Doug Crook is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Massachusetts. He has nearly 20 years of experience working in the mental health field in various roles including mental health counselor and registered nurse. He has held clinical and management positions. He has primarily worked on inpatient psychiatric units—with both adults and children. He received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Salem State College and recently his Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Regis College. His doctoral research was focused on providing behavioral health education to nurses caring for pediatric patients with behavioral health needs on non-psychiatric, inpatient units. Doug understands the profound effects that challenges with mental health can have and the importance of addressing these challenges appropriately. He values a collaborative relationship with his clients and working together on a plan of care that is reasonable and effective. Doug aims to create a safe, non-judgmental space to develop this close working relationship with his clients, so that he can support their journey towards achieving personal goals and mental wellness.