Ethel Winfunke-Rochin

Ethel Winfunke-Rochin is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner based in Queen Creek, Arizona. I am passionate about addressing the underlying problems using motivational interviewing and a solution-focused approach to foster empowerment. I practice evidence-based medication management and patient-centered care. I bring a unique blend of skills, a nonjudgmental approach, cultural awareness and competence, strong interpersonal human relations, and over 11 years of experience in medical management of individuals with comorbid health, psychiatric conditions, and substance use disorder. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, learning about cultures, and listening to music.

Each individual is unique. I am attentive, an avid Listener, engaging, and compassionate. I am passionate about educating individuals about treatment options using evidence-based practice to empower them to make the best treatment decisions.

I practice patient-centered care and a nonjudgmental approach. I conduct a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation at the initial visit with integrated psychoeducation and lifestyle interventions.

At every appointment, the individual will understand how we arrive at their diagnosis/diagnoses, the medication treatment options, and the treatment plan.

The individual will understand the potential benefits and risks of treatment, side effects, reactions, FDA warnings, and Black Box warnings for prescribed medications.

The individual will be able to identify potential medication side effects or reactions, and seek immediate medical and/or psychiatric care for worsening or acute symptoms.

The individual will understand how to utilize emergency numbers as needed.

The individual will be given the National Crisis & Lifeline Number for 24/7 emotional support, or to call 911 for a medical or mental health emergency, or go to the nearest Emergency Room.

The individual will understand how I support their autonomy and engage in shared decision-making.