Helen Lancy, APRN

Helen Lancy, APRN

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)
MD
4.84
“Dr Helen has been a life saver! I feel so lucky to have found a doctor that truly listens to understand and provides actual solutions! Highly recommend”
Brianna V.January 16, 2026
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.84

Average wait time

4.93

Bedside manner

4.93
“Dr Helen has been a life saver! I feel so lucky to have found a doctor that truly listens to understand and provides actual solutions! Highly recommend”
Brianna V.January 16, 2026Video visit
“Dr. Lancy is truly special. She listens, very attentive and has made me feel seen. Thank you so much Dr. Lancy, I really appreciate you!”
BLLess than 6 months ago

About Helen Lancy

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatric Medication Management
Anxiety Disorder
Mental Health Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
Mental Health Problem

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Coaching
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Interpersonal
Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, German

Getting to know Helen Lancy

Helen currently offers online video visits for all appointments. Helen Lancy is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in adult, gerontology, and psychiatric care. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Missouri and her Master of Science in Nursing (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) from Spring Arbor University. With over six years of experience in mental health and more than four years in primary care, urgent care, and functional medicine, Helen provides comprehensive, patient-centered care that supports the whole person physically, mentally, and emotionally. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma in adults 18 and older, as well as chronic condition management, preventive health, and acute care. Helen is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds, with a strong commitment to serving underserved communities. She believes in empowering patients to take an active role in their health by integrating preventive care, chronic disease management, and mental health support into personalized treatment plans. Blending integrative and modern medicine, Helen fosters a holistic, collaborative approach, partnering with patients to identify their unique needs and support long-term stability, resilience, and wellness.

What should a new client know about working with you?

We do not prescribe controlled substances out of our office. Commonly requested controlled substance prescriptions from psychiatrists include: Stimulants: amphetamines, Vyvanse, Adderall, Ritalin Benzodiazepines: Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Valium (diazepam), Ativan (lorazepam) Opioids: Suboxone (opioid replacement) Nerve pain: Gabapentin, Lyrica (state specific for whether we can prescribe) We can explore other, safer alternatives as part of your treatment regimen. And we are able to help coordinate your care with outside providers as desired, such as primary care physicians. If you have specific prescriptions you are interested in obtaining and are unsure if they are controlled substances, please give us a call.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Insomnia
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Insomnia

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Spring Arbor University, Master's in Nursing

NPI number

1962135178

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.84
Wait time
4.93
Bedside manner
4.93
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Extremely helpful in supporting me with mental health medications and coming up with a good plan.
Verified patientVideo visit
Helen has been such a pleasure to work with. She really listens and gets to know me as a person.
Helen is very knowledgeable and intelligent. She can really connect with you. I have enjoyed our time together.
Helen is a real joy to work with. She is patient and listens to me and what concern I have. I would rate her 5 out 5 stars!
Helen is not only knowledgeable but is so thoughtful and caring. I'm so thankful she is my new psychiatric NP : )
It's always a pleasure meeting with Helen, she is very professional and shows that she genuinely cares about me.
Terrific first visit. She was very easy to talk to and took time to really get to know me and listen. Highly recommend
I have already recommended Helen to a coworker/friend that is dealing with stress like I am.
Verified patientVideo visit
Only first appointment but am optimistic for the future
Verified patientVideo visit
Helen is always professional and courteous, and I truly appreciate the treatment that she provides to me.
The office staff was wonderful helping me with forms and insurance. The doctor was very knowledgeable.
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Lancy was great, she made me feel heard and answered all my questions
Helen is wonderful. She helps open up about my thoughts and i feel Safe and heard
Great communicator, funny person, lovely to speak to and had the best advice!
Verified patientVideo visit
Helen is phenomenal, I am so grateful to have found her when I did.
Ms. Lancy was easy to talk to and her suggestions and questions made sense.
Video visit
Very thoughtful. Listens/cares about issues while wanting to solve the issue
Verified patientVideo visit
Great choice! I felt very comfortable and hopeful for my future treatment.
Verified patientVideo visit
Easy to schedule for an appointment and Dr. Laney was online and on-time.
Verified patientVideo visit
The doctor was on time, listened to me, and was polite.
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Helen has been a life saver! I feel so lucky to have found a doctor that truly listens to understand and provides actual solutions! Highly recommend
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Lancy is truly special. She listens, very attentive and has made me feel seen. Thank you so much Dr. Lancy, I really appreciate you!
Dr. Lancy listens well and does not pressure me in any way about medications. She is caring, thorough, and very knowledgeable! Excellent provider!
I have been seeing Helen Lancy for a few years now and she is amazing. Her bedside manner and knowledge is exceptional and she truly goes above and beyond in what she does. She always has her patient’s best interest in mind with EVERY facet of treatment. Over the years, it has been difficult for me to find a provider that truly listens and understands my needs while being compassionate, and seeing Helen has been like a breath of fresh air because she does all of the above. Highly recommend, 5/5 stars.
Helen Yancy is very knowledgeable about creating ways to help get to the root of your concerns. I am not a fan of seeing a physician due to my phobias. Helen put me at ease right away, and I felt comfortable talking to her about my issues. With Helen, I feel heard and understood.
Fantastic experience. She truly listened, valued nuance, and asked what I wanted to focus on rather than relying only on test results. Her collaborative approach made me feel understood and supported. She caught an ADHD diagnosis my previous provider missed and prescribed targeted medication for my anxiety that has been very helpful. I finally feel like I have a psychiatrist who cares and tailors treatment to me.
Video visit
I would recommend Helen to anyone who is apprehensive about discussing issues they are having. She is a great listener, very knowledgeable, and has a clear plan on improving the health of the patient.
Verified patientVideo visit
She was amazing and finally listened to me fully and I feel like i was heard more than any other provider I’ve seen. On a treatment plan now and will continue to see her. Amazing experience:)
Verified patientVideo visit
She was amazingly considerate and kind. She made it very comfortable and truly listened and diagnosed me with something others had missed. I’m on a treatment path and finally feel excited to see where this gets me and I now Understand why other treatments didn’t work for me. The intake lasted far longer than any other I had and am finally looking forward to a follow up.
I came to Helen Lancy feeling hopeless—my symptoms were getting worse, and I suspected my medication might be part of the problem. I’d been working with my PCP and another NP for months but didn’t feel truly heard. From the moment I sat down with Helen, I knew I made the right choice. She listened closely, validated my concerns, and took the time to explain a clear, thoughtful plan moving forward. For the first time in a long time, I feel hopeful and supported. If you’re looking for someone who takes you seriously and actually helps you move forward, I highly recommend Helen.
I’ve been dealing with debilitating panic attacks! I needed some relief but also needed to be able to talk in a safe space. This was convenient and easy and i was able to get tarted on some medication and we have a plan to move forward in my treatment. I feel btter just knowing relief is coming.
I cannot recommend Ms. Lancy enough. I truly feel that she always has her patient’s best interest in mind. She is very knowledgable. She takes the time to get to the root of any issues I have had and she is always incredibly kind. She is also easy to reach and communicate with if extra attention is needed towards a certain issue.
really nice to talk to
Verified patientVideo visit
Helen was great! She was very thorough in listening to my needs, providing feedback and options that best suited me. I didn't hesitate to schedule a follow up after my first appointment.
I felt like Dr. Lancy really listened to what I had to say and took all of my problems into consideration when giving me a diagnosis. I felt comfortable to say how I really felt and I did not feel judged.
Helen is always professional, courteous, and friendly. She always listens to what I have concerns about and makes the correct diagnosis for me. I would recommend Helen to anyone in need of excellent psychiatric care.
This is a doctor who knows her stuff and clearly maintains up to date clinical knowledge! She is personable, approachable, and genuinely wants her patients to feel better. So glad i found her!
Helen is always courteous, professional and a pleasure to talk to. She listens attentively to my concerns and has the correct solutions to my issues. Five out of five stars for Helen!
Very helpful visit.
Helen is always professional and caring.
Helen is great! She is always available and is the consumate professional. I really enjoy having Helen as my Psychiatrist.
AMAZING. For as long as I’ve been alive, she genuinely was the first person who sat down to comprehensively ask about my medical history AND actually listened. Before I left the call, she made sure that I understood the information provided during the appointment. She is genuinely so caring and her calming nature created a relaxing environment. ^^
Video visit
Another great appointment with Helen!
I was very pleased about how thorough Helen was with wanting to learn more about me in order to determine what I needed and was not judgmental at all. She put me at ease and explained everything I needed to know about what would help me, since I have always been very hesitant about taking medication. I felt very comfortable with talking with her and look forward to my next visit.
Dr. Lancy has been absolutely wonderful. I have seen many doctors over the years, both for mental and physical health. It’s been difficult to find doctors who seem to truly care about their patients, but Dr. Lancy is one of the good ones! She has an amazing bedside manner. She truly listens and takes in everything that I have to say. Speaking to her is like talking to an old friend. I highly recommend her!
Helen has been and continues to be an excellent care provider. Her treatment along with my prescribed medications has helped improve my condition tremendously. I would rate Helen 5 out of 5 stars!
Helen Lancy was attentive, caring, and helpful throughout the entire appointment. She made me feel comfortable sharing my story and did everything to make me feel heard.
Verified patientVideo visit
She was amazing and really made me feel comfortable. She listened to what I was experiencing and had a solution for just about everything! I can highly recommend!
Video visit
She was very friendly and listened to my concerns prior to just prescribing me the same old meds. First time I’ve had someone do this so it was refreshing.
Video visit
Verified patientVideo visit
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What are common reasons for patients to see Helen Lancy?

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

What languages does Helen Lancy speak?

Helen Lancy speaks English, German, Greek, and Serbian.

How do patients rate Helen Lancy in reviews?

127 patients have reviewed Helen Lancy. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.93/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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