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Biography
Cheryl Lewis-Battles is a dedicated and empathetic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. She provides comprehensive mental health care, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and personalized treatment plans for individuals facing challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Cheryl is deeply committed to supporting marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals and those affected by systemic injustices. Cheryl takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, ensuring that each person feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey. She partners with her clients to negotiate treatment plans, working collaboratively to meet their unique needs and circumstances. Her practice is built on a foundation of empathy, cultural competence, and evidence-based care. Outside of her clinical work, Cheryl enjoys spending her free time gardening, practicing herbalism, foraging, and engaging in animal husbandry. She also loves traveling and cherishing moments with her family.
Brightside offerings
MedicationTeen Medication
Clinical Focus Areas
ADHDEating DisordersMood DisordersObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Personality DisordersSubstance Use DisordersSuicidality
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