Dr. Barbara Schulte, DNP

Dr. Barbara Schulte, DNP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
AZ
Barbara A. Schulte, DNP, PMHNP-BC (aka Dr. Barby), is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s emotional and psychological challenges. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, Dr. Barby brings a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to care that’s rooted in clinical expertise and genuine connection. A proud Arizona native, Dr. Barby earned her undergraduate degree from Grand Canyon University and her doctorate from Arizona State University. She’s fluent in both English and Spanish, making her care accessible to a wide range of patients across the Greater Phoenix area. Her background spans outpatient psychiatry, consult-liaison work in hospitals, and inpatient and residential care for children and adolescents. She’s worked with people of all ages and walks of life, and she loves it. Her approach is patient-centered and integrative, meaning she looks at the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to build a treatment plan that fits your life. Whether you're an adult navigating stress, anxiety, or mood changes, or a parent seeking support for your child or teen, Dr. Barby is here to help. She’s especially passionate about empowering patients to take charge of their mental health journey with clarity, confidence, and hope.

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About Dr. Barbara Schulte

Focus areas

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Medication Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Life Transition
Mood Disorders
Client-Centered Therapy
Low Self Esteem

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Families
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Family Systems
Culturally Sensitive
Integrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Dr. Barbara Schulte

Barbara A. Schulte, DNP, PMHNP-BC (aka Dr. Barby), is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s emotional and psychological challenges. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, Dr. Barby brings a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to care that’s rooted in clinical expertise and genuine connection. A proud Arizona native, Dr. Barby earned her undergraduate degree from Grand Canyon University and her doctorate from Arizona State University. She’s fluent in both English and Spanish, making her care accessible to a wide range of patients across the Greater Phoenix area. Her background spans outpatient psychiatry, consult-liaison work in hospitals, and inpatient and residential care for children and adolescents. She’s worked with people of all ages and walks of life, and she loves it. Her approach is patient-centered and integrative, meaning she looks at the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to build a treatment plan that fits your life. Whether you're an adult navigating stress, anxiety, or mood changes, or a parent seeking support for your child or teen, Dr. Barby is here to help. She’s especially passionate about empowering patients to take charge of their mental health journey with clarity, confidence, and hope.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

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    To make care more accessible, Dr. Barby partners with Thrizer, a service that helps patients use their out-of-network (OON) insurance benefits. This means that even though her practice is cash/self-pay, patients may only be responsible for their copay—making high-quality psychiatric care more affordable and within reach.

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Pain Management Consultation
    Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist Consultation
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Agoraphobia
    Pain Management Consultation
    Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Psychiatry Consultation

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Hospital affiliations

    • Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn
    • Scottsdale Healthcare Shea
    • John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital
    • Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak

    Education and training

    • Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Doctor of Nursing Practice

    NPI number

    1295184778

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    Which hospital is Dr. Barbara Schulte affiliated with?

    Dr. Barbara Schulte is affiliated with Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn, Scottsdale Healthcare Shea, and John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital.

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    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Barbara Schulte?

    Dr. Barbara Schulte frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Barbara Schulte on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Barbara Schulte speak?

    Dr. Barbara Schulte speaks English and Spanish.

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