What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Mrs. West is very thorough and provides helpful information, resources, and tools. She also seems genuine and caring. I appreciate her asking questions that some of my other providers have not asked before to really get to the heart of my medical issues. I feel very well taken care of after I have an appointment with her.”
Less than 1 year ago
“Ms. Sheila is absolutely outstanding when it comes to Med management. She takes the time to truly listen and understand what you're going through not just the symptoms, but the full picture. She's patient, compassionate, and never judgmental. Even though she's not a talk therapist, her approach still feels personal and supportive. I've always felt comfortable being open and honest with her. Finding someone who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares is rare, and I'm so grateful.”
Less than 1 year ago
About Shela West
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Shela West
Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Shela A. West, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) deeply dedicated to improving the mental well-being of my clients. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of serving individuals across diverse healthcare settings, including behavioral health emergency departments, inpatient and outpatient care, women's health, and case management. My practice revolves around the concept of "Illusions Dissolved." Through medication management, I not only provide education on each medication, including benefits and side effects, but also aim to dissolve any misconceptions or illusions surrounding mental health treatment. I encourage patients to actively participate in their healthcare journey, empowering them with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to advocate for themselves in our stigmatized society.
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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
NPI number
1093480238
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Mrs. Sheila West is awesome to work with. Very grateful that we connected.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Mrs. West is very thorough and provides helpful information, resources, and tools. She also seems genuine and caring. I appreciate her asking questions that some of my other providers have not asked before to really get to the heart of my medical issues. I feel very well taken care of after I have an appointment with her.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ms. Sheila is absolutely outstanding when it comes to Med management. She takes the time to truly listen and understand what you're going through not just the symptoms, but the full picture. She's patient, compassionate, and never judgmental. Even though she's not a talk therapist, her approach still feels personal and supportive. I've always felt comfortable being open and honest with her. Finding someone who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares is rare, and I'm so grateful.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Shela West?
Generally, Shela West has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Shela West's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Shela West accepting new patients?
Shela West generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Shela West's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Shela West accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Shela West online?
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What practice does Shela West work with?
Shela West works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shela West?
Shela West frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shela West on their profile.
What languages does Shela West speak?
Shela West speaks English.