Katie Spann

I am a lover of many things, but there is nothing dearer and nearer to my heart than the clients I help. I have been a nurse for 18 years now. Almost 100% of those years, I have spent working in or around mental health. Not to mention, I grew up in a family where mental illness directly impacted my family members. This is how and why I am passionate and dedicated to giving the utmost respect and care to any and all clients who choose me as their mental health provider. I want my clients to think of me as their teammate when it comes to battling mental health.

My approach to mental health care is practical and deeply individualized. I seek to create an environment where my clients can feel safe to speak openly without fear of judgment or feelings of being dismissed/misunderstood. Medication is a tool, and not the treatment itself. Therefore, I prescribe strategically and intentionally to create a plan of care that gets the client to better mental state so that they can then use their coping skills.

Our first session is by far the most important session for both the client and the provider. Imagine being on a first date, there is no pressure to perform or have the right words or share everything immediately. No threatening tone, no feelings of being rushed, or fear of judgment, just the gathering of information that helps me to better treat you and your symptoms. We simply meet each other and find our vibe to continue our relationship as provider-client. This is what you can expect from me in the first session as we move through the care process.