Nicole McLeod

I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Walden University, specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, and both individual and couples counseling. I am dedicated to partnering with clients to create personalized care plans that support mood, functioning, and overall quality of life. My practice focuses on warm, collaborative care delivered in clear, accessible language to help clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.

I provide collaborative, client-centered care that blends evidence-based psychiatric treatment with supportive counseling. My approach emphasizes clear communication, transparency, and shared decision-making, focusing on comprehensive assessments, personalized treatment plans, and a combination of medication management with individual and couples therapy. Specializations include mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar spectrum conditions, schizophrenia, and relationship dynamics, all provided with a holistic, strengths-based perspective and ongoing collaboration to adapt care as needs change.

In the first session, clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental welcome and a structured but flexible start to care. The visit typically includes a thorough but compassionate intake to understand symptoms, history, goals, and priorities, followed by a collaborative goal-setting plan. I focus on establishing safety, building rapport, and outlining a clear treatment roadmap that may combine medication management with psychotherapy. Outcomes aim to clarify the diagnosis, identify short- and long-term goals, develop coping strategies, and create an actionable care plan, all delivered in a calm, private environment that supports honesty and empowerment.