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Brooke Stanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(SHE/HER)
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Panic disorders
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello,

I’m Brooke, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I’m passionate about helping individuals find balance, clarity, and relief when life begins to feel overwhelming.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, substance use disorder, and stress-related challenges, providing thoughtful medication management along with supportive, holistic care. My approach is collaborative and compassionate—I believe the best treatment happens when you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your care.

My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can talk openly, explore solutions, and begin moving toward meaningful and lasting change.

My approach to therapy

I take a collaborative and client-centered approach to care, working closely with each individual to understand their unique experiences, challenges, and goals. I believe that effective mental health treatment begins with creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel comfortable sharing openly without judgment.

My style is compassionate, thoughtful, and holistic. I focus on understanding the whole person—emotional health, lifestyle, relationships, and environmental stressors—rather than only addressing symptoms. When medication is appropriate, I provide careful and responsible medication management while also emphasizing the importance of therapy, coping strategies, and overall wellness.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect their first session to be a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free conversation. The initial appointment is focused on getting to know you—your experiences, current concerns, medical and mental health history, and what you hope to gain from treatment. My goal is to understand the full picture of your well-being so we can create a care plan that truly fits your needs.

During this session, we will discuss your symptoms, life stressors, and any previous treatments or medications you may have tried. Together, we will begin identifying goals for treatment and explore options that may include medication management, supportive therapeutic strategies, and holistic approaches to support your overall wellness.

I strive to create a calm and safe environment where you feel comfortable asking questions and sharing openly. By the end of the session, you can expect to have a clearer understanding of the next steps in your care and a collaborative plan designed to help you move toward improved mental health and balance.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Holistic, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at University of Maryland
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, Humanistic, Behavior Management, Multi-Systemic (MST), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Relational, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavioral
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    14502 Greenview Drive Floor 500
    Laurel, MD 20708