Shawnda Carter, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Licensed Medicinal Cannabis Practitioner- KY
Shawnda Carter is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a passionate advocate for advancing mental health and addiction treatment. With over 17 years of experience in healthcare, Shawnda has used her broad background in various healthcare roles to develop a mission centered on delivering innovative, patient-focused care.
A Journey of Purpose and Innovation
Shawnda’s career began as a nursing assistant and has evolved to her current role as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Throughout her career, she has worked as a patient registrar, sleep technologist, and ICU nurse, giving her a well-rounded understanding of healthcare’s complexities. These varied experiences have allowed Shawnda to recognize gaps in traditional mental health care and to create solutions that meet patients where they are.
Her approach to care combines compassion with innovation, using evidence-based practices to craft personalized treatment plans. Shawnda is committed to offering care that reflects eac individual’s needs and goals, ensuring that everyone she works with receives the best possible support in their mental health journey.
Compassionate and Collaborative Care
Shawnda’s approach to care is grounded in the principle that effective treatment begins with a deep understanding of each patient’s unique experience. She is committed to fostering a therapeutic environment that empowers patients, promotes collaboration, and ensures individualized care. Shawnda’s philosophy includes:
Guiding individuals in taking an active role in their health, enabling them to make informed decisions about their treatment and well-being.
Developing tailored care plans that reflect each patient’s specific needs, preferences, and goals, ensuring the most effective and supportive approach.
Advocating for and integrating advanced, evidence-based treatment options that address the underlying causes of mental health and addiction challenges, ensuring patients have access to the latest therapeutic solutions.
Haley offers both in-person and telehealth appointments, making it easy to receive care that fits your needs.
A Visionary in Modern Therapies
Shawnda Carter leads Bluegrass Behavioral Health’s Ketamine Therapy Program, a pioneering initiative offering hope to individuals suffering from treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Her pioneering approach to psychedelic-assisted therapies reflects her commitment to exploring innovative solutions for patients who have not responded to traditional treatments.
As a licensed medicinal cannabis practitioner, Shawnda also guides patients through alternative treatment options. She plays a key role in helping patients navigate alternative treatment options for mental health and addiction challenges, offering a holistic approach to recovery. Her work is driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to effective care that works uniquely for them.
By combining her clinical experience, innovative therapies, and compassionate care, Shawnda ensures that each patient receives the most effective and appropriate treatment options available.
Shaping the Future of Mental Health in Kentucky
Shawnda Carter is a passionate advocate for advancing Kentucky’s role in psychedelic research and innovative addiction treatments. She is committed to positioning the state at the forefront of mental health care, ensuring that patients have access to the most effective, cutting-edge therapies available. Through her work, Shawnda continues to inspire both patients and the broader medical community, fostering hope and progress in the fields of mental health and addiction treatment.
Her expertise, dedication, and commitment to patient care make Shawnda a trusted partner in every individual’s journey toward improved mental health and lasting recovery.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Schedule an appointment today to discover how Shawnda’s innovative approach to care can help transform your mental health experience.
