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Erika Joy Puruleski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Sleep disorder, Women's issues
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Erika, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, personalized psychiatric care through telehealth throughout Arizona. I specialize in medication management for concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders, using an evidence-based, whole-person approach. I believe treatment should be collaborative and individualized, and I take the time to understand each person’s unique experiences, goals, and needs. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard and empowered in your mental health journey.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, goals, and overall well-being before creating a treatment plan tailored to you. I focus on evidence-based medication management while considering the whole person, including sleep, stress, lifestyle, and daily functioning.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect a comfortable, judgment-free conversation focused on understanding your concerns, history, and goals. We’ll discuss treatment options together and create an individualized plan for moving forward. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and confident about your next steps.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Walden University, Other at Northern Arizona University
  • License type
    APRN-CNP (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner) (Arizona)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Sleep disorder, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavioral Activation (BA)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults, Children
  • Languages
    English