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Nerkissa Dixon, NP

Nerkissa Dixon, NP

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VA
*Please note if you are seeking ADHD care, we do not prescribe controlled medications such as Adderall & Vyvanse - but can treat with proven non-stimulants such as Strattera.* Nerkissa Dixon is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of South Alabama College of Nursing. She earned her undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from the University of South Alabama, and earned her Doctorate of Education from Walden University. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Nerkissa spent 18 years working as a registered nurse at a level one trauma hospital providing nursing care for clients with psychiatric illnesses, burn injuries, orthopedic injuries, and general medical-surgical conditions. Nerkissa is passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based mental health care treatment, and providing mental health education in an effort to decrease generational stigma surrounding mental illness. She provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and talk therapy for clients with depression and anxiety. In her free time, she enjoys doing word search puzzles, listening to music, and traveling.
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About Nerkissa Dixon

Focus areas

Anxiety
Mental Health Problem
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Insomnia
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nerkissa Dixon

*Please note if you are seeking ADHD care, we do not prescribe controlled medications such as Adderall & Vyvanse - but can treat with proven non-stimulants such as Strattera.* Nerkissa Dixon is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of South Alabama College of Nursing. She earned her undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from the University of South Alabama, and earned her Doctorate of Education from Walden University. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Nerkissa spent 18 years working as a registered nurse at a level one trauma hospital providing nursing care for clients with psychiatric illnesses, burn injuries, orthopedic injuries, and general medical-surgical conditions. Nerkissa is passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based mental health care treatment, and providing mental health education in an effort to decrease generational stigma surrounding mental illness. She provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and talk therapy for clients with depression and anxiety. In her free time, she enjoys doing word search puzzles, listening to music, and traveling.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Women's Mental Health Issues
Young Adult Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit

Education and background

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Education and training

  • University of South Alabama, Master's in Nursing
  • Walden University (EdD)
  • University of South Alabama (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1558952721

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