Today we’d like to introduce you to Marie Hankins.
Hi Marie, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I have been a nurse for roughly ten years. During that time, I worked in many subfields of nursing. I fell in love with psychiatry and how the brain works, so I went back to school and became a psychiatric nurse practitioner. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I worked for various companies that ended up being subpar work environments that didn’t put as much emphasis on patient care as I believed there should be. I wasn’t happy with how the providers were treated, nor was I happy with how the patients were cared for. So, I decided to open my practice where my goal is to give the best possible care to anyone who needs it while also providing a good work environment for those who work here, supporting mental health. When I became a nurse ten plus years ago, I promised myself that I would care for anyone in need of help. Today, I can do this with the support of my friends, family, and loyal patients. For any more details, please feel free to call me at 561-576-9404.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Opening my practice has not been the smoothest journey. There have been many ups and downs, but I am passionate about what I do, so I didn’t let road bumps get in the way. Issues ranged from establishing myself as a business entity, getting all my licensing in order, and ensuring I was in good legal standing. Of course, there are risks to starting any business, but the benefits make it worth fighting for.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about MindSpa Psychiatry?
We are a small private practice offering psychiatric telemedicine services for those who suffer from depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and other mental health disorders. We are female-owned and operated by a nurse practitioner striving to change the face of psychiatry. We treat patients across the state of Florida by providing medication management and supportive psychotherapy services.
We love surprises, fun facts, and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Medical doctors operate most health clinics, focusing on a very clinical approach. MindSpa is directed by a nurse practitioner, which makes this practice unique. Nurses tend to have a patient-care-centered system. It’s rare to see nurses take on this role and open up their own practice, and there are a lot of hurdles to overcome to be seen as equal. We hope that this practice inspires other nurses to take the lead in healthcare, fill in the gap in a sometimes-broken system, and change how healthcare is managed! The goal is to help our patients and give them the care they need, especially when it comes to mental health. Nurses bring light, laughter, and warmth, so it’s exciting to see them as leaders.
Pricing:
MindSpa accepts Aetna, Cigna, United, Oscar, and Oxford, and is in the process of contracting with many more insurance companies, some of which require $0 co-pays. We also offer affordable out-of-pocket pricing, which is lower than most other practices in the area. For new patients, the initial evaluation is $200, while follow-ups are $150. We try to make it as stress-free as possible.
Contact Info:
- Phone: 561-576-9404
- Email: info@mindspapsych.com
- Website: www.MindSpatelemed.com
- Instagram: MindSpa_psych
- Facebook: mindspapsych
