

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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NDRIs: Uses, Side Effects, and Risks
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Panic disorder: How to identify symptoms and find treatment
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Therapist vs. psychiatrist: Understanding the difference
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Is it safe to take Celexa and drink alcohol? The effects of Celexa and alcohol
Medically reviewed by Tamiqua Jackson, PMHNP
Can autism be “cured”? Treatment options for ASD
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
Does autism spectrum disorder (ASD) run in families? Understanding ASD, genetic risk factors, and testing options
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Does Celexa cause weight gain? Consider the positives and negatives of SSRIs
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Understanding Lexapro: How long does Lexapro take to work?
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Borderline personality disorder medications & treatments
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
World Bipolar Day: A time to become educated, spread awareness, and destigmatize bipolar disorder I and II
Medically reviewed by Tamiqua Jackson, PMHNP