to mental healthcare

a mind-body-spirit-community approach

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I’m licensed to diagnose mental illness and prescribe medicine. That’s similar to a Psychiatrist, but I think you’ll find my approach to be quite different from any Psychiatrist you’ve seen before.

I’m so glad you’re here

hello, love.

Accepting help is a vulnerable and courageous thing to do.

 Laura!

Mouse!

Miso!

I am unwaveringly committed to alleviating unnecessary suffering and enhancing your resilience and capacity for joy, even amidst life's inevitable challenges. My approach to care emphasizes collaboration, education and empowerment. I help you build a unique toolkit, with both medication and creative alternative practices, to support you on your journey to greater mental, physical and spiritual well being. 

suffering to strength

my services

TRANSMUTING

FUN

facts

I’ve lived in Greenpoint since 2015 and I love my neighborhood

I’m the proud guardian of Miso & Mouse, two precious chihuahua mix rescues

I’m interested in yoga, astrology, poetry, and playful creative practices like collage

I feel most alive when I’m swimming in the ocean

One of my favorite simple pleasures is slipping into bed early to disappear into a good book

I’m a Leo sun/Virgo moon/Libra rising and a 3/5 Projector in Human Design

I spent seven years working at NYP/Weill-Cornell as a bedside nurse. I worked in inpatient pediatrics, in the recovery room for ambulatory surgery, and as a sexual assault nurse examiner.

During those years in the hospital, I became a skilled educator, translating the “medicalese” of the physicians to a language my patients could understand, helping them navigate the complex medical system, and empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.


before I specialized in psychiatry...

I became highly attuned to the physical and emotional state of my patients, observing their bodies for signs of distress, listening deeply to their thoughts and fears, and intuiting the needs they were unable to name.

I became well acquainted with tragedy, illness and death; I became more appreciative of the exquisite beauty and mystery of life.

as a result...

combined with neuroscience & evidence-based medicine

spirituality + alternative practices

I seek to provide a safe place for you to talk about things that might feel too taboo, scary, or weird to disclose elsewhere. I encourage radical acceptance and I dispel the falsities of laziness, unworthiness and shame.

my unique approach

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to lessen your unnecessary suffering and to increase your capacity to tolerate the inevitable pain of being alive. I will sit quietly with you in the darkness and we will celebrate the light together when it comes.

I consider it a great honor to be able to support you in this work.

With love and gratitude,


Laura

My ultimate goal is...

2010

my professional journey

2012

2016

Bachelor of Science
Human Development & Family Studies
Colorado State University

Bachelor of Science
Nursing
New York University

2017

Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Training
SAFETI

2018

Reiki Level II
Maha Rose

2019

Mindfulness Certificate Course
PESI

2022

Master of Science
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Hunter College

ANCC Board Certification Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

2023

The Sexually Well-Informed Clinician: Principles & Practices of Sex Therapy
AASECT

Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies
The Trauma Research Foundation

get into your head to get out of it

Improving your mental health takes significant 

This dedication begins before our first meeting.

01.

You’ll complete a thorough intake questionnaire, detailing your medical, social & psychiatric history, as well as screenings for current psychiatric symptoms.


I’ll review your responses in advance so that I can come to our first meeting prepared to dive into the most important part–the conversation with you.


We’ll take an hour to talk, completing the psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, and clarifying your goals & priorities along the way.


If I believe my expertise aligns with your needs and you feel comfortable with my approach to care, we’ll agree on a plan for follow-up.


Most of my patients see me once a month for follow-up visits. When we’re still getting to know one another, or if we’re making changes to your medication regimen, we may see each other more often. If you’re feeling well and we’re maintaining your treatment, we may space out the visits to once every three months.

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time, energy & intentionality.

inquire

or is willing to send in new prescriptions without an appointment to talk things through, then I’m not the provider for you. Believe it or not, I actually want to know you!

While some people do require a lifelong relationship with psychiatry due to the nature and severity of their symptoms, my intention for most patients is that you will eventually be able to disengage from psychiatric care. I hope that the skills, resources and community connections you foster in our time together will enable you to enjoy a sense of well being for many years to come.

are we the right fit?

Your treatment plan is an ever-evolving blend of my professional recommendations and your unique interests, values and beliefs. I’m connected with a diverse network of local providers, so if there is an element of your treatment plan that is not within my skill set, I will refer you to one of my trusted colleagues.

So how do we make that happen?

FAQs

If you want a provider who only sees you once or twice a year

I take a mind-body-spirit-community approach to psychiatric care.

Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation

Psychotropic Medication

Mindfulness Techniques

Vitamins & Supplements

Lab Orders & Interpretation

Genetic Testing

Sleep, Nutrition & Exercise Counseling

Brief Supportive Therapy

yoga

Ketamine Treatment

Creative Practices

Community Service

Connection with Nature

Spiritual Inquiry

Psychotherapy

Holotropic Breathwork

Acupuncture

referred treatments:

personally offering:

insurance plans

50 Minute visit: $200
25 minute visit: $100

check insurance coverage

I am in-network with many insurance plans including:
Aetna, Cigna, Empire BCBS, Oscar, Optum, Oxford & UnitedHealthcare.

out-of-pocket costs

With the exception of illness or emergency, if you fail to provide at least 24-hours notice of cancellation, you will be charged the out-of-pocket cost of the visit to compensate for the time I set aside for you.

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In case of emergency the 988 Lifeline provides free, confidential chat support with a crisis counselor 24/7.
If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or anyone else, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. 

Temple Psychiatry is located at Held Space

252 Java Street, #347

Brooklyn, NY 11222
laura@templepsychiatry.com

Phone: 516-550-3415

Fax: 516-531-8782

Thank you for your interest in working together! My practice is currently full, but I’ll be reviewing availability in April 2025.

Please check back then for updates.