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Dr. Dava McGougan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC

Dr. Dava McGougan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
2458 Old Dorsett Rd, Ste 110, Maryland Heights, MO
5.00
“Very pleasant staff and smooth process with insurance. Dr McGougan is very easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable about my medications. She asked all the right questions and I had very positive experience. Highly recommend!”
Jody P.January 23, 2026
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Very pleasant staff and smooth process with insurance. Dr McGougan is very easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable about my medications. She asked all the right questions and I had very positive experience. Highly recommend!”
Jody P.January 23, 2026

About Dr. Dava McGougan

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Compassion Focused
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Dava McGougan

Dava McGougan, PMHNP, provides compassionate and expert medication management services to adults and seniors throughout Missouri. She supports patients facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and trauma-related conditions. By combining clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach, Dava helps individuals develop effective treatment plans that promote long-term well-being and resilience. Dava has a strong focus on complex conditions such as eating disorders, hoarding, post-partum depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She is also deeply committed to working with populations including women, military veterans, first responders, and individuals on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities. Her integrated approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques alongside medication management, creating a holistic framework for mental health care. In addition to her clinical practice, Dava understands the unique challenges that come with later life and midlife transitions, as well as health-related psychological issues like dementia. She strives to offer personalized care tailored to each patients specific circumstances, promoting healing and empowerment. Outside of her professional work, Dava enjoys spending quality time with her family and cheering on St. Louis sports teams”the Cardinals and the Blues”whether at the stadium or from home. She loves reading historical fiction and looks forward to an annual getaway to Fort Walton Beach, Florida, to relax and recharge.

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Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Prescription / Refill
Psychiatry Consultation
Young Adult Issues
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Depression

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Dr. Dava McGougan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Missouri
2458 Old Dorsett Rd, Ste 110, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
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Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Missouri, Doctor of Nursing Practice

NPI number

1841611746

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5.00
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Bedside manner
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Very pleasant staff and smooth process with insurance. Dr McGougan is very easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable about my medications. She asked all the right questions and I had very positive experience. Highly recommend!
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Where is Dr. Dava McGougan's office located?

Dr. Dava McGougan has 2 office locations in Maryland Heights, view full addresses on Dr. McGougan's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dava McGougan?

Dr. Dava McGougan frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Prescription / Refill, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dava McGougan on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Dava McGougan speak?

Dr. Dava McGougan speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Dava McGougan in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Dr. Dava McGougan. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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