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Lauren is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She treats a broad range of psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse disorders, insomnia, ADHD, and PTSD. She was born and raised in Hernando County and is married with three children and two dogs. In her spare time, she frequently attends car shows with her husband and his show car. She also enjoys attending her children’s many events, including swimming, band, and cheerleading competitions. She has a strong background in psychiatric and mental health nursing and a deep understanding of the complexities of mental illness. She is committed to providing compassionate and effective care to individuals struggling with mental health issues and disorders to help them achieve their full potential through medication management, supportive therapies, and lifestyle modifications.

Michelle Abraham is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Florida State University. She is dedicated to providing patient-centered mental health services and passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health. Michelle enjoys working with individuals of all ages, including adolescents and children. She is dedicated to lifelong learning in psychiatry and ensuring her patients feel heard and supported. Michelle comes from a South Indian background and values cultural inclusivity in her practice. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, reading, karaoke, trying new foods, volunteering, fashion, movies, kayaking, and spending time with loved ones.

Brittany is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with degrees from Chamberlain University, Rasmussen College, and the University of South Florida. She is dedicated to providing holistic, trauma-informed care in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Brittany specializes in treating mood disorders and body-focused repetitive behaviors, such as trichotillomania, with a particular passion for serving the LGBTQIA+ community.

Brittany believes that “mental health is health” and is committed to creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals. She incorporates a modern approach to art therapy, harnessing the transformative power of creativity to promote healing and resilience.

Outside her practice, Brittany enjoys spending quality time with family, friends, and her beloved pets, including a husky/shepherd mix, five rescue cats, and a leopard gecko. Her personal interests include drawing portraits, writing poetry, reading mysteries, and engaging in immersive games like Warhammer 40k and Dungeons & Dragons.

Brittany understands that seeking help is a courageous first step and is dedicated to guiding her patients toward mental wellness with compassion and expertise.

Lauren is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Advanced Psychiatric Health, driven by a passion for personalized mental health care. She believes every patient’s journey is unique and is committed to listening deeply to understand their experiences, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.

With a background as a registered nurse in oncology and inpatient psychiatry, Lauren brings a wealth of experience to her practice. Her evidence-based approach integrates psychotherapy and medication management, tailored to address challenges such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, and substance use. Lauren empowers her patients through self-care strategies and positive self-talk, aiming to enhance their mental well-being and quality of life.

Outside of her practice, Lauren finds balance by spending time with loved ones, immersing herself in nature, and practicing yoga. Her holistic perspective blends clinical expertise with empathy, guiding patients toward growth and recovery with compassion and care.

Michelle has an extensive background in direct services, child welfare, public health and contract administration. She received her Master’s degree in Human Services/Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She has experience working with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, PTSD, relational issues, complex trauma, ADHD and autism spectrum. Michelle believes that holistic treatment is the key to overall wellness. She utilizes a client centered approach with a blend of CBT, DBT, ACT, solution focused and other evidenced based practices. She works collaboratively with clients, educating and empowering them to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Michelle enjoys spending time at the beach, gardening and doing crafts.

Diane Lindsay is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience. I have provided case management, individual, group, couple’s and family services to youth and adults from as young as (4) years old to older adults. The therapeutic approaches she uses when working with clients include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, to address trauma, depression, and anxiety, to name a few diagnoses.

Her goal is to foster a safe environment for individuals to be open, honest, and transparent, where they feel comfortable to share their experiences. She believes that the client is the expert of their lives and uses her listening and engagement skills to learn more about them and provide tools and strategies to manage some of life’s challenges. She is a “cheerleader” for her clients, as they normally have the answers, but many require a little encouragement and support to make the decisions that can improve their mental health functioning. She recognizes that we are mind, body, and spirit, which all work together to keep us balanced and grounded. Her determination is to help clients recognize how each area connects to the other and making small changes can bring a positive turnaround.

Oussama Halty is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC, APRN) with a background in critical care and psychiatric nursing. He completed his education and training at the University of South Florida and Ohio University.

He provides care with a holistic view, considering the whole person: body, mind, and spirit, ensuring treatment is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual. Oussama treats a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, OCD, ADHD, substance use, and psychotic disorders.

A retired U.S. Army combat veteran and fluent Arabic speaker, Oussama brings resilience, cultural understanding, and a deep commitment to serving diverse communities with respect and compassion.

Dara is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults achieve better mental health through compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and other mental health concerns.

Dara believes that effective treatment begins with listening. She works collaboratively with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their goals, values, and lifestyle. Her approach is warm, practical, and judgment-free, with an emphasis on building trusting, supportive relationships where patients feel heard and empowered.

When she’s not caring for patients, Dara enjoys reading and traveling.