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Lisa Shaffer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Trauma
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing treatment for psychiatric conditions across the lifespan, with a special focus on perinatal mental health and holisitc wellness. I have practiced in a variety of clinical care settings since 2015, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care (both medical and psychiatric). This breadth of experience allows me to care for clients with a wide range of needs and levels of acuity.

My approach to therapy

Over the years, my practice has evolved to include a more holistic approach; integrating conventional psychiatric treatment with this whole-person perspective.

What you can expect from me

Your initial intake appointment is a 60- minute session where we will go through a detailed medical and psychiatric history, symptoms, stressors, and goals. Together, we'll work to identify a treatment plan that best meets your needs. Thereafter, 20-30 minute follow-up appointments are scheduled to review progress and make adjustments as needed. As part of my practice philosophy as a virtual only provider, I do not prescribe controlled substances in my private practice (including benzodiazepines or stimulants). My goal is to help every client feel heard, understood, and empowered as an active participant in their own care.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Holistic, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Regis College
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Trauma
  • More specialties
    OCD, Stress management, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English