Christlaen Cady, PMHNP Psychiatry

Christlaen Cady, PMHNP

Psychiatric Provider

License verified Insurance accepted No referral necessary Background check complete Accepting new patients

Biography

Christlaen “Christie” Cady, PMHNP-BC, is a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience providing care across the lifespan. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, substance use concerns, chronic pain, OCD, sleep difficulties, and perinatal mental health. Christie brings a strong foundation as a Family Nurse Practitioner alongside advanced psychiatric training, with experience spanning outpatient care, inpatient medical-psychiatric hospitals, and community-based settings. Her approach is patient-centered and collaborative, integrating shared decision-making to ensure treatment plans reflect each person’s goals, values, and overall well-being.

Christie’s clinical style is warm, attentive, and grounded in trust and open communication. She takes time to truly listen, believing that strong therapeutic relationships are essential to healing, resilience, and living authentically. Passionate about serving diverse communities, Christie values inclusive, whole-person care that honors both mental and physical health. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys walking and hiking with her dogs, reading, thrifting, and spending time with family. She also volunteers at a free clinic in her community, reflecting her deep commitment to accessible, compassionate care and balanced living.

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Insurances accepted

Aetna All Savers Allegiance Benefit Plan Management Allied Benefit Systems Ambetter AmeriHealth Administrators (non-Medicaid plans) Blue Shield of California CareOregon Cigna Community Health Plan of Washington GEHA Healthscopes Magellan Medica Meritain Health Nebraska Total Care New York City Employees Plan Oscar Oxford Health Plans Public Employees Health Plan
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