CBT-Informed Psychiatric Care in Nashua, NH
Struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, mood changes, or overwhelming stress? At Mental HealthWorks PLLC, we provide comprehensive psychiatric care in Nashua, NH, combining expert evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-informed strategies when appropriate.
Led by Cara-Jean, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, our practice helps adults understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and overall mental health while receiving personalized psychiatric treatment tailored to their unique needs.
We are currently accepting new patients ages 17 and older, both in person and via telehealth. Insurance is accepted.
Call today: 603-417-4378
What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely researched approaches used in mental health treatment. CBT is based on the understanding that thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are closely connected. Negative thought patterns can contribute to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and stress.
While Mental HealthWorks PLLC is not a traditional psychotherapy practice, CBT principles may be incorporated into psychiatric treatment when clinically appropriate. These strategies can help patients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, develop healthier coping skills, and improve daily functioning alongside medication management and comprehensive psychiatric care.
Comprehensive Psychiatric Care in Nashua, NH
Mental health concerns rarely exist in isolation. Effective treatment often requires a combination of accurate diagnosis, ongoing symptom monitoring, lifestyle considerations, education, medication management, and practical coping strategies.
At Mental HealthWorks PLLC, care is personalized to address the whole person rather than simply treating symptoms. Treatment plans are designed around each patient’s goals, medical history, lifestyle, and mental health needs.
Common conditions treated include:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Social Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance Use Disorders
- Grief and Loss
- Stress-Related Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Sleep Concerns
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms for the first time or looking for a provider to help manage an existing diagnosis, our goal is to provide supportive, evidence-based psychiatric care.
How Treatment Works at Mental HealthWorks PLLC
Your first appointment includes a thorough psychiatric assessment. We take time to understand your symptoms, medical history, mental health history, lifestyle factors, and treatment goals. This evaluation helps create a complete picture of your mental health and allows us to develop the most effective treatment plan for your needs.
Following your evaluation, we develop a collaborative treatment plan tailored to your situation. Depending on your needs, treatment may include: Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis Medication management CBT-informed coping strategies Behavioral interventions Symptom monitoring Lifestyle recommendations Coordination of care when appropriate
Follow-up appointments focus on monitoring progress, adjusting treatment when needed, and helping you develop practical skills to manage symptoms more effectively. When beneficial, CBT-based techniques may be incorporated into visits to help address negative thought patterns, improve coping skills, and support long-term emotional wellness.
Mental health treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Progress is monitored over time, and treatment plans are adjusted as your needs evolve. Our goal is to help you achieve meaningful, lasting improvement and a better quality of life.
CBT-Informed Strategies for
Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns we treat. Many patients experience excessive worry, racing thoughts, physical tension, panic symptoms, or difficulty managing daily stress.
CBT-informed techniques can help patients recognize common thinking patterns that fuel anxiety, such as catastrophizing, all-or-nothing thinking, or excessive self-criticism. Combined with appropriate psychiatric treatment, these strategies can help reduce anxiety symptoms and improve daily functioning.
CBT-Informed Strategies for Depression
Depression often affects the way people think about themselves, their future, and the world around them. Feelings of hopelessness, low motivation, guilt, and self-criticism can become deeply ingrained.
CBT-based approaches can help patients identify these negative thought patterns and develop healthier ways of responding to challenges. When combined with comprehensive psychiatric care, these strategies can play an important role in recovery and long-term symptom management.
Meet Your Provider:
Cara-Jean, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
At Mental HealthWorks PLLC, your care is provided by Cara-Jean, a dual-certified Adult and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in both psychiatry and internal medicine.
Her unique background allows her to evaluate mental health concerns from a comprehensive perspective, considering both emotional and physical health factors that may affect wellbeing.
Cara-Jean believes in treating the whole person, not simply a diagnosis. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual, with a focus on creating realistic, sustainable improvements that support long-term mental wellness.
In-Person and Telehealth Psychiatric Services
Mental HealthWorks PLLC offers both in-person appointments in Nashua and secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth services.
Patients throughout New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine can access care from the comfort of their homes while receiving the same personalized attention and professional guidance.
Insurance Accepted
Mental HealthWorks PLLC accepts:
- Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Cigna / Evernorth
- United Healthcare / UBH
Private-pay and out-of-network patients are also welcome.
Please note that Medicare and Medicaid are not accepted at this time.
If you have questions about coverage, our office is happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide traditional weekly psychotherapy?
Mental HealthWorks PLLC is primarily a psychiatric practice focused on evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management. CBT-informed techniques may be incorporated into treatment when appropriate, but the practice is not structured as a traditional psychotherapy clinic.
Can a psychiatric nurse practitioner provide CBT-based treatment?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners can utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches and behavioral interventions as part of comprehensive psychiatric care. Treatment recommendations are always based on each patient’s individual needs.
Do I have to take medication?
Not necessarily. Treatment recommendations are individualized and discussed collaboratively. Medication may be recommended when clinically appropriate, but decisions are always made together.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes. Secure telehealth services are available for patients throughout New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, substance use disorders, and many other mental health concerns.
How do I get started?
Simply call 603-417-4378 to schedule an initial psychiatric evaluation. We’ll guide you through the next steps and answer any questions you may have.
Take the First Step Toward Better Mental Health
If you’re looking for a psychiatric provider in Nashua, NH who offers comprehensive mental health care, medication management, and evidence-based treatment approaches, Mental HealthWorks PLLC is here to help.
We are currently accepting new patients ages 17 and older for both in-person and telehealth appointments.
11 Northeastern Blvd, Suite 240A, Nashua, NH 03062
Call today: 603-417-4378
