Patrick Birisi

My name is Patrick Birisi. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Nurse Practitioner specializing in patient-centered mental health treatment. I started my career in behavioral health in inpatient psychiatric settings, receiving intense training across lifespan and with multiple therapeutic settings, involving cultural diversity. However, currently I’m accepting new patients, via telehealth for patients aged 12 years and above. I advocate for evidence-based practice and the necessity of tailoring treatment to address the distinct requirements of each individual. My professional interests have broadened to encompass pharmaceutical treatment for concomitant substance use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, other psychotic illnesses, trauma, borderline personality and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I am also engaged in medication management for patients with depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, sleep problems, ADHD and other mental illness.

My therapeutic approach emphasizes the efficacy of psychotropic medications when appropriately integrated with psychotherapy and lifestyle modifications. My objective is to collaborate and develop a patient-centered treatment plan tailored to each individual. I focus on and employ existential therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, a holistic approach, and cognitive behavioral therapy in conjunction with medication management.

I like my patients to feel empowered and acknowledged following each session. Predicting a precise trajectory for therapy progression and symptom alleviation sometimes can be challenging since mental health therapy is not invariably a linear process. I collaborate with each patient to develop a tailored treatment plan aimed at alleviating symptoms and enhancing everyday functioning. I emphasize a patient-centered approach, employing evidence-based approaches and customizing treatment regimens to meet individual requirements.