Cara Vitadamo
MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Certified Addictions Registered Nurse-Advanced Practice
she/her
Cara is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience providing mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults. She works with individuals experiencing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, and other common mental health conditions. Cara believes that quality psychiatric care begins with understanding each patient as an individual. Using an evidence-based and patient-centered approach, she combines thoughtful medication management with education, supportive interventions, and shared decision-making.
Qualifications
Cara is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Certified Addictions Registered Nurse-Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) with 3 years of advanced-practice experience and more than 10 years of nursing experience. She earned her Master’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University and has worked in psychiatric settings since 2016.
Background
Cara enjoys working with patients across the lifespan, from children to aging adults. Her clinical background includes general outpatient psychiatry as well as specialized experience in substance use and co-occurring disorders. Above all, Cara strives to create a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and comfortable discussing their concerns. She works collaboratively with patients and families to develop individualized treatment plans that support emotional well-being, everyday functioning, and overall quality of life.
Specialization
As a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse–Advanced Practice (CARN-AP), Cara also brings additional expertise in recognizing and addressing substance use concerns when they intersect with a patient's mental health. Her broader nursing and psychiatric experience has reinforced her belief in considering the whole person rather than focusing solely on a diagnosis.
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