Dr. Racquel O'Riley

This is a telehealth practice. As a personal choice, the use of narcotics or other controlled (DEA) meds are minimal, if any. I've been a psych nurse practitioner for at least 14yrs. I believe in managing conditions with psychiatric and non-psychiatric treatment modalities that are evidence based. The use of the least amount of meds, at lower doses that does the healing of symptoms, is an active process involving the client and based on the reported experiences. Safety is the core of my practice and my job is to help clients understand internal signals and how to prevent another crisis.

My treatment focus is to address the trilogy of mental symptoms presented, referring to body, mind and spirit disturbances, and determine appropriate treatments. Genetic testing for the appropriate psychiatric medication is available, if necessary. Evidence based studies recommend use of therapy with medications for better outcomes. I support this. Exploring and identifying mental signals- internal cues- are next steps to empower the client to prevent the next crisis.

My goal is to create a safe environment where a patient can share openly. After collaborating on a treatment plan that meets the client's goals, close follow up meetings will be necessary until the client feels stable.