Every day is a new beginning
I know that may be hard to believe right now, yet, here you are.
Let me tell you a little bit about myself, so you can decide if we'd be a good fit. I have a little over 10 years experience as a nurse practitioner and 20+ years experience working in healthcare, and am dual-certified as a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner. Given my background, I am keenly aware of the interplay between the mind, body, and your personal life experience, and therefore tend to take a more holistic approach to treatment. My goal is to work with you to find a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan that incorporates traditional psychotropic medication, counseling, psychoeducation, and complementary modalities such as nutrition, exercise, meditation, dietary supplements, etc. If indicated, I can also order and interpret lab work.
During your initial visit we will discuss your history and goals for seeking treatment. Typically, you will leave your first visit with a "working" diagnosis and treatment plan, which may include medication, when appropriate. My intent is to approach each and every visit with an open heart and mind and to actively listen so that I can best understand you and your unique needs so you, my friend, can turn over a NEW LEAF.
Andrea Balluch-Dean
MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC