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Kristy Karas(She/her)
Nurse Practitioner
Virginia

In-network with

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, and Quest Behavioral Health

Specializes in

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, and PTSD

Great to meet you!

Hello! Welcome to the beginning of your new health journey to feeling better. I look forward to helping you achieve your wellness goals. After 18 years of practice in a variety of psychiatric care settings, I have developed my own unique approach to individualizing care.

Medication management and psychotherapy are not one-size-fits-all. Medication needs are influenced not only by diagnosis and symptoms, but also by genetics, sensitivities, metabolism, & your core beliefs.

A bit about my approach to therapy

My approach is open-minded, accepting, informative, solution-oriented, and catered specifically to you.

Collaboration with your therapist & medical providers is key to ensure the safest and most comprehensive care plan.

Labs, diagnostic tests, & referrals may occur, depending on your specific treatment needs.

(Please note that I do not provide stimulant medication for ADHD at this time).

What you can expect from our first session

I truly believe that helping people in need of psychiatric treatment is my life's purpose. Understanding who you are and what you value is important to me.

Previous clients have stated, "I feel seen," and "you have helped me more than any other provider."

It is my goal that you feel heard, seen, and accepted.

Let's work together to develop a plan of care to meet your goals for wellness!


Kristy's style is

Open-minded
Solution-oriented
Empowering

Insurance carriers Kristy accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Quest Behavioral Health

More about Kristy

MS (Master of Science) at Virginia Commonwealth University
License type: NP (Nurse Practitioner) (Virginia)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Adults and Seniors
More specialties: Depression, Sleep disorder, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Grief, Loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, and Trauma
Modalities: Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Interpersonal, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)