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Bigy Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Trauma
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Bigy Thomas, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

You deserve a care plan that sees the whole person—not just a 15-minute prescription.

Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I believe true healing happens in a trusted partnership. In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where your voice is heard, your story is respected, and your personal goals guide every decision we make together.

How We Will Work Together:

  • Care Beyond Medication: While precision medication management can be an effective tool, it is only one part of healing. I actively integrate evidence-based therapy skills (including CBT and Motivational Interviewing) to help you build practical, lasting coping strategies.
  • Mind-Body Connection: With more than 25 years of extensive clinical nursing experience, I look closely at how your physical health, sleep, stress, and lifestyle influence how you feel mentally and emotionally.
  • Culturally Sensitive & Personalized: Your background, values, and lived experiences matter. We will tailor your care to fit who you are and what you care about most.

Whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or major life transitions, we will work together at your pace to help you regain balance and feel empowered in your daily life.

My approach to therapy

"My approach starts with a simple principle: you are the expert on your own life, and healing happens in partnership.

I don't believe in rushed appointments or one-size-fits-all prescriptions. Instead, my care is rooted in authentic presence—taking the time to genuinely listen, understand your lived experience, and create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and respected.

In our work together, we take a truly whole-person view:

  • Partnership First: Every decision—from therapy strategies to medication options—is made collaboratively at a pace you are comfortable with.
  • Mind-Body Integration: Drawing from over two decades of comprehensive clinical experience, I look at how physical health, stress, lifestyle, and daily routines connect to your emotional well-being.
  • Care Beyond Medication: We pair precision medication management with practical therapeutic tools (like CBT and mindfulness) to help you build lasting coping strategies and resilience.

Ultimately, my goal isn’t just symptom relief—it’s helping you regain balance, feel empowered, and move toward meaningful, sustainable wellness."

What you can expect from me

"Think of our first session as a comfortable, open conversation where you set the pace.

Instead of going through a rigid checklist, I take the time to listen to your story, understand what you’re feeling, and explore what true wellness means to you. We’ll look at the big picture—including your physical health, lifestyle, and background—and end the visit by building a clear, personalized plan together.

There is no pressure to make immediate decisions; we will move at a pace where you feel supported, heard, and in control of your care."

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Purdue University Global
  • License type
    APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Physical health issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavioral
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English