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Melissa Di Natale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
2 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Melissa Di Natale, PMHNP, brings a diverse and accomplished educational background, including a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Lenoir-Rhyne University, a Post-Master’s PMHNP Certificate from Maryville University, and an EdD from St. John Fisher College. She also holds both a BSN and MSN from Keuka College. Melissa provides comprehensive psychiatric care to patients ages 6 and up, with specialized expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.

My approach to therapy

Melissa Di Natale's patient care approach is rooted in collaboration and empowerment. She views patients as active participants in their healthcare journey, fostering open communication and mutual respect. Melissa believes in shared decision-making, prioritizing patients' concerns, goals, and treatment preferences. By embracing patient-centered care principles, Melissa empowers patients to take an active role in their treatment, fostering trust and achieving better outcomes.

What you can expect from me

Melissa Di Natale offers personalized care, with intake sessions up to 90 minutes long. Follow-ups, lasting 30 to 45 minutes, focus on monitoring progress and adjusting treatments. Melissa collaborates closely with patients to optimize psychiatric medication and well-being, empowering them in their mental health journey with attentive and compassionate care.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at Maryville University, DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at Lenoir-Rhyne University
  • License type
    NP (Nurse Practitioner) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Stress management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Humanistic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Children, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1939 Tate Boulevard Southeast
    Hickory, NC 28602