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Heena Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Trauma
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello there! I was a neurological ICU nurse for 7 years prior to practicing as a psychiatric APN for the past 8 years. I chose psychiatry as my "forever career" as I am not only fascinated by how powerful the human mind and psyche can be, but also because mental health is often under served, unseen, stigmatized, and yet so important to every individual's well being. While I don't believe in a "happy pill," I do believe that psychiatric medications can truly help individuals when necessary and that is what I am here for. I am passionate about having an individualized approach to treating my patients with medication management and helping them to achieve the best quality of life possible. I've worked in inpatient, residential, and various outpatient settings. Areas of passion and focus include: anxiety, depression, bipolar and related mood conditions, trauma, adjustment/major life transitions, perinatal and postpartum.

My approach to therapy

Everyone's unique perception is their own reality. I try to keep this in mind when devising a treatment plan for my patients/clients.

What you can expect from me

Feeling heard and supported in addition to a better understanding of your mental health.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • License type
    APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Trauma Focused CBT, Brief Dynamic, Behavior Modification, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    313 South Avenue
    Fanwood, NJ 07023