Erica Silen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
Compassionate mental health care for children, adolescents, and families in a calming and trusting environment.
About
I am a board-certified, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner specializing in diagnosis, medication management, and therapy. Since graduating from Columbia School of Nursing in 2012, I have gained extensive experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of symptoms.
Addressing mental health issues can be scary, especially for children and parents. I work with families to create a calming and trusting environment. Clients and families are encouraged to discuss their wants, needs, and fears, which in turn helps to destigmatize the process.
Trained in motivational interviewing, I incorporate many of the skills I acquired in my daily practice, including active listening, reflection, and meeting clients "where they are at." I conduct a thorough evaluation and use evidence-based practice in order to better target treatment options.
Once the evaluation is completed, I will review the pros and cons of each option and work together with the client to find the best possible course of action. My availability includes some evening and weekend appointments in order to accommodate work and school schedules.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
An interview process to help better understand the symptoms, struggles, weaknesses, strengths, biological factors and psychosocial support and stressors impacting an individual's emotional, social and academic/financial wellbeing.
Medication Management
If determined beneficial and warranted, medication may be part of the treatment. During the first medication management session options will be discussed and risks, benefits, side effects and dosing instructions will be reviewed.
Therapy
Therapy is a fundamental part of mental health treatment and overall wellbeing. While some symptoms can be managed with medication alone, many are best treated with therapy and for some behaviors, there is no pill that will help, and therapy is the only form of treatment. Most often therapy and medication work best in conjunction with each other and together they provide synergistic effects.
Types of Therapy
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
Client Focus
- Children
- Preteens / Tweens
- Adolescents / Teenagers
- Adults (Up to age 65)
Appointment Methods
Face-to-Face Sessions
In-person appointments in a comfortable and private setting.
Telepsychiatry
Video appointments from the comfort of your home.
Specialties
Comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, and families.
Child & Adolescent Care
- Medication Management
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Developmental Disorders
Behavioral Support
- Oppositional Defiance
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Mental Health
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Thinking Disorders
Get in Touch
Schedule an appointment or reach out with any questions. Flexible scheduling available to accommodate your needs.
(646) 397-7305