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Misgana (Missy) Teklai, PMHNP-BC(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
New YorkCalifornia
ADHD- Anxiety -Bipolar disorder- Depression- Stress management-Psychological evaluations & testing -

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Professional statement

Missy Teklai is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has over 10 years of nursing experience and completed her post-graduate psychiatric training at the University of the State of New York.

Missy ’s specializations include Anxiety and Depression.


Message to clients

Did you know that nurses have been the most trusted profession for 17 years straight? Lavender is a nurse-founded and nurse led practice, which makes us super unique! Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners are fully independent and can offer the same treatment interventions as our psychiatrist colleagues. Our providers have extensive training in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders and enjoy spending time with clients to help them heal.

Lavender offers a range of modern mental health services from the comfort of home. All our providers offer both prescriptions & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money. Pairing therapy and medication to treat depression and anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 60% improved chance of recovery.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 5 years


The University of the State of New York, Masters of Science Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, 2021

Licensure

New York: 403627 - California: NPF95028459

Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Psychological evaluations & testing - A broad range of tests and assessments that may be used to identify present strengths, provide diagnosis clarity, and inform treatment goals




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in NY, CA)
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance (in-network in NY)
  • CDPHP (in-network in NY)
  • Cigna (in-network in NY, CA)
  • Medicare (in-network in NY, CA)
  • Meritain Health (in-network in NY, CA)
  • Oxford Health Plans (in-network in NY, CA)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in NY, CA)

Out-of-pocket fees

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  • Individual sessions:$150 (20min)

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Payment options
  • Credit Card

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