Nica Nuguid

Hi, I’m Nica! I am a boy mom of two and a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Dominican University of California. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), specializing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, from the University of San Francisco.

Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked as a registered nurse for 8 years, gaining valuable experience in county hospitals, the Veterans Administration, and inpatient psychiatry. My background includes inpatient medical-surgical/telemetry care, psychiatric crisis stabilization, case management, and utilization review. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse patient populations ranging from adolescents to older adults within the geriatric population. By combining my nursing background with psychiatry, I am able to view each individual as a whole person and consider both mental and physical health when developing treatment plans.

I aim to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe being themselves. I believe mental health care works best when individuals feel comfortable, heard, and genuinely understood, so I strive to be easy to talk to and approachable, while still providing thoughtful, evidence-based care. My goal is to build a collaborative relationship where clients can openly discuss their concerns, ask questions, and feel supported throughout their treatment journey.

While medication management can be an important part of care, I strongly encourage therapy alongside medication management whenever appropriate, as the combination often leads to the best long-term outcomes and overall well-being.

Your first appointment with me is designed to feel warm, welcoming, and low stress. I take a holistic and detail-oriented approach, creating space for open conversation while getting to know you as a whole person, not just your symptoms. Together, we’ll discuss your concerns, goals, lifestyle, and overall well-being to create a personalized and supportive treatment plan.