AshleyLyonsPMHNP-BC(She/Her)

Summary

• Ashley Lyons is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric assessment, medication management, and brief psychotherapeutic intervention for adult patients ages 18-65. Ashley prioritizes the client's preferences while using evidence-based practices along with her clinical knowledge to create unique treatment plans. She combines evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, and compassion-focused approaches. By integrating these principles, Ashley fosters a safe and non-judgmental environment where individuals feel empowered and supported in their healing process.
  
  As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she is committed to being an accountability partner on the client's journey to becoming the best version of themselves. Ashley firmly believes that most people are doing the best they can with the knowledge and resources they have at any given moment. Ashley values collaboration and open communication with her patients. She believes in the importance of building strong therapeutic relationships based on trust, respect, and active involvement of patients in their treatment decisions. Her goal is to empower her patients to regain control of their mental health, enhance overall well-being, and lead fulfilling lives.
  
  She views both herself and the medications she prescribes as essential tools in a client's recovery. By equipping clients with the right education, the right medications, and empowerment, they can actively participate in their mental wellness journeys, utilizing these tools to achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being. This approach transforms mental health treatment into an active, participatory process, empowering clients to take charge of their own wellness rather than being passive recipients of care.