VAVEL MENTAL WELLNESS
Valuing Your Voice. Validating Your Journey.
Psychiatric care personalized to you.
WE TREAT
✔DEPRESSION
✔ ANXIETY DISORDER
✔OBSESSIVE COMPLUSIVE DISORDER (OCD)
✔BIPOLAR DISORDER
✔ SLEEP DISORDERS
✔ POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
✔STRESS MANAGEMENT/BURN OUT
✔FMLA (FOR ESTABLISHED CLIENTS)
WE SERVE
✔GEORGIA ✔VIRGINIA
✔WASHINGTON ✔COLORADO
✔FLORDIA ✔CALIFORNIA
COMING SOON
✔MARYLAND ✔NEW JERSEY
✔NEW MEXICO ✔ARIZONA
CONTACT US
Meet Vanessa
MSN APRN PMHNP-BC
Hi, I am Vanessa! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout their mental wellness journey.
I believe mental healthcare should feel collaborative—not intimidating. My approach is warm, compassionate, and personalized because no two individuals experience life the same way.
Whether you're beginning treatment for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable asking questions, sharing your experiences, and working toward meaningful change.
Healing isn't about perfection—it's about progress, and I'm honored to walk alongside you every step of the way.
At VaVel Mental Wellness, you'll receive:
Compassionate, judgment-free care
Personalized treatment plans
Convenient telehealth appointments
Evidence-based medication management
A provider who listens, collaborates, and values your voice
Our Services
Psychiatric Evaluation $200
A comprehensive telehealth psychiatric assessment designed to understand your symptoms, history, concerns, and treatment goals.
Evaluations may include:
✔Mental health history
✔Medical history review
✔Current symptoms assessment
✔Diagnostic evaluation
✔Treatment recommendation
Medication Management $100
Medication management appointments focus on monitoring treatment progress, evaluating effectiveness, addressing side effects, and making adjustments when clinically appropriate.
Services include:
✔Medication initiation
✔Medication monitoring
✔Treatment optimization
✔Ongoing support and education
HOW IT WORKS
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Choose a day and time that works best for you using our secure online scheduling system. New patient appointments are completed virtually from the comfort and privacy of your own space.
COMPLETE YOUR INTAKE FORMS
Before your appointment, you'll receive secure electronic forms to complete at your convenience. These forms help us better understand your history, symptoms, and goals so we can make the most of our time together.
MEET VIRTUALLY
During your appointment, we'll take time to discuss your concerns, review your mental health history, and develop a personalized treatment plan together. If medication is appropriate, we'll discuss your options and answer any questions you may have.
CONTINUE YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY
Mental wellness is an ongoing process. Follow-up appointments allow us to monitor your progress, make adjustments to your treatment plan when needed, and support you every step of the way.
Questions? We've Got You!
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At this time, VaVel Mental Wellness is a private pay (cash-pay) practice and does not accept insurance. This allows us to provide personalized, patient-centered care without the limitations often associated with insurance requirements.
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We accept major credit and debit cards. Payment is due at the time of your appointment.
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We offer comprehensive psychiatric care for adults, including:
Psychiatric evaluations
Medication management
Telepsychiatry (virtual appointments)
We provide treatment for a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, insomnia, and other mood-related conditions.
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All appointments are conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, allowing you to receive care from the comfort and privacy of your home.
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Scheduling is simple. Click the Book an Appointment button on our website to request your first visit. You'll receive instructions to complete your intake paperwork before your appointment.
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Yes. When clinically appropriate, medication may be recommended as part of your individualized treatment plan. Every recommendation is made collaboratively and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
We are NOT currently prescribing controlled medications.
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We understand that life happens. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask that you provide at least 24 hours' notice whenever possible.
After your initial appointment, there is no cancellation fee. If you miss an appointment or need to cancel, we'll simply work with you to find a new time that fits your schedule.
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VaVel Mental Wellness is not an emergency or crisis service. If you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or others, or another mental health emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department immediately.
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Yes. We are happy to complete FMLA or other medical documentation when clinically appropriate. To ensure we can provide an accurate and comprehensive assessment, we typically require that you establish care and complete at least one to two appointments before paperwork is completed.