Amethyst

Ms Amethyst Maxey

Professional Nurse

“I have been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for the last 3 years. Prior to obtaining my Master’s degree, I worked as a Registered Nurse for 10 years in several different settings.”

About Me

I support individuals seeking to understand and navigate their health and well-being. Drawing on over a decade of nursing experience across diverse settings, I help you explore your unique challenges. My background means I understand varied health landscapes, offering a grounded and collaborative approach. We can work together to find practical ways forward, ensuring you feel truly heard.

Approach

With over a decade of nursing expertise, my approach blends practical experience with compassionate care to address your unique challenges. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, ADHD, or trauma, I offer psych and diagnostic assessments and consultations to guide our journey. Based in Chicago, I provide both in-person and online options for adult clients. Let's explore your path to wellness together, ensuring you feel truly understood and supported in every step forward
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

Works With:

  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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  • Sleep Problems

    Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Professional Nurse

    A registered nurse who may work in mental health settings, providing nursing care and support to people with psychological conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

FNP-C

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Qualifications

Chamberlain University - College of Nursing

Service Areas

Amethyst Maxey, FNP-C

In-person & Online

Chicago, Illinois

United States

Chicago, United States