Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Springfield, MA

I have worked in community mental health since 2014. My educational background focused on addictions and marriage and family counseling. I have training in motivational interviewing and solution focused approaches to building change.

My name is Roselyn Kwenda, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Massachusetts- Lowell in 2004 and my Master of Science in Nursing from University of Texas- Arlington in 2016. I have extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, which allows me to support individuals across a wide range of mental health needs.

With a solid foundation in the field, I hold a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My career has been dedicated to working with diverse populations, introducing tools and techniques that are tailored to each individual's unique abilities and needs. I am confident in my ability to help you embark on a journey to a happier life.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I earned both my Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing degrees from Columbia University. My clinical training includes experience in child, adolescent, and adult inpatient psychiatry, as well as school-based and private practice settings. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked as a registered nurse in a detox and rehab facility serving individuals with substance use disorders, many from underserved backgrounds, including low-income, formerly incarcerated, and unhoused populations. I currently practice in a federally qualified health center.

I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner treating clients since 2016 and prior to that, providing family practice care in a rural University clinic.

I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-prepared, dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience caring for individuals with both medical and mental health needs. I provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care with a focus on medication management and holistic treatment.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and other mood-related conditions. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative. I take the time to listen, understand your concerns, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle.

I strive to create a supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), dedicated to supporting individuals through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. I have experience working with clients navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, family dynamics, and work/life stress, and I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.

I've specialized in working with adolescents and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles for fifteen years. Whether you're dealing with intense emotions, overthinking everything, shutting down, or feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite break, therapy can be a space to finally make sense of it.