Dr. Levis Apana, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Apana is a compassionate, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) committed to delivering holistic, evidence-informed mental health care across the lifespan.

I specialize in helping patients like you navigate their mental health struggles, finding the right medication that targets your unique challenges. "I am committed to delivering holistic, evidence-informed mental health care across the lifespan. Helping patients is not just what I do; it is who I am." Together, create a personalized treatment plan to improve symptoms, enhance emotional stability, strengthen coping skills, and improve overall quality of life. I incorporate recovery-oriented principles and motivational strategies to foster patient engagement, autonomy, and long-term stability.

Dr. Apanas's professional experience encompasses comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnosis, and management of conditions such as mood …disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, psychotic disorders, and behavioral health comorbidities. I am proficient in medication management, psychotherapeutic interventions, and crisis stabilization. I pride myself on building therapeutic alliances that honor each patient’s unique story, strengths, and goals.

Dr. Apana sees patients across the lifespan who need support with managing a variety of mental health concerns, including;

• Anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder)
• ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
• Depression
• Mood Challenges (bipolar disorder)
• Personality Disorder (Cluster A, B, and C)
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Schizophrenia
• Psychiatric medication management
•  Mental health education and support

Taking the first step toward better mental health can feel stressful, but you don't have to do it alone. Wherever you are on your path, I will greet you with compassion, respect, and no judgment. If you're ready to start healing and making real, long-term changes, I'd be happy to help you every step of the way.