Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos, PMHNP, EdD, FNP, CDE

Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos, PMHNP, EdD, FNP, CDE

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
NJ
I lead a small behavioral health practice where care is delivered by a team of nurse practitioners specializing in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan. We have specialized expertise in diabetes care and prevention, offering behavioral weight loss through prescribed medication and psychotherapy. Our services also extend to treating children and entire families. I earned my EdD in Nursing and Health Behavior Studies from Columbia University, which allows me to implement evidence-based practices to help you initiate and sustain lifestyle changes that improve your health-related quality of life. I am dual-board certified in Psychiatric Mental Health Care and Family Primary Care, with over 25 years of experience as a nurse practitioner. This unique combination enables me to integrate mental and general health treatment plans effectively, providing comprehensive care tailored to your needs.

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About Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos

I lead a small behavioral health practice where care is delivered by a team of nurse practitioners specializing in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan. We have specialized expertise in diabetes care and prevention, offering behavioral weight loss through prescribed medication and psychotherapy. Our services also extend to treating children and entire families. I earned my EdD in Nursing and Health Behavior Studies from Columbia University, which allows me to implement evidence-based practices to help you initiate and sustain lifestyle changes that improve your health-related quality of life. I am dual-board certified in Psychiatric Mental Health Care and Family Primary Care, with over 25 years of experience as a nurse practitioner. This unique combination enables me to integrate mental and general health treatment plans effectively, providing comprehensive care tailored to your needs.

What should a new client know about working with you?

We use a combination of medication, health and behavior interventions, and psychotherapy to help you improve your health-related quality of life.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

We offer evaluations, medication management, and limited goal-focused psychotherapy using CBT, DBT, and REBT-Lifestyle methods.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
  • Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
  • 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
  • Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront

More information on payments and coverage

We require deductibles and co-pays at time of service and bill insurance for the remainder. We participate with many plans.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Group Therapy
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Group Therapy
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
  • National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators

Education and training

  • Regis College, Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • Columbia University, EdD in Nursing and Health Behavior Studies
  • Saint Joseph's College of Maine, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
  • Liberty University, Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
  • Felician University, Certificate in Family Nursing

Professional memberships

  • Society of Behavioral Medicine
  • American Diabetes Association
  • American Association of Diabetes Educators
  • Sigma Theta Tau International

Awards and publications

  • Scollan-Koliopoulos M., Naturale, D., Mahurter, M., Curran, S., & Koliopoulos R.J. (2024). The multigenerational legacy of diabetes and illness perception: Influence on older adult’s stigma. OBM Geriatrics,8(2), doi:10.21926/obm.geriatr.2402280.
  • Scollan-Koliopoulos M. (2025). A nurse-led transitional care intervention to prevent readmissions in a low-income serving urban US hospital. International Diabetes Nursing,18, 337. Doi.org: 10.57/11/dn.v18.337
  • Scollan-Koliopoulos M. (2025). Chapter 21 Mental Health in Primary Care in DeNisco & Dennert, FNP Certification Review 2nd (Jones and Bartlett).

NPI number

1285774554

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Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos is certified by Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos?

Dr. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos 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. Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos on their profile.

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