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Cassandra Lipa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
6 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Trauma
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am only offering medication management at this time, I am not offering psychotherapy.

As a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 14 years experience, I believe prioritizing mental health is the first step in achieving a life that is meaningful to you. I am only offering medication management at this time however, I do not offer psychotherapy. Prior to achieving a career as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I completed a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and am a firm believer in psychotherapy as a combined treatment modality for maximum benefit and personal growth. My experience working in acute services psychiatric ER, consultation-liaison service, inpatient mental health unit, and outpatient psychiatry has prepared me with a unique set of skills in swiftly identifying psychiatric emergencies, managing complex psychiatric situations/illnesses, and developing diagnostic formulations. I have experience with all readily used psychiatric medications and am well versed in psychopharmacology. I prioritize clear communication, attention to details, and empathic engagement.

My approach to therapy

I believe in collaborative care and together developing a plan to alleviate any underlying mental health pathology that you identify as interfering in leading a productive and fulfilling life. I am interested in emotional resilience and am eager to learn about your journey that has shaped your personality and brought you to this moment.

What you can expect from me

I hope you leave feeling supported, empowered, and inspired with clear goals that we have developed together. I will bring an open heart and mind to our work space. My approach is warm, sensitive, non judgmental, honest, and attentive.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at UMass Amherst, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy at Sringfield College
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Behavior Modification, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Structural Family, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    22 Gordon Street
    Pittsfield, MA 01201