advanced training, specializing in psychiatric and mental health care. The role of a PMHNP is to assess, diagnose, and treat the mental health needs of patients. PMHNPs are trained to understand the relationship between physical and mental health, which enables them to address their patients’ needs holistically. PMHNPs can prescribe medications, provide therapy, monitor labs, and make referrals as needed. 

Not everyone with depression or anxiety needs medication. For mild symptoms, beginning with therapy, making lifestyle modifications (e.g. stress reduction, sleep hygiene, nutrition, exercise), and healthy coping strategies may be sufficient. If symptoms become moderate or severe and start impacting your daily life, such as relationships, work, or school, medication may be recommended. At SpringForth, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; we work with you to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.

While medication can help reduce symptoms, it does not address the underlying issues contributing to them. Research strongly supports combining therapy with medication to achieve the best outcomes. Therapy helps you identify negative thought patterns, gain insight, recognize triggers, and develop healthy coping skills. By addressing the root causes of your symptoms, therapy promotes long-term healing and personal growth.

Seeking mental health care does not have to be an either-or decision between faith and treatment— it can be both. Prayer can be incorporated into your treatment plan as part of an integrative approach to mental health care. Research shows that prayer and meditation can positively support mental well-being. Proverbs 11:14 (NKJV) emphasizes the importance of guidance, as it states, “Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.” At SpringForth, we honor and support both spiritual and clinical paths to healing.

At this time, we provide care exclusively for adults aged 19 and older. 

At this time, we do NOT prescribe stimulants (e.g. Adderall, Ritalin, Concerta, Vyvanse, etc.) for management of ADHD. However, we offer non-stimulant alternatives as part of our treatment approach.

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