About Alexis Baird
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Interpersonal
Positive Psychology
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Alexis Baird
Hi, my name is Alexis and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in Massachusetts. I specialize in anxiety, depression, adhd, bipolar, life transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), binge eating disorder, loss, grief, and bereavement, relationship issues, sexual health & dysfunction, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), women’s issues, stress management, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma. I’ve been in nursing for 19 years and completed my psychiatric training at Regis College. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare, and together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected and cared for.
What should a new client know about working with you?
PLEASE NOTE, I’M IN-NETWORK WITH MEDICARE. I DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICAID.
My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, engagement, and a genuine personal connection. I believe in establishing a strong, collaborative relationship with each client, where we work together to make informed decisions about their treatment. My practice is inclusive and welcoming, embracing diversity in culture, background, and experience. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including students, parents, professionals from various fields, skilled tradespeople, service industry workers, retail employees, entrepreneurs, artists, and technology experts. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where each individual feels heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their therapeutic goals.
I chose to become a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner after seeing a significant gap in care for patients with substance use disorders. Throughout my work with this population, I frequently encountered patients with co-occurring psychiatric conditions who had little or no access to consistent psychiatric care. I saw firsthand how difficult it was to effectively treat substance use without also addressing the underlying depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and other mental health conditions that often accompanied it. I wanted to be able to provide that continuity rather than repeatedly referring patients into a system where they might never receive the care they needed.
Becoming a PMHNP was also a natural extension of my experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Psychiatry has been part of my practice in nearly every setting in which I have worked and across every stage of life. Mental and physical health rarely exist separately in clinical practice, and my FNP background taught me to recognize that connection early in my career.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Booking Process:
Request your appointment time on Zocdoc. My office will email you an online intake form to ensure I’m able to help you. If we’re a fit, we’ll reach out to confirm an appointment time. I try my best to keep slots available each week for new clients.
Your First Visit:
The initial session is a comprehensive, one-hour evaluation which allows me to understand your current symptoms and difficulties, and learn about important aspects of your past psychiatric, medical, social, educational, and family histories. At the end of the session, we’ll determine the best treatment course. Session frequency ranges from weekly to monthly depending on the type of treatment you’re looking for.
If you’re already seeing a therapist, I’m happy to collaborate with them while guiding the medication aspect of your treatment. However, many of my clients see me for both therapy and medication management.
My practice, Lavender Psychiatry, is founded and fueled by board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners who create therapeutic journeys that are kind, convenient and transparent so that people can flourish. We have a fantastic team that works together to ensure our clients are well taken care of. This includes our care concierge team who is available 7 days a week between your appointments, to help answer questions and assist with any issues regarding coverage and prescriptions etc. We also have covering providers in case I’m away and an urgent matter arises. I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your journey to a brighter future!
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More information on payments and coverage
If you use your insurance with us, we can reduce out-of-pocket expenses and still offer high-quality care. You may not have any cost related to your visit with us, depending upon your insurance plan. Most patients pay a small copay per visit, subject to any deductible or coinsurance that your health plan has.
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- Regis College, Master's in Nursing
- Regis College, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
NPI number
1164617312
How soon can I make an appointment with Alexis Baird?
Generally, Alexis Baird has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Alexis Baird's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Alexis Baird accepting new patients?
Alexis Baird generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Alexis Baird's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Alexis Baird accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Alexis Baird online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Alexis Baird using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Alexis Baird work with?
Alexis Baird works with Lavender - Massachusetts.
Which board certifications does Alexis Baird have?
Alexis Baird is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alexis Baird?
Alexis Baird frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alexis Baird on their profile.
What languages does Alexis Baird speak?
Alexis Baird speaks English.