Stacey Brind
I believe mental health care should feel personal, supportive, and judgment-free. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I work with children, adolescents, and adults, creating a space where clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves.
Compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for children, adolescents & adults — Growing toward a healthier you.
I understand that reaching out for mental health care can be difficult, and I want each person to feel that they have a partner in their treatment—not simply someone making decisions for them. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with a focus on understanding the whole person and creating individualized treatment plans that support each client’s goals, strengths, and overall well-being.
First session
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and for me to understand what brings you to treatment. We will discuss your current concerns, mental health history, medical history, medications, symptoms, and goals for care. I will also answer questions and explain treatment options so that we can determine the best path forward together. You do not need to have everything figured out before your first appointment. Come as you are. My goal is for you to leave your first session feeling listened to, understood, and hopeful about the next steps in your mental health journey.
Strengths
I bring a compassionate, approachable, and whole-person perspective to every session. My background in nursing and psychiatric care allows me to consider how mental health, physical health, life experiences, relationships, and daily stressors can all influence well-being. I take time to listen and understand what each client is experiencing rather than making assumptions based solely on a diagnosis. My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental—I want clients to feel heard and involved in their care, while working together to find practical, individualized strategies that fit their needs and goals.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is ready to better understand themselves, feel more balanced, and make meaningful changes in their life. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood concerns, or challenges related to substance use and dual diagnosis. I especially value working with clients who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin and want a compassionate, nonjudgmental provider to help them move forward. Together, we’ll focus on your goals, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies to support lasting mental and emotional wellness.
Origin story
I was drawn to mental health care because I’ve always believed that being truly heard and understood can be a powerful part of healing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with people from many different backgrounds and at some of the most difficult points in their lives. Those experiences showed me how important it is to look beyond a diagnosis and understand the person, their experiences, strengths, and goals.
Ongoing work together
Our ongoing work will be collaborative and centered around your goals. During follow-up visits, we’ll check in on how you’re feeling, what is improving, what may still be challenging, and whether your treatment plan continues to fit your needs. Progress can look different for everyone—it may mean feeling less overwhelmed, managing emotions more effectively, sleeping better, improving relationships, feeling more confident, or simply feeling more like yourself again. We’ll celebrate the progress you make, adjust our approach when needed, and continue working together toward lasting mental and emotional wellness.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
Rather than telling you what to do, I work alongside you to strengthen motivation and support lasting, self-directed change.
Location
Virtual sessions