Stephanie Hancock

From trauma to recovery, Dr. Stephanie Hancock guides her patients with compassion and expertise as a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Known globally as "Your Compassionate Trauma Care Maestro™," Dr. Hancock employs a unique approach called Rehabilitative Storytelling to help individuals move from trauma to recovery.

Dr. Hancock's impressive credentials include a Doctor of Nurse Practice degree and certifications as an ARNP and PMHNP-BC. Her expertise extends beyond clinical practice, as she is also a TEDxTALK Speaker and a 16-time bestselling author. This combination of clinical knowledge and communication skills allows her to connect with patients on a deeper level, facilitating their healing journey.

As one of the first cohorts of the Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship, Dr. Hancock brings cutting-edge approaches to mental health care. Her innovative methods have garnered attention from various media outlets, including CBS9 and iHeartRadio, where she has been featured for her groundbreaking work in trauma recovery.

At Pool of Bethesda Psychiatric Health, Dr. Hancock leads a team dedicated to creating a safe haven for recovery and wellness. Her approach, which she calls "Recovery and Wellness Flow™," emphasizes patient empowerment and individualized care. Dr. Hancock and her staff are committed to providing a supportive, understanding environment where patients can work through their trauma and emerge stronger.

Dr. Hancock's role as a "Global Vision Midwife™" speaks to her ability to help patients birth new perspectives and possibilities in their lives. By combining her extensive clinical experience with innovative therapeutic techniques, she offers a unique and effective approach to mental health treatment that addresses the whole person, not just their symptoms.