Darshana Patel
she/herPsychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Board certified
First Responders, Grief, Impulse Control Disorders, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Agoraphobia, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues
Accepted insurance
Self pay
Self pay costs
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
About Darshana
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 25 years of experience providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, and behavioral challenges. I value a holistic, collaborative approach that helps clients feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from South College and have extensive experience delivering personalized, evidence-based psychiatric care. My approach integrates medication management, psychotherapy, and patient education to promote clarity, stability, and long-term wellness.
I am committed to helping you achieve emotional balance, strengthen coping skills, and improve your overall quality of life. My inclusive and culturally aware approach ensures that you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Together, we will work toward meaningful progress and lasting well-being.
"I help patients understand their symptoms and develop practical strategies for everyday challenges through a compassionate, clinically informed approach, with a special focus on supporting emotional development, behavioral concerns, and academic functioning in children and adolescents while integrating cognitive behavioral therapy to build resilience and long-term wellness."
Get to know Darshana
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
to improve their quality of life through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care.
What types of clients do you work best with?
all ages
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
treatment options
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
intake and management
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
My value is to help my patients with their mental health journey.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
talk therapy
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 25 years
- Graduating institute
- South College
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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