K. Erica Hunkin

K. Erica Hunkin, PhD, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and a Master of Science in Marine Chemical Ecology from The University of Mississippi. Her passion for understanding the biological basis of behavior led her to pursue a PhD in Behavioral Neuroendocrinology at North Carolina State University. During her doctoral research, she focused on how hormones influence brain function and behavior, a natural extension of her lifelong curiosity about human behavior. She later transitioned into nursing, earning a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate from Johns Hopkins University. Erica has provided evidence-based, holistic care for children, adolescents, and adults in multiple settings, including community-based clinics, telehealth, and work with active-duty military personnel, reservists, and veterans.

At the heart of Erica’s practice is a person-centric approach. She is dedicated to meeting clients where they are and guiding them through their mental health challenges with compassion and accountability. Her primary focus is psychotherapy-first, creating individualized treatment plans that promote lasting, positive change. While comfortable and experienced in recommending pharmacotherapy as needed, Erica is committed to holistic care and empowering clients to achieve mental wellness.

I believe that healing is a journey—and you don’t have to walk it alone. Grounded in both science and heart, I provide a supportive space where each person is seen, heard, and empowered to thrive. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking greater balance, we'll work together to help you reconnect with your inner strength and move forward with clarity and confidence.