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Heather Figi, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, creativity, and whole-person care to her practice. With a rich background as a musician, educator, and martial artist, Heather offers a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to mental health that honors each individual’s story. She is deeply committed to helping clients feel seen, safe, and empowered—whether they are navigating anxiety, mood and trauma-related disorders, attention and impulse control challenges, substance use concerns, or more complex psychiatric conditions.

Heather earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Psychiatric Mental Health from Frontier Nursing University and completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduating summa cum laude from Oregon Health & Science University. Her nursing journey began with an Associate of Applied Science degree from Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. She holds active RN licensure in Oregon and Wisconsin and is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in both Virginia and Maryland. Heather also maintains DEA licensure in both states, allowing her to prescribe controlled substances.

With over five years of diverse clinical experience, Heather has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, including the Oregon State Hospital, acute residential care for adolescents, and telehealth-based psychiatric care across the lifespan. She provides care to individuals as young as six through older adulthood, and has experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric populations in both virtual and in-person settings.

You’ve taken an important step in seeking care, and I’m glad you’re here. I aim to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered as we explore what’s working, what isn’t, and strategies that fit your unique needs - at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I’m a double board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), taking an integrative approach that considers both your physical and emotional well-being.

I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 7 years working in behavioral health, offering personalized care through telehealth for adults and teens. I treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, mood changes, and life stressors with a strengths-based approach, focusing on both symptom relief and personal growth. My goal is to provide medication management with supportive therapy in a collaborative, compassionate way. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you find clarity, balance, and confidence. If you’re ready to take the next step, reach out today—I look forward to connecting with you.

I am Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) trained in medication management and individual therapy. I approach my work caring about the whole person and not simply treating diagnoses. I am aided by knowledge gained from my education: Bachelor's of Science in Sociology, Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, and Master's of Science in Nursing. I also draw from my 11 year career as a registered nurse in intensive care units and my 3 years as a Nurse Practitioner, working at an outpatient clinic as well as an inpatient crisis unit.

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I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in both general psychiatry and addiction medicine. My background spans a wide range of mental health conditions — from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and substance use — and I bring a deeply holistic perspective to every patient I work with. I offer telehealth care with flexible scheduling, including early morning appointments starting at 7:30am for those who need care before their workday begins.