Summary

Kristen believes each patient comes to care with their own individual set of needs as well as coping skills. She believes in employing a patient-centered approach and listening to each individual leads to the best treatment plans. She is board certified in both psychiatry and family medicine as a Nurse Practitioner, which allows for a holistic approach to care. Kristen started her career in international public health. Working and living outside of the US developed her appreciation of diverse cultures and languages. When she isn’t working, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, crafting and spending time with friends and family. She finds creative projects to be a great way to unwind and recharge.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • University of California at San Francisco Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Mindpath Health

Berkeley, CA 94704

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16 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English Speaks English
Berkeley , CAPhiladelphia , PAMcKinney , TXJacksonville , FL
Med School: University of California at San Francisco Medical Center Med School: University of Benghazi Med School: University of Texas Health Science at San Antonio Med School: Howard University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kristen Frances Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Kristen Frances Nelson has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kristen Frances Nelson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Nurse Practitioner, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University of California at San Francisco Medical Center

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