Renee M Garbitt
PMHNP, LMHC • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
About
With over 15 years of experience in diverse psychiatric care settings, Renee M Garbitt brings a unique blend of expertise as both a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her dual licensure equips her with a comprehensive understanding of both pharmacological interventions and psychotherapeutic techniques, allowing for a truly integrated approach to mental health care.
Renee's practice, Grounded Interventions Psychiatric Services, reflects her philosophy of providing empirically supported strategies tailored to each individual's needs. She emphasizes a person-centered care model, facilitating shared decision-making while collaborating with other members of the care team. This holistic approach considers the impact of symptoms on mind, body, emotion, spirituality, and personal relationships, while also taking into account social and cultural implications throughout the care process.
Her extensive experience spans across various populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Renee has provided care in wellness, acute medical, and acute psychiatric care settings. Her work in crisis intervention and complex medical/psychiatric venues has equipped her to address a wide range of care needs. This breadth of experience is evident in the diverse range of conditions she treats, including ADHD, anxiety disorders, bipolar spectrum illness, depressive disorders, OCD, PTSD, and substance use disorders, among others.
Renee's expertise has been recognized beyond her clinical practice. She has been qualified by legal entities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as an expert witness, providing testimony regarding acute psychiatric risk and psycho-pharmacological care planning needs. This speaks to the depth of her knowledge and the respect she has garnered in her field.
At Grounded Interventions, Renee offers a variety of services including medication management, psychotherapy, diagnostic clarification, and second opinion evaluations. She employs a range of treatment modalities, including Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Dialectical Behavioral Skill Building (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. This diverse toolkit allows her to adapt her approach to best suit each client's unique needs and preferences.
Renee's commitment to the field extends beyond her direct client work. She has a special interest in patient education and mentorship for the next generation of healthcare providers. This dedication to sharing knowledge and fostering growth in others demonstrates her passion for advancing the field of mental health care as a whole.
In essence, Renee M Garbitt embodies a comprehensive, compassionate, and grounded approach to psychiatric care. Her unique combination of skills, extensive experience, and commitment to personalized, evidence-based treatment makes her a valuable resource for individuals seeking quality psychiatric services and meaningful interventions for diverse behavioral health needs.
Qualifications
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Board Certification as Licensed Mental Health Counselor
State Licenses
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Grief
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- PTSD
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Massachusetts
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
Compliance
- HIPAA Compliant
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Locations
Grounded Interventions Psychiatric Services - New Bedford Location
New Bedford, MA