Dr. Ericka Gardener

Ericka is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who treats a wide range of mental health concerns including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, thought disorders, sleep issues, and substance use disorders. She is passionate about providing holistic care and is a fervent client advocate, ensuring that the client's needs are at the center of care and ensuring that clients are connected to appropriate resources, when gaps in healthcare are identified. Ericka received her Master of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Saint Joseph. Ericka utilizes a person-centered approach to providing care. She is an advocate for providing gender-affirming and culturally sensitive care. In addition to utilizing her exceptional critical thinking skills when evaluating clients, and determining the most appropriate treatment options, Ericka also incorporates therapy modalities into treatment including the following: cognitive …behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused interventions. Everyone experiences challenges at some point in life. No one should feel alone in navigating through life's trials. Ericka's life motto is, "You grow through what you go through." Ericka would love to assist you in navigating life's challenges. If you feel that Ericka's values as a provider would be a great fit for you, please schedule an appointment with her today.