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Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Louisville. I have experience working with individuals aged six and older and specialize in managing most psychiatric disorders. I am particularly knowledgeable about managing ADHD and offer private pay diagnostic testing.

I take a conservative approach to medication management, recognizing that oversedation is a major concern in psychiatry. My priority is to find the most effective and least intrusive solutions, empowering my patients with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their mental health.

Above all, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, collaborative, and high-quality care to help my patients achieve their best outcomes.

My approach to therapy

My approach to care is rooted in thorough assessment and patient education. I believe that a full understanding of each patient’s history is essential for making the best treatment decisions. Too often, individuals are prescribed medications they have already tried without success. My goal is to avoid that cycle by ensuring every treatment plan is tailored to each person’s unique needs.

What you can expect from me

I also strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where patients feel truly heard. I am an active listener, kind, and deeply relatable, offering a compassionate approach that many have found refreshing in the field of psychiatry. I believe that mental health care should be collaborative, not cold or detached, and I am committed to building trusting relationships that empower my patients on their journey to wellness.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at University of Louisville
  • License type
    NP (Nurse Practitioner) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Brief Dynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Narrative Therapy, Humanistic, Behavior Modification, Neuropsychological Testing, Structural Family
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors, Children
  • Languages
    English