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My goal is to help you overcome the challenges you are facing in a safe and comfortable environment to help you improve your quality of life. My passion is helping those with substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use disorder, safely detox from the substances and work towards a meaningful and long-lasting recovery. With a decade of experience serving a wide range of patients I am a dual-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

I'm a vibrant Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who shares her light with patients to impact-fully guide them on their journey. I am Board certified in the state of Florida and interested in seeking licensure in other states,

My work in mental health is shaped by both professional training and a life lived across cultures. I am an internationally graduated Medical Doctor (IG-MD), born in Venezuela with strong Greek roots, and I have lived in the United States for over 30 years. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives and help me connect meaningfully with people from all walks of life.

I currently practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner with a focus in psychiatry. In addition to my psychiatric training, my background in hospital medicine has strengthened my ability to understand individuals as a whole—recognizing how mental health, physical health, and daily life continuously influence one another. This allows me to provide care that is thoughtful, balanced, and highly individualized.

Much of my clinical work has been in telehealth, where I offer accessible and attentive care to patients across the lifespan, including children and adolescents (ages 6–18) as well as older adults. I commonly work with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, and ADHD, and I incorporate holistic strategies to support long-term mental wellness.

My clients often tell me they appreciate my warm, collaborative, and judgment-free approach. I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard and understood, so I focus on building a safe space where you can be open about your experiences and goals. My style is practical and evidence-based, blending CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to help you develop skills you can use in everyday life. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or burnout, we’ll work together at a pace that feels supportive and empowering.

Hello! I’m Athina, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I’m passionate about helping people feel more balanced, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey.

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Psychiatric Mental Health from Purdue University. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and centered around you. I believe the best care happens when we work together to understand your unique story and find practical, sustainable ways to support your well-being. Whether that includes medication management, therapy, or lifestyle changes, I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and cared for.

My goal is to help you rediscover hope, build resilience, and move toward a more fulfilling, peaceful life.

With over 24 years of experience in healthcare, I have worked in a variety of settings including case management, hospital care, correctional health, and hospice. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing from Chamberlain University and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Galen College of Nursing. My interest in psychiatric nursing stems from a deep appreciation for human resilience and the power of mental health support in improving lives. I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to diverse and underserved populations. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to empower individuals with the tools and education needed to enhance their well-being and achieve lasting emotional balance.

I’m a Florida-based PMHNP with a strong background in trauma-informed, culturally competent care. I’ve supported diverse clients across acute, outpatient, veteran, and dual-diagnosis settings—delivering psychiatric evaluations, med management, and therapeutic support in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

I believe that the client will take the lead in sharing what brings themt to therapy, that we have open discussions and will work together to empower the client to find ways to manage their struggles or concerns