Jennifer

Jennifer Atkinson

Professional Nurse

“I have true understanding of the role mental health plays in our overall health and the importance it has at every stage in life. I treat adult patients ages 18-65, providing personalized care plans to meet the needs and goals of each patient.”

About Me

I understand how deeply mental health impacts your overall well-being at every stage of life. For adults aged 18-65, I craft personalised care plans designed to meet your unique needs and goals. This approach ensures your support is truly aligned with what matters most to you. I partner with you to foster mental clarity and overall health.

Approach

Your priorities shape each session, so I move at a practical, steady pace that balances focused exploration with clear steps forward. In my Houston office and via secure online sessions in English, we use assessments to clarify patterns, set small experiments between meetings, and refine approaches as symptoms and goals evolve. Sessions blend direct skill-building for concentration, stress management, and coping with loss with reflective processing to track progress. Many adults seeking steady, evidence-based support find this collaborative rhythm helpful.
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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.

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Consultation

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

  • Social Work

    A profession that supports individuals and families with mental health, welfare, housing, and access to community resources.

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  • Mental Health Nursing

    Nursing care specialised in mental health, providing assessment, medication management, and ongoing support for people with psychiatric conditions.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Outpatient Services

    Mental health treatment attended during the day without hospital admission, including therapy sessions and psychiatric appointments.

  • Psychiatry

    A branch of medicine specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, including the prescribing of medication.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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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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  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

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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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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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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

Texas State Board of Professional Counselors

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner–Board Certified

Qualifications

Walden University

Service Areas

One Behavioral

In-person & Online

Houston, Texas

United States

Houston, United States