Melissa Heinonen, CNP, MS, MN

About Melissa Heinonen

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Heinonen

Melissa Heinonen is a compassionate and attentive psychiatric nurse practitioner who is deeply committed to providing thoughtful, individualized mental health care. She is known for her approachable and understanding manner, taking the time to truly listen so clients feel heard, respected, and involved in every step of their care. Melissa believes that trust and clarity are the foundation of effective treatment, and she dedicates the time needed to ensure each person fully understands their options and feels confident moving forward. With extensive experience in family medicine and mental health care, Melissa is skilled in assessing, diagnosing, and treating complex conditions while maintaining a calm, supportive presence. She places strong emphasis on patient education, helping clients understand how medications work, what to expect, and how treatment fits into their broader picture of health and life circumstances. Melissa’s ability to combine professional expertise with warmth, patience, and genuine care creates an environment where individuals feel safe asking questions and actively participating in their treatment. Her dedication to thoughtful prescribing, clear communication, and individualized care makes her a trusted provider for those seeking medication management that is intentional, responsive, and centered on the whole person—not just symptoms.

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Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Prescription / Refill

Psychiatry Consultation

Sleep Disorder

Sleep Problems

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Mental Health Solutions

Education and training

University of Washington, Master's in Family Health Nursing
St. Catherine University, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1760805261

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What practice does Melissa Heinonen work with?

Melissa Heinonen works with Mental Health Solutions.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Heinonen?

Melissa Heinonen frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Melissa Heinonen on their profile.

What languages does Melissa Heinonen speak?

Melissa Heinonen speaks English.

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