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The Off-Label PodcastPsychotherapy Networker Symposium Recap: DBT, Trauma, ACEs & High-Functioning Codependency InsightsHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BCIn this bonus episode, we’re coming to you hot off the heels of the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium in Washington, DC! We’re breaking down our biggest takeaways, favorite moments, and the sessions that left a lasting impact on how we think about therapy, trauma, and real-world mental health work.We dive into powerful presentations from Britt Rathbone, LCSW-C, ACSW, BCD, CGP on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Nadine Burke Harris, MD, MPH, FAAP on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and Bess...
2026-03-2640 min
The Holistic CounselorEp. 99 - TMS Explained - A Clear, Compassionate Conversation with PMHNP Jackie SimonThis episode and these show notes are for educational purposes only. They do not constitute medical, psychiatric, psychological, or legal advice. This content does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always consult your own licensed healthcare professional before making decisions about your mental or physical health. Listening to this episode does not create a therapist–client or patient–provider relationship with Diana or Jackie. Episode Summary If you've ever wondered what TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) actually is—beyond the headlines and clinical jargon—this conversation offers a grounded and accessible explanation for anyone curious about mental h...
2026-03-1155 minThe Off-Label PodcastMental Health Spring Cleaning: Your Brain Is a Junk DrawerHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BCSpring cleaning isn’t just for your house — sometimes your brain needs it too.In this episode of the Off-Label Podcast, we’re talking about mental health spring cleaning and the thoughts we keep holding onto that might need to go. You know the ones: “I should be further along by now,” “Everyone is judging me,” “If I rest I’m being lazy,” and the classic mental junk drawer of overthinking, guilt, and negative self-talk.As a ps...
2026-03-1030 minThe Off-Label PodcastHorrible Therapist? How to Spot Red Flags and Know If Therapy Is WorkingHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BCWe played a game called “Horrible Therapist”… and it sparked a deeper conversation about something a lot of people quietly wonder:How do you know if your therapist is actually good?In this episode of The Off-Label Podcast, we break down:• Red flags in therapy• Green flags in therapy• What good therapy should feel like• How to know if therapy is working• How to tell if your therapist is the right fitTherapy should feel collaborative, s...
2026-03-0346 minThe Off-Label PodcastHow to Cope When the News Feels Overwhelming: Managing Anxiety in Uncertain TimesHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BCIn this episode of The Off-Label Podcast, we talk about how to cope when the news feels overwhelming and the world feels heavy.From constant headlines and social media updates to global crises and political tension, many people are experiencing increased anxiety, stress, and emotional exhaustion. We break down why our brains are wired to react so strongly to negative news — and what you can actually do about it.We cover: How doomscrolling can get the best...
2026-02-2430 minThe Off-Label PodcastAsk the Amandas: Mental Health Q&A on Therapy, ADHD, Trauma & BurnoutHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC with special guest Amber Herpfer, BA, MSWiIn this Ask the Amandas episode, two mental health professionals answer some of the most common questions people have about therapy, mental health, and emotional wellbeing. Licensed clinicians Amanda and Amanda discuss what therapy actually looks like, how to support someone who is resistant to seeking help, and how mental health shows up in everyday life.This mental health Q&A explores the connection between ADHD, CPTSD, and childhood...
2026-02-1648 minThe Off-Label PodcastSlightly Better Still Counts: Burnout, Motivation & Lowering the BarHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BCIn this episode of The Off Label Podcast, licensed mental health professionals explore burnout, motivation, and the all-or-nothing thinking that keeps so many people stuck. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start when I feel more motivated,” this conversation gently challenges that idea.We break down what motivation actually is, why it’s unreliable as a driver of change, and how common cognitive distortions—especially all-or-nothing thinking—quietly sabotage progress. Drawing from CBT concepts and real-life...
2026-02-1437 minThe Off-Label PodcastWe’re Snowed In with Chef BoyarTravis: Embracing a Wintry Mix of EmotionsHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-B with special guest Travis MitchellSnowed in and feeling… a lot? ❄️ In this cozy, slightly chaotic episode, we’re joined by Chef BoyarTravis to talk about the emotional wintry mix that shows up when life slows down. From restlessness and low mood to comfort, connection, and unexpected moments of warmth, we explore what it’s like to be stuck—and why there’s no “right” way to feel about it. No toxic positivity, no pressure to make the most of it—just real talk about meeting yourse...
2026-02-0644 minThe Off-Label PodcastWe’re Snowed In with Chef BoyarTravis: Embracing a Wintry Mix of EmotionsHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-B with special guest Travis MitchellSnowed in and feeling… a lot? ❄️ In this cozy, slightly chaotic episode, we’re joined by Chef BoyarTravis to talk about the emotional wintry mix that shows up when life slows down. From restlessness and low mood to comfort, connection, and unexpected moments of warmth, we explore what it’s like to be stuck—and why there’s no “right” way to feel about it. No toxic positivity, no pressure to make the most of it—just real talk about meeting yourse...
2026-02-0544 minThe Off-Label PodcastWe’re Giving Zen, Not Zombie: What a Mental Health Prescriber Wants You to Know About Psych MedsHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC Starting psychiatric medication can bring up a lot of questions, hope, and uncertainty. In this episode, we talk through what medication is designed to help with, how prescribers think about treatment, and how medication fits into the bigger picture of mental health care.We explore common fears around psych meds — including worries about feeling numb or “not like yourself” — and clarify what the actual goal of medication usually is: reducing intensity, creating stability, and helping you feel bet...
2026-01-2336 min
Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry Podcast NetworkFrom Bedside to Brain: A Nurse’s Transition into Psychiatry with Dr. Emily Cabrera, PMHNP-BCJoin us as we discuss Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP-BC and Integrative Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner’s transitional journey from being a critical care nurse to becoming the Co-Founder of Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry. In this episode, we explore the shift from traditional psychiatry to an integrative approach to mental health. Dr. Emily discusses strategies for building resilience and balance and ways to take a holistic approach to mental health and wellness.Connect with Dr. Emily: Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP-BC Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com (508) 233-8354...
2026-01-1556 minThe Off-Label PodcastWe Don't Have to Go There: A Gentle Start for the Therapy CuriousHosted by Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSW and Amanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC Feeling nervous about therapy doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. If you’re therapy curious but worried you’ll have to talk about everything all at once, this episode is for you.In this episode, we talk directly to the therapy curious — especially people who feel hesitant, anxious, or unsure about what therapy actually involves.We explore why anxiety before therapy is a normal nervous system response, not a red flag, and why starting therapy does not mean immediat...
2026-01-1541 minThe Off-Label PodcastSee Where it Flows, See Where it Goes: The First EpisodeHosts: Amanda Smith, MA, MSW, LCSWAmanda Mitchell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC The Off-Label Podcast is a mental health podcast about therapy, psychiatry, and what it really means to take care of your mental health in real life.Too often, conversations about mental health happen in silos. You hear therapy advice in one place, medication information somewhere else, and real life struggles somewhere entirely different. But healing does not happen in silos, and neither do we.Hosted by a licensed therapist...
2026-01-1041 min
Podcast Archives | Psychedelics TodayEvelyn Eddy Shoop MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC: Lived Experience, Qualitative Data, and the Future of Psychedelic CareOverview Evelyn Eddy Shoop PMHNP-BC joins Psychedelics Today to share her journey from Division I athlete to psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and psilocybin research participant. In this conversation, she explains how sports injuries, OCD, and intensive treatment led her into psychiatry and eventually into a psilocybin clinical trial at Yale. Her story weaves together […]
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2025-11-2100 min
Podcast Archives | Psychedelics TodayEvelyn Eddy Shoop MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC: Lived Experience, Qualitative Data, and the Future of Psychedelic CareOverview Evelyn Eddy Shoop PMHNP-BC joins Psychedelics Today to share her journey from Division I athlete to psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and psilocybin research participant. In this conversation, she explains how sports injuries, OCD, and intensive treatment led her into psychiatry and eventually into a psilocybin clinical trial at Yale. Her story weaves together […]
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2025-11-2100 min
Psychedelics TodayPT 639 - Evelyn Eddy Shoop PMHNP-BC: Lived Experience, Qualitative Data, and the Future of Psychedelic Care Overview Evelyn Eddy Shoop PMHNP-BC joins Psychedelics Today to share her journey from Division I athlete to psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and psilocybin research participant. In this conversation, she explains how sports injuries, OCD, and intensive treatment led her into psychiatry and eventually into a psilocybin clinical trial at Yale. Her story weaves together lived experience, clinical training, and a call for more humane systems of care and better qualitative data in psychedelic science. Early Themes: Injury, OCD, and Choosing Psychiatry Early in the episode, Evelyn...
2025-11-211h 06
the PMHNP Podcastthe PMHNP Podcast: ADHD - Criteria, Scientific Foundations, and TreatmentsFor help preparing for your PMHNP (ANCC or AANP) certification exam, go to www.PMHNPtesting.com
The PMHNP Podcast’s ADHD series, crafted for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) students preparing for the PMHNP-BC certification exam, provides a comprehensive exploration of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental disorder impacting children, adolescents, and adults. This series equips students with evidence-based knowledge and clinical skills to excel in diagnosing, treating, and managing ADHD, ensuring readiness for both the certification exam and patient-centered practice. The series begins with the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, detailing the requirements for ADHD: persistent ina...
2025-11-131h 25
Anxiety and the ArtistPsych Meds 101: A Conversation with Brad Lieberman, PMHNPIn this episode, Allison Sheff sits down with psychiatric nurse practitioner Brad Lieberman to demystify psychiatric medications — what they are, how they work, and when (or when not) to use them. Together, they explore the full toolbox of mental health treatments available today, from traditional talk therapy and antidepressants to cutting-edge modalities like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and psychedelic-assisted therapy.Brad shares a grounded perspective on how medication fits into the broader process of healing, emphasizing that while meds can help open the door, real progress requires personal work and self-understanding.Topics:The role of a...
2025-10-1527 min
Mindful Moments with Pedro MoranteFrom Vision to Practice: Alysha Woods, PMHNP Building a Private Practice — A Real-Talk Journey into Launching and Leading Your Own Mental Health ClinicTurning a dream into a thriving mental health practice takes more than passion — it takes grit, growth, and a whole lot of heart. 💛
In this episode of Mindful Moments, Alysha Woods, PMHNP, pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to build a private practice from the ground up. From the fears and failures to the breakthroughs and wins, she shares the unfiltered journey of launching and leading her own mental health clinic.
If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own practice, or just want to be inspired by the power of resilienc...
2025-09-2135 min
Mindful Moments with Pedro MoranteEpisode 7: From Bootcamp to Boardroom — PMHNP Clinical Mastery with Lindsay Hill“What if mastering clinical practice meant thinking less like a textbook… and more like a trailblazer?”
🎙️ Episode 7: From Bootcamp to Boardroom — PMHNP Clinical Mastery with Lindsay Hill
This week, Pedro Morante sits down with the brilliant Dr. Lindsay Hill, PMHNP, DNP, (@PsychNPCEO) for a refreshing and real conversation about what it truly takes to thrive as a PMHNP — beyond the textbooks and training camps.
Together, they unpack common misconceptions about bootcamps and explore how we can move from rigid, one-size-fits-all teaching to a more dynamic, real-world approach rooted in clinical evidence and creativity.
Dr. Linds...
2025-09-1449 minthe PMHNP Podcastthe PMHNP Podcast: Legislation, scope, and FULL PRACTICE AUTHORITY!Presented by Clarity Education Systems and PMHNPtesting.com
the PMHNP Podcast Episode: Legislation and Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing and Dr. Rossi's Soapbox
Welcome to the PMHNP Podcast, your educational resource for nurse practitioners (NPs) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). In this episode, we provide a comprehensive overview of legislation, scope of practice, education, certification, credentialing, and licensing for NPs, with a focus on psychiatric mental health nursing. This content is designed for students, practicing NPs, and those preparing for certification exams.
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2025-09-1354 minthe PMHNP Podcastthe PMHNP Podcast LIVE 03Sep2025 - PMHNP Practice Questions (audio version)Welcome to the PMHNP Podcast! This is the audio version of our weekly live sessions from www.PMHNPtesting.com, where PMHNP students come together to practice questions and dive into discussions about the content studied each week. Join us to sharpen your skills, review key concepts, and prepare for success in your PMHNP journey!
Question reviewed:
1. A PMHNP is treating a 30-year-old undocumented immigrant with a confirmed diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), scoring 32 on the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS-5), who expresses significant fear of seeking mental health services due to co...
2025-09-1128 min
The Pulse of CRHCBenn Rayment, ARNP, PMHNP-BC talks about Men's HealthMen's Health Awareness Month Wrap-Up with Benn Rayment, ARNP, PMHNP-BCJoin hosts Chuck Nordyke, Dr. Bryon Schaeffer, and Mike Butt for a meaningful and thought-provoking conversation as we close out Men’s Health Awareness Month. In this special episode, we’re joined by Benn Rayment, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, Together, they dive into the vital topic of men’s mental health—breaking down stigmas, highlighting the importance of emotional wellness, and offering practical tools to support yourself and others. Whether you're seeking to improve your own mental health or support a loved one, this episode delivers impactful insights and real-world guidance...
2025-06-3043 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (18Jun2025) PMHNP Certification Review QuestionsTo see the video with slides: https://youtu.be/_CjlOT3Bm1c
📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the...
2025-06-1948 min
Safe Place For Brown GirlsDr. Kathleen Estimé DNP, PMHNP-BC | What is this podcast all about?Hi, welcome to the introductory episode of A Safe Place for Brown Girls Podcast. My name is Dr. Kathleen Estimé, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This is a short little episode where I will give you details about myself and what you can gain from listening to this podcast.Meet Me: Dr. Katheen Estimé, DNP, PMHNP-BCIt’s only right for me to introduce myself to you and explain why I wanted to start this podcast. For years, I have dealt with mental health issues, and because of this, I strive to help...
2025-06-0404 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (28May2025) PMHNP Certification Review QuestionsYouTube video with slides is also available for this session: https://youtu.be/88pcm2ODSko
📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning...
2025-05-3137 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (30Apr2025) PMHNP Certification Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-05-0248 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (23Apr2025) PMHNP Family Therapy Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-04-2541 min
The Hope TablePower, Potential, and the Journey to Mental Wellness: A Conversation with Dustin Dean & Mick MyersWhat if the mental health system focused on thriving instead of just surviving? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Erin welcomes Dustin Dean, PMHNP-BC, and Mick Myers, PMHNP-BC, co-founders of Mind Health Concierge. With decades of experience spanning elite medical care, fitness innovation, and psychiatric practice, Dustin and Mick share how their personal journeys—and frustrations with the limitations of traditional care—led them to reimagine what mental wellness can be.They discuss the roots of resilience, the cost of ignoring inner pain, and how high-achieving individuals often mask deep struggles. Learn how thei...
2025-04-1959 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (16Apr2025) PMHNP Sleep and Lab Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-04-1951 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (26Mar2025) PMHNP Epidemiology Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-03-3027 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (19Mar2025) PMHNP Motovational Interviewing and Research Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-03-2023 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (12Mar2025) PMHNP Screener Review Questionsvideo format at: https://youtu.be/au2nGR8l4mw
📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesda...
2025-03-1331 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (05Mar2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-03-0732 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (26Feb2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-03-0129 minthe PMHNP PodcastPMHNP Podcast: Navigating Black Box Warnings in Psychiatric MedicationsPMHNP Podcast: Navigating Black Box Warnings in Psychiatric Medications 🎙 Episode Title: Black Box Warnings: What Every PMHNP Must Know 🔎 Episode Overview: In this essential episode of the PMHNP Podcast, we dive deep into Black Box Warnings—the most serious safety alerts issued by the FDA. As psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), we routinely prescribe medications that come with life-threatening risks if not carefully monitored. But what do these warnings really mean in clinical practice? Join us as we break down the key Black Box Warnings for antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, stimulants, and benzodiazepines. We’ll discuss the science behind the...
2025-03-011h 32the PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (19Feb2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-02-2026 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (12Feb2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-02-1331 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (22Jan2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-02-0622 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (29Jan2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week. 🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment. 💻 Full access to the Wednesday evening live sessions is exclusively available to enrolled students. 🎓 Ready to take the next step...
2025-01-3024 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (22Jan2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems
This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at
Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week.
🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment.
💻 Full access to the Wednesd...
2025-01-2321 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (15Jan2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems
This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at https://youtu.be/0cA117Ithm8
Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week.
🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment.
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2025-01-1621 minthe PMHNP PodcastLIVE with Dr. Rossi (08Jan2025) PMHNP Review Questions📚 PMHNP Exam Prep | Weekly Live Review Sample with Dr. Rossi | Clarity Education Systems
This podcast is taken from a video production that can be found at
Welcome to a sneak peek of our weekly live PMHNP review sessions with Dr. John Rossi! This video features sample practice questions and an open forum where students discuss key exam topics and concepts they’re studying throughout the week.
🧠 Sharpen your test-taking skills, deepen your understanding, and get real-time feedback in a supportive learning environment.
💻 Full access to the Wednesd...
2025-01-1420 min
Nurse Converse, presented by Nurse.orgOnly 6.5% of Nurse Practitioners Specialize in Mental Health: Why Consider a PMHNP Career (With Dr. Gabrielle P. Abelard)In this episode of Nurse Converse, Dr. Gabrielle P. Abelard, DNP, PMHNP, PMHCNS-BC, FNAP, FAAN discusses the importance of advanced practice psychiatric nursing, sharing her personal journey of 23 years in nursing and emphasizes the critical need for more practitioners in this field. She highlights the role of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs), the educational requirements, and the significant demand for mental health services in the U.S.>>Only 6.5% of Nurse Practitioners Specialize in Mental Health: Why Consider a PMHNP CareerJump Ahead to Listen:[05:58] Role of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners.[09:41] Psychiatric...
2025-01-0717 min
PMHNP Certification Q & ADifficult PMHNP interviewA new patient is being evaluated at the request of her primary care provider. While conducting the interview the PMHNP has a very difficult time getting direct answers to questions. The patient will try to answer but often drifts off topic, talking about things that appear related, but she never actually answers the question. The PMHNP documents which abnormality of thought process? A. Circumstantiality B. Tangentiality C. Perseveration D. Flight of ideas ---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjym13JPesM&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq5HGfNV-GbOlYHtDwd35OeG&index=37
2024-10-0207 min
The Weigh-In PodcastEpisode 14: Find Your Resilience with Vanessa Gelin, PMHNPSummary
In this episode, our guest is Vanessa Gelin, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner! She treats across the life span from children, adolescents and adults with conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and schizophrenia. She shares her journey into mental health and the importance of resilience in weight loss. She discusses the mind-body connection, emotional eating, and the role of mindfulness in managing stress and achieving wellness goals.
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2024-10-011h 15the PMHNP PodcastPMHNP Podcast: AntipsychoticsThis episode has an accompanying interactive lesson that is available at https://360.articulate.com/review/content/c12f3fe7-4f4d-46fe-85be-0dad97a66314/review
Welcome to The PMHNP Podcast - dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of psychopharmacology and the evolution of psychiatric treatments. This series dives deep into the history, development, and clinical applications of antipsychotic medications, offering listeners an educational and engaging experience.
Join us as we uncover:
The Harsh Realities of Early Treatments: A look at the pre-antipsychotic era, where treatments like institutionalization, el...
2024-08-0734 minthe PMHNP PodcastPMHNP Podcast: Comprehensive Guide to Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)Welcome to the PMHNP Podcast, where we delve into critical topics in mental health and substance use disorders. In this episode, we provide a comprehensive guide to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Join us as we explore the following key areas: Introduction to Medications Prescribed in the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD): Understanding the role of MAT in enhancing recovery outcomes for individuals with OUD. Understanding the Dopamine-Abuse Connection: Examining how dopamine secretion in the brain's reward system influences addiction and the cycle of substance abuse. Disparate Treatment of Substance Use Disorders (SUDs): Highlighting the...
2024-06-1545 minthe PMHNP PodcastLaboratory Studies for the PMHNP (www.PMHNPtesting.com)In this episode of the PMHNP Podcast, we delve into the practical application of laboratory studies in psychiatric care. We aim to show you how these tests are not just ancillary tools but foundational elements that significantly enhance patient treatment outcomes. Here's what we cover: - Ensuring Accurate Diagnoses: Discover how baseline laboratory assessments are key in identifying underlying medical conditions that mimic or exacerbate psychiatric symptoms, ensuring accurate psychiatric diagnoses.
- Tailoring Treatment Plans: Learn about the importance of baseline assessments for safe medication administration, dosage optimization, and how they help in customizing treatment p...
2024-04-1050 minthe PMHNP PodcastMotivational Interviewing for the PMHNP!Welcome back to the PMHNP Podcast, the go-to source for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners and mental health professionals aiming to expand their knowledge and skills in effective client engagement and behavioral change strategies while preparing for the ANCC and AANP PMHNP certification exams!
This episode will cover Motivational Interviewing (MI) and The Transtheoretical Model of Change. All this and more is available in our on-demand and in-person PMHNP reviews at www.PMHNPtesting.com.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a counseling approach developed to facilitate and engage intrinsic motivation within the client to change behavior. MI...
2024-03-2954 minthe PMHNP PodcastUnderstanding Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) for the PMHNPJoin us in this enlightening podcast episode as we delve deep into the world of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), tailored explicitly for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs). SSRIs are a cornerstone in the treatment of various mental health disorders, and understanding their intricacies is paramount for providing effective patient care. In this episode, we explore the following key topics:
Citalopram (Celexa)
Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Vilazodone (Viibryd)
Classification Details: We break down the classification o...
2024-02-171h 20the PMHNP PodcastUnveiling the New AANP Certification Board (AANPCB) PMHNP certification exam: What You Need to KnowIn this enlightening episode of our nursing-focused podcast, we delve into the newly introduced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification exam by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB). Aspiring PMHNPs and healthcare professionals, get ready to gain a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal exam that is set to shape the future of psychiatric nursing.
We start by discussing the key details of the exam, including its launch timeline - with applications opening in January 2024 and testing appointments commencing in spring 2024. Our discussion then navigates through the structure and format of the e...
2024-01-1550 min
PeerView Neuroscience & Psychiatry CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0857 min
PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Video PodcastJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0857 min
PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE VideoJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0857 minthe PMHNP PodcastCulturally Attuned Caregiving: A PMHNP PerspectiveJoin us on "Culturally Attuned Caregiving," where we delve deep into the realm of culturally competent care through the insightful lens of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). We journey into the heart of patient-centered care, underscored by an unwavering respect for the diverse cultural tapestry that each patient presents. Our podcast is designed for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in the mental health field, aiming to enlighten, educate, and inspire practitioners to cultivate a more inclusive and empathetic approach to care. Our host, an experienced PMHNP, brings firsthand accounts from the front lines of mental health...
2023-11-061h 35
PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0157 min
PeerView Neuroscience & Psychiatry CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0157 min
PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio PodcastJosh Hamilton, DNP, RN/PMH-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, CLNC, FAANP / Rhone D'Errico, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE - Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareThis content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/CE/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/EUC865. NCPD/CE/AAPA credit will be available until November 11, 2024.Realizing the Potential of Rapid-Acting Treatments for Depression: Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered CareOptimal management of depression begins with adequate screening and early introduction of appropriate therapy. However...
2023-11-0157 min
Nursing Strategies for Success PodcastFrom little to no support while entering into practice as a PMHNP to BECOMING the support others NEED: Nurses Helping Other Nurses Thrive!In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirby P. Williams, MSN, PMHNP-BC who is a nurse practitioner who obtained psychiatric training and education from University of Virginia. She worked as a mental health nurse practitioner since 2012 and enjoys mentoring and supporting future psychiatric nurse practitioners. Since 2014, she has worked in nursing academia in undergraduate and graduate level courses. Her experience and training has led her to multiple speaking engagements in the past 5 years, on topics that include implicit bias training, self-care, racial bias in healthcare, de-prescribing, active teaching strategies, and nursing practice.As the...
2023-10-0624 min
Holley Fueled Nutrition PodcastA Conversation About Body Image with Rachel Egan, RN, PMHNP-BCIn this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Rachel Egan RN, PMHNP-BC about body image, why it's significant, and how it can impact your health and performance as an endurance athlete. Rachel D. Egan, RN, PMHNP-BC, (she/her) is a nurse practitioner trained to treat mental health disorders in clients of all ages. Rachel specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, ADHD, and PTSD and works with clients with numerous other diagnoses including anxiety and depression. Currently, Rachel primarily offers medication management and is co-leading an upcoming group this fall for athletes working through disordered eating and...
2023-07-281h 02
The Relational Psych PodcastWhat is psychopharmacology and how can it help with therapy? With Matias Massaro, PMHNPTyson sits down with Matias Massaro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP. They discuss psychiatric medications, how to get them, how they help alongside psychotherapy, and reasons that people may be resistant to medications. Further Learning: Mati’s Website: http://cogniahealth.com/Guest Info: Matias Massaro, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP© Relational Psych 2023W: www.relationalpsych.groupE: hello@relationalpsych.groupP: (206) 589-1018
2023-05-0959 min
Nursing UnchartedPsychiatric Nursing: Unlocking the Locked Unit - Sarah Richards, MSN, PMHNP-BCOn this episode, we peek behind the curtain of the locked unit. Joining us to discuss psychiatric nursing was special guest, Sarah Richards, MSN, PMHNP-BC, who has worked as both an inpatient and outpatient psych nurse during her career. Calling on her unique experiences, Sarah sheds light on typical psych nursing patient populations, understanding psych ward codes, the effects of COVID on the psychiatric health community, and more. We Discuss(0:00) An introduction to Sarah and her nursing background (4:44) The typical patient population for inpatient and outpatient psych nursing(10:29) How to address psychiatric patients (18:20) Understanding psych ward code...
2021-08-171h 00
Mentally STRONG Academy: Embrace the JourneyHow We Can Standardize Mental Health Care! Special Guest Carmen Kosicek PMHNPToday I interview special guest Carmen Kosicek PMHNP! We discuss how mental health care is not currently standardized and there is a great need for this! New medications are fiscally attainable and the DSM is a cluster of symptoms instead of using symptoms and receptors. The use of psychopharmacology and CBT is the answer to standardized mental health care! Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed.D, PMHNP-BC --- A Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Doctor of Healthcare Education has experienced unimaginable trials that have caused many feelings such as depression, anxiety, anger, & overwhelming stress. However, sh...
2021-04-2704 min
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsEducation: Asian Hate CrimesThe recent report by the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at the California State University in San Bernardino Asian hate crimes have increased by 150% during the Covid 19 pandemic. According to AAPI or the Asian American Pacific Islander national report, 3,795 incidents of hate crimes with verbal harassment, physical assault, civil rights violations, This number is only a fraction of what Asians are experiencing, Many hate crimes are under-reported. In this episode, you can learn what you can do to Stop Asian Hate. Use the Bystander Intervention of the 5 Ds. Distract, Delegate, Document, Delay and Direct. Thank you.
2021-04-0418 min
PsychNP CastEpisode 2104: ASD in Youth - Erin Harrell, PMHNPAutism Spectrum Disorder with Erin Harrell Show NotesGuest: Erin Harrell, PMHNP https://www.infocuspsych.com/ (https://www.infocuspsych.com/)
Southhaven, MS 38672
frontoffice@infocuspsych.com
Autism screening testsThe Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers M-CHART
https://www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child (https://www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child)
Autism Behavior Checklist
https://wbma.cc/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/ABC_checklist.pdf (https://wbma.cc/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/ABC_checklist.pdf)
Autism Spectrum Quotient
https://psychology-tools.com/test/autism-spectrum-quotient (https://psychology-tools.com/test/autism-spectrum-quotient) (online)
https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/autism-test (https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/autism-test) (print)
Childhood autism spectrum test (CAST)
https://psychology-tools.com/test/cast (https://psychology-tools...
2021-03-2856 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsImpact - Nurse Practitioners Turned Entrepreneur, Dr. Patrice LittleNurse Practitioners are making impact in their communities by utilizing innovation in healthcare and business. NP’s are finding their niche in the communities they live in. Professional satisfaction and a growth mindset has a lot to do with those who are driven to start their own business. Dr. Patrice Little, FNP and CEO of NP Student and “cultivates student’s thinking.” She also uses an online platform, NP Student University and connects NP students to resources for developing their leadership skills, advanced assessment and diagnosis and empowering NP students in cultural competencies.
2021-03-2537 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsIntimate Conversation: Abbigail Abraham, LCSWOn this podcast, Abbigail Abraham will share with us her expertise on how she approaches a patient who is in crisis in the emergency department. She brings to light the connection of the mind, body and spirit. She has seen that you can patch up the medical issue but as a mental health advocate, she has to dig deep to the issues that caused the crisis. She shares with us her techniques on Motivational Interviewing. She educates us the importance of assisting her patients on how they can find their own strengths, assess their readiness for change, and use their...
2021-03-031h 07Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsNeurobiology of TraumaAccording the the APA, trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event like a natural disaster, death of a loved one, mass shootings, accidents, sexual assault or from combat. The brain goes through changes due to exposure to trauma. It is important that you know about the Adverse Childhood Experiences study and its consequences. You as the Nurse Practitioner Need to tap into your patients strengths and skills to increase their positive outcomes.
2021-03-0317 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsCompassion FatigueNurses, Nurse Practitioners and those who work in healthcare may be at risk to compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue are the physical, emotional and spiritual distress that you may feel from one exposure from a traumatic case or a cumulative effect from several cases. It is important to learn how to say no, have boundaries and self care routine to combat compassion fatigue.
2021-02-2010 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsOpioid EpidemicAccording to the CDC, 128 people die everyday from an opioid overdose. Currently, there are 1.6 million people who have Opioid Use Disorder. Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that relieve pain. Opioids are highly addicting medications that can lead to physical dependence within 4-6 weeks. The Opioid Epidemic affects not only the patient but families and children as well. You as the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner have to education your patient on medication assisted treatment, behavioral therapy, family therapy and provide them with resources within the community
2021-02-2019 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsCultural PsychiatryCultural Psychiatry is a thorough understanding of the patient population that we treat. We treat patients from a culturally diverse populations from refugees, migrant workers, LGBTQ, immigrants and indigenous people. It emphasizes that we as Clinicians, are aware of where are patients are coming from when it comes to mental health. We need to have a better understanding of Culture-Bound Syndromes and look at the patients symptoms from their perspective. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, we need to be aware of the inequities that they face. We need to have the understanding that of what health care disparities are. We...
2021-02-1117 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsIntimate Conversations: Arielle Banks, DNP, MSN, FNP-CThis episode is a heartfelt deep conversations from the perspective of Dr. Arielle Banks, an African-American Family Nurse Practitioner as she shares her experiences as a provider. She treats her patients medically but also looks at the patient holistically. Through her experiences and education, she is aware of the mental health toll that affects many and especially Black and Latino population. She addresses the healthcare disparities that has been going on for years but is now concretely seen during this Covid-19 pandemic. Research shows that people of color have higher rates of morbidity and mortality. She reinforces the importance of...
2021-01-301h 02Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsIntimate conversation with Brennan Warren, BSN, CRRT, Medical ICU nurse during Covid-19 pandemicMs. Brennan Warren, BSN, CRRT shares the rollercoaster of emotions that many nurses and those who work in healthcare go through during this Covid-19 pandemic. She is saddened about the heartbreaking loneliness that her patients go through during their hospitalization. She says the key is the importance of working together with the Rapid Response Team during Code Blue which is extremely important during the “organized chaos” to help a patient. She talks about her resiliency by using her spirituality during challenging shifts. She decompresses by being mindful of the quality time with her family! She is very grateful for the hugs...
2021-01-2954 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsDialogue: Army Veteran, Samuel WalleyAs a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will care for veterans due to the invisible wounds of war. We have a special guest, Mr. Samuel Walley, an Army Veteran who shares his experiences during Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Mr. Walley, an infantry soldier of the 82nd Airborne division who at the age of 19 years old was deployed in Zhari district near Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. He recounts numerous intimate stories of bravery, courage, valor and fear and what its like to be in combat. Being a foot soldier on patrol, he vividly remembers moments during firefights as they go “out the wi...
2021-01-241h 37Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsRacial Disparities in HealthcareRacial disparities in mental and medical care are understood within the context of racial inequities in societal institutions. Systematic discrimination is is often supported by institutional policies and unconscious bias based on negative stereotypes. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, we need to address disparities in the quality of care disadvantaged minority backgrounds. We need to eliminate racial inequities in mental health and medical care for marginalized communities. Self-awareness of our implicit bias and knowledge of structural racism leads to negative outcomes for those who are in marginalized communities.
2021-01-1816 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsAvoidant Personality DisorderAvoidant personality disorder or AVPD have chronic feelings of inadequacy, have feelings of extreme social inhibition, and sensitivity to negative criticism and rejection. It is more than being shy or socially awkward. Avoidant personality disorder causes significant problems that affect the ability to interact with others and maintain relationships in day-to-day life. About 1.5 to 2.5 % of the general population has avoidant personality disorder.
2021-01-1702 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsHistrionic Personality DisorderHistrionic personality disorder is one of a group of conditions called "Cluster B" or "dramatic" personality disorders. They have an intense, unstable emotions and distorted self-images and have an intense need for the approval of others. They have an overwhelming desire to be noticed, and often behave dramatically and may be sexually inappropriate to get attention. The word histrionic means "dramatic or theatrical."This disorder is more common in women than in men and usually is evident by adolescence or early adulthood.
2021-01-1702 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsAntisocial Personality DisorderAntisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is dysfunctional rigid thought processes, a pattern of socially irresponsible, delinquent, exploitative, guiltless & criminal behavior that begins in childhood or early adolescence and into adulthood. It is manifested by disturbances in many areas of life from family, school, work, military service that is usually a lifelong disorder.
2021-01-1719 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsProchaska: Transtheoretical Model of ChangeTranstheoretical Model of Change is a biopsychosocial model of change for intentional behavior change. It is integrative and can be applied to a variety of behaviors, settings and populations.
2021-01-1415 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsDependent Personality DisorderLess than 1% of the general population have Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD). Those with DPD are not able to make decisions, are clingy and very needy. They are pessimistic and has lack self-confidence. They have intense fear of abandonment. They avoid disagreements and will tolerate abuse for fear of the relationship ending. Those with DPD are at higher risk for depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance abuse.
2021-01-1213 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsInterview: Postpartum Depression with Theresa Thomas, LPCIntimate interview about Postpartum Depression with Army Veteran Theresa Thomas, now a Licensed Professional Counselor. She discussed her suicidal thoughts, bad thoughts to her baby, her symptoms, her fears, her multiple stressors that exacerbated her symptoms. She talked about the importance of her support system from her family, husband, church, spirituality and prayer. Her Christian counselor assisted her with her coping skills and also reinforced to her the importance with medication management during the acute phase in her Postpartum depression. She talked about her strengths and resiliency and her gratitude regarding the diagnosis that helped her find her purpose in...
2021-01-0536 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsInterview: PTSD from Army Veteran, Dan Solla, JDDan Solla, is a veteran of the United States Army Infantry served as rifleman in the 1st Armored Divisions 1/36 Infantry Battalion from Ray Barracks Friedberg, Germany. He served as a rifleman in Iraq for 15 months during the Iraqi Invasion in 2003-2004 where he was actively engaged in ground combat. He was awarded the Combat Infantryman’s Badge. He has struggled with with PTSD symptoms, addiction, and how he self-medicated his symptoms, his overdose and needing help for long-term treatment. He talks about his experiences, triggers, symptoms and “even being afraid of my own shadow” from being a young man signing up aft...
2021-01-0352 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsNarcissistic Personality DisorderNarcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) affects more males at 7.7% and females at 4.8%. There is a high rate of mood disorders, substance use disorder with those who have NPD. The patient will have an inflated and grandiose self-importance. They need to be the center of attention all the time and thrive with admiration. Those with NPD have unfulfilling and failed relationships, sense of entitlement and have fantasies about being powerful, successful and brilliant even with many failed businesses. Those with NPD are very arrogant, pretentious and conceited. They do not have empathy for others and will lash out at others because they...
2021-01-0212 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsAutism Spectrum DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorder or ASD affects one in 54 children. ASD is more common in boys than girls. In the past ASD were classified as autistic disorder, Asperger Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Combination of medication and therapy is important to assist a patient with ASD
2020-12-3114 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsTeen DepressionAccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, 13.3% of teens ages 12 to 17 had a least one major depressive episode. 20% of females and 6.8% of males ages 12-17 suffered a depressive episode which is about 3.2 million American teens.
2020-12-2719 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsSuicidalitySuicide is a major public health concern. According to the CDC, in 2018 suicide is the 10th leading cause of death that had claimed the lives of over 48,000.
2020-12-2319 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsDeliriumDelirium is a common clinical syndrome usually caused by a physical illness or by a general medical condition, drugs, substance intoxication or alcohol withdrawal, and other multiple etiologies. Delirium is a serious disturbance where 30% of older adult patients may experience delirium during a hospitalization. 10-50% of patients post surgery patients may experience delirium as well.
2020-12-1916 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsMilitary Sexual TraumaMilitary Sexual Trauma are experiences of sexual assault that occurs to those who serve. The continuum of harm starts as jokes, demeaning comments, harassment to sexual assault. These experiences may increase the risks of a service member for anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance and alcohol abuse. Many service member may learn to cope from past experience of MST.
2020-12-1120 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsMedical and psychological care for our VeteransCurrently, there are 1.3 million Active Duty service members, 800,000 Ready Reserve Forces, and 17.4 million veterans. You will have the honor as a Nurse Practitioner, to be caring for our Veterans. They have very different experiences from your patients in the civilian population. Thank them for their military service. As a provider, let us encourage them to continue to lead and serve in their communities.
2020-12-0729 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsComplex PTSDComplex PTSD are caused by traumatic events that may start early in childhood from abandonment, neglect, physical, emotional, sexual abuse. The abuse may continue through the teen years and into adulthood. Those with complex trauma may have difficulties with their cognition, emotions, behaviors, interpersonal relationships and may be very somatic. Patients with complex trauma will need intense support from a multidisciplinary team from both the Medicine and Psychiatry.
2020-12-0116 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsWhat is Bipolar Disorder?Bipolar Disorder also know. As manic-depressive disorder has dramatic mood shifts that affects 2.8% of men and women equally. Patients with Bipolar Disorder may also have comorbid disorders such as anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse disorder and ADHD. In the acute states, it is critical that patient safety is assessed when the patient is suicidal, manic and uses substance that may impair judgement. Patients in this state may warrant an acute inpatient hospitalization.
2020-11-3012 min
EKU Online - eCastsEKU-eCast (Episode 117: PMHNP with Dr. Rachael Hovermale)On this week’s eCast episode we sit down with Dr. Rachael Hovermale from the College of Nursing. Coordinator of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program, Dr. Hovermale is also a recipient of the 2020 International Blackboard Catalyst Award for excellence in course design. The PMHNP program is consistently ranked as a Top-50 best graduate Nursing program in the country according to US News and World Report. Listen as she discusses the program’s excellence and how mental health is finally coming to the forefront of discussions involving overall well-being.
2020-11-1130 minPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner PodcastsDepressionDepression is a common mental health disorder that affects 17.3 million adults in the U.S. Anna Sanchez, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C will discuss how to assess , diagnose and treat depression.
2020-10-1714 min
NEI PodcastE75 - Miracle Grow for Your Brain: The Effects of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor on Mood Disorders and Cognition with Michele Novella, PMHNP-BCWhat exactly is brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF? What is the relationship between neuroinflammation, BDNF, and depression? What are ways that we can naturally stimulate increases in BDNF? In this exciting interview, psychiatric nurse practitioner, Michelle Novella answers all these questions and more! Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, is the owner and medical director of Star Psychiatric Healthcare, LLC, in Danbury, CT. She was educated at Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT, and received her Master's Degree in Adult Psychiatric Nursing from Yale University, graduating with high Honors. Additionally, Ms. Novella is an inductee into the Sigma Theta Tau...
2020-07-0141 min
NEI PodcastE65 - Treating Mental Health Using Telepsychiatry with Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC Part IIHow do you manage billing and insurance for telepsychiatry? What are some challenges to treating patients who may not be tech saavy? In part 2 of this episode, we address these questions and more, providing you with the most current information on the practical implications of telepsychiatry in our interview with psychiatric nurse practitioner, Michele Novella. Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, is the owner and medical director of Star Psychiatric Healthcare, LLC, in Danbury, CT. She was educated at Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT, and received her Master's Degree in Adult Psychiatric Nursing from Yale University, graduating with high H...
2020-04-0326 min
NEI PodcastE64 - Treating Mental Health Using Telepsychiatry with Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC Part IIn this episode, we discuss the importance and practical implications of telepsychiatry in the field of mental health, with psychiatric nurse practioner, Michele Novella. Has your practice been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic? In part 1 of this episode, Michele takes you step-by-step through the process of implementing telepsychiatry into your practice. Learn about the "do's" and "don'ts", and important information that you will need to know to better treat your patients during this challenging time! Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, is the owner and medical director of Star Psychiatric Healthcare, LLC, in Danbury, CT. She was educated at F...
2020-04-0131 min