Shenika Brown

I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 5 years of experience working in outpatient hospital clinics and correctional settings. I support individuals facing substance use, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and psychosis, and I offer a range of psychotherapy approaches. My style is compassionate, transparent, and patient-centered. I aim to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard and understood. I believe in breaking down stigma and working together to find what truly helps you feel better.

I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach where we work together to understand your experiences and goals. My style is warm, authentic, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe being open and honest. I specialize in treating substance use, mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, and psychosis, using both medication management and psychotherapy. I focus on meeting you where you are, reducing stigma, and building practical tools that support real, lasting change.

In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, welcoming space where we take time to get to know you—your experiences, concerns, and what you’re hoping to work on. We’ll review your history, discuss symptoms, and begin identifying goals that feel meaningful and realistic for you. My approach is supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative, so you feel comfortable asking questions and being open. By the end, we’ll have a clear plan to move forward at a pace that feels right for you.