Charmon Bates

Great to meet you!

I provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns. I understand that reaching out for psychiatric care can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to provide a supportive environment where you feel heard and involved in your treatment decisions.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of psychiatric nursing experience. My background includes inpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, and extensive experience caring for adolescents, adults, senior adults and veterans with complex mental health needs.

Together, we’ll develop an individualized treatment plan focused on improving your symptoms, daily functioning, and overall quality of life.

My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I believe every individual deserves to feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment decisions.

I take time to understand each patient’s symptoms, personal history, lifestyle, and treatment goals before developing an individualized care plan. My approach combines comprehensive psychiatric assessment, medication management when appropriate, supportive interventions, and patient education.

I believe effective mental health treatment is a partnership. Together, we will explore treatment options, monitor progress, and make adjustments as needed to support long-term emotional wellness and improved daily functioning.

During our first appointment, my priority is to create a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable discussing your mental health concerns.

We will complete a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, including a discussion of your current symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, previous treatments, medications, and personal goals. I will take time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and better understand how your symptoms are affecting your daily life.

Together, we will develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication management, supportive interventions, and additional resources when appropriate.

My goal is for you to leave your first appointment feeling heard, informed, and confident about the next steps in your mental health care.