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Dr. Meilyn Santamaria, APRN, RN, DNP

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria, APRN, RN, DNP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
150 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Dr. Meilyn Santamaria is first-generation, bilingual, Salvadoran American, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan. Trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, mind body medicine, and medication management, she hopes to assist people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum, sleep disorders, and more. Her approach is strengths based and holistic, honoring patients’ stories, centering their resilience and ability to heal, and partnering to promote the health of their mind, body, and spirit. Her populations/areas of interest include children and young adults, preventative/primary mental health care, community mental health, health literacy, and integrative health. She treats individuals of all ages for medication.

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About Dr. Meilyn Santamaria

Focus areas

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Depression

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Dr. Meilyn Santamaria

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria is first-generation, bilingual, Salvadoran American, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan. Trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, mind body medicine, and medication management, she hopes to assist people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum, sleep disorders, and more. Her approach is strengths based and holistic, honoring patients’ stories, centering their resilience and ability to heal, and partnering to promote the health of their mind, body, and spirit. Her populations/areas of interest include children and young adults, preventative/primary mental health care, community mental health, health literacy, and integrative health. She treats individuals of all ages for medication.

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  • Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork

More information on payments and coverage

She accepts most major insurance, to include VA CCN

Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss Consultation
Young Adult Issues
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office locations

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria, APRN, RN, DNP also offers online video visits for patients
Optimal Brain MN Clinic (1 of 2)
150 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
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Optimal Brain MN Clinic (2 of 2)
150 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
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1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Rush University Medical Center, Doctor of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
  • Rush University Medical Center, Master's in Nursing Practice
  • Boston University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1720859226

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Where is Dr. Meilyn Santamaria's office located?

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria has 5 office locations, including in Minneapolis and Hitterdal, view full addresses on Dr. Santamaria's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Meilyn Santamaria?

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Meilyn Santamaria on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Meilyn Santamaria speak?

Dr. Meilyn Santamaria speaks English and Spanish.

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