Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Education
MSN (Master's of Science in Nursing) from the University of Pennsylvania; MSc (Master’s of Science) in Global Health and Health Professions Education from King’s College London; BSN from Oregon Health & Science University; BA in Journalism from Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School University
Expertise
Specialties include ADHD, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and life transitions. However, as a prescriber, Kate is a generalist and is happy to consult on any topic related to mental health.
Kate Hanselman is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with adults navigating a wide variety of issues, including trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, family conflict, gender-related issues, grief, sexual orientation issues, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, behavioral issues, women’s issues, and more.
Learn more about Kate and schedule an appointment with her here.
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Dysregulated nervous system: Why it happens and how to regulate
Clinically reviewed by Evan Csir, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
The complete guide to perimenopause mental health—and how to get relief
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Seroquel side effects: What’s normal, what’s not, and how to find relief
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
ART vs EMDR: Which approach is right for you?
Clinically reviewed by Heather Crampton, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Zoloft for anxiety explained: How it helps and what to know
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
What science says about insomnia: Types, causes, and the best treatments
Clinically reviewed by Evan Csir, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
How to set therapy goals (and why they’ll probably change as you grow)
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC & Evan Csir, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
9 truly helpful things to say to someone with a mental illness (and 3 phrases to avoid)
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Do I have anger issues? Signs, causes, and treatment that works
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPCMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Narcissist traits checklist: 12 warning signs to identify a narcissist
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Narcissistic tendencies vs. narcissistic personality disorder (NPD): What’s the difference?
Clinically reviewed by Jami Dumler, LCSWMedically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC