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Vanessa Acosta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/her/hers)
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • Medication management

Great to meet you!

Hello and welcome! I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering medication management services for a wide range of mental health concerns. I take a holistic approach to care, getting to know the whole person and their individual goals. I encourage my clients to be active participants and decision-makers in their treatment planning. Together, we can plan realistic, achievable steps toward wellness.

My approach to therapy

Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked as a behavioral health coach and trained in motivational interviewing and behavioral activation. While I do not offer traditional therapy sessions at this time, I often incorporate these techniques into my sessions.

What you can expect from me

My goal in the first session is to build trust and an understanding about the person, what they are facing and what they would like to achieve. In every session, my role is to provide my clients with the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their medication options. If you are looking to take charge of your mental health, you are in the right place!

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Hispanic, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Holistic, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Yale University School of Nursing
  • License type
    NP (Nurse Practitioner) (District Of Columbia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Care types
    Medication management
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English, Spanish