Paula Harwood McKenna, PMHNP-BC

Paula Harwood McKenna, PMHNP-BC

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
351 Santa Fe Dr, Ste 200, Encinitas, CA
5.00
“I wholeheartedly recommend Paula Harwood to anyone seeking compassionate and effective psychiatric care. Her professionalism, combined with her genuine concern for her patients, makes her an exceptional choice for anyone in need of mental health support.”
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“I wholeheartedly recommend Paula Harwood to anyone seeking compassionate and effective psychiatric care. Her professionalism, combined with her genuine concern for her patients, makes her an exceptional choice for anyone in need of mental health support.”
More than 1 year ago

About Paula Harwood McKenna

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Paula Harwood McKenna

Paula Harwood McKenna is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who began practicing in 2017. She holds a Master’s Degree in Nursing and a Bachelor’s degree from California State University San Marcos, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from San Diego State University. Paula believes in a treatment philosophy that is collaborative, empathetic, patient-centered, and individualized to meet each patient’s clinical needs. In her spare time, Paula enjoys tennis, snow skiing, swimming, hiking, art, music, architecture, and travel.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Areas of expertise

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

Office location

Paula Harwood McKenna, PMHNP-BC also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - California
351 Santa Fe Dr, Ste 200, Encinitas, CA 92024

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University San Marcos, Master’s in Nursing
  • California State University San Marcos (Bachelor's)
  • University of California, Irvine (Bachelor's)
  • San Diego State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1700124971

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I wholeheartedly recommend Paula Harwood to anyone seeking compassionate and effective psychiatric care. Her professionalism, combined with her genuine concern for her patients, makes her an exceptional choice for anyone in need of mental health support.
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Where is Paula Harwood McKenna's office located?

Paula Harwood McKenna has 2 office locations in Encinitas, view full addresses on Paula Harwood McKenna's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Paula Harwood McKenna?

Paula Harwood McKenna frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Paula Harwood McKenna on their profile.

What languages does Paula Harwood McKenna speak?

Paula Harwood McKenna speaks English.

How do patients rate Paula Harwood McKenna in reviews?

8 patients have reviewed Paula Harwood McKenna. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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