Carole L Wilkinson

Carole L Wilkinson, DNP, APRN, MHNP-BC, MSN, MBA, RN is an enthusiastic, creative, and detail-oriented DNP/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).Dr. Wilkinson (Dr. Carole to most!) believes in treating the whole person and not solely the immediate crisis. She educates others to embrace the importance of mental health and to understand it to be as critical as physical health. Everyone is capable of a fulfilling life, regardless of their situation, choices, or past. Quality mental health care should be accessible. Her clients appreciate her various evidenced-based treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).Dr. Carole is well-versed in the areas of Psychiatric Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders. In addition, she addresses the primary healthcare needs of children and adults (beginning from age 10 years and older). Dr. Carole also …treats college-aged patients via her association with local South Florida Universities and institutions. She enjoys providing primary healthcare and mental health stability for the next generation through her work with patients in the collegiate space – a uniquely emotional and psychologically taxing environment.She specializes in Cognitive and Dialectal Behavior Therapy treatment methods (CBT and DBT). She provides treatment for medication management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, panic attacks, and addiction/substance abuse.Patient InformationIn today’s unique climate, in addition to the need for quick, efficient care, Dr. Wilkinson has broadened her universal, patient-focused approach by implementing telemedicine into her practice.The first session is an initial evaluation which includes the development of a treatment plan. Subsequent sessions include medication management and ongoing evaluation of treatment effectiveness. She provides virtual and in-person treatment sessions.Dr. Carole welcomes you to reach out for any help in mental illness and substance abuse disorders. She wants to help. Call today to schedule your first appointment.