Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified
🌺 Accepting New Patients in Hawaii
Specialties: Psychiatry, Medication Management & Trauma-Informed Care
Compassionate Mental Health Rooted in Aloha & Advocacy
Chelsea is a nurse practitioner with dual-board certifications in psychiatric mental health (PMHNP-BC) and acute care (AGACNP-BC). With over 14 years of experience in emergency medicine, including Level I and II Trauma Centers, she possesses a deep familiarity with ketamine as it is commonly utilized in emergency contexts. Chelsea blends her extensive experience with a deep compassion for mental health care. She is a certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy provider, having completed the yearlong Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI) training certification program, enhancing her expertise in psychotherapy, specifically in the realm of psychedelics.
🧠 Clinical Focus
Chelsea's approach to care integrates:
- Supportive therapy and psychoeducation
- Lifestyle-based mental health strategies
- Collaborative psychiatric medication management
- Patient-centered psychiatric care
- Holistic mental health treatment approaches
🌐 Current Services in Hawaii
Chelsea currently provides:
- Psychiatric evaluation and diagnostic assessment
- Medication management
- Integrated psychotherapy support
- Telehealth psychiatry services across Hawaiian islands
- Insurance and private pay options
🏡 Outside of Work
Originally from the mainland, Chelsea has been honored to call Hawaii home for the past three and a half years. Outside of her professional life, she finds solace in nature. Whether surfing, hiking, or spending time with animals, she believes deeply in the profound healing power of reconnecting with the natural world to maintain balance in both body and mind. She also loves soaking up knowledge about Hawaiian and Māori cultures, inspired by their rich traditions and wisdom.
🔗 Related Services
- Telehealth Psychiatry in Hawaii
- ADHD Evaluation & Support
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)
- Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
- Behavioral therapy
- Person-centered therapy