Kara Carter
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
License: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Language: English
Serving In: Illinois | Ohio
Years of Experience: 13+ years
Specialties
- Health and Wellness Counseling
- ADHD — evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management
- Anxiety Disorders — generalized anxiety, panic, school anxiety, social anxiety
- Depression — major depression, dysthymia, mood symptoms
- Autism‑Related Support — emotional regulation, behavior, co‑occurring symptoms
- Trauma & PTSD — trauma‑related symptoms, stress responses
- Behavioral Concerns — irritability, impulsivity, oppositional behaviors
- Sleep Problems — insomnia, circadian issues
- Addiction / Substance Use — alcohol, cannabis, nicotine, relapse prevention, recovery support
- Medication Management — ongoing psychiatric medication care
- Functional Neurological Disorders
- Developmental Delays, intellectual disability, genetic conditions.
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
Age Groups
- Child 5-10
- Adolescence 11-17
- Adult 18+
About Me:
I’m Kara, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing comprehensive telehealth psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and evidence‑based interventions. My clinical approach is personable, structured, and outcomes‑focused—ensuring patients receive clear guidance and safe care. I specialize in accurate diagnostic formulation, thoughtful treatment planning, and delivering high‑quality care through a professional, patient‑centered lens.