Meet Our Provider

I am Dr. Rickiesha A. Evans, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping people feel seen, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey. My path in healthcare began over a decade ago, and it has taken me through critical care units, behavioral health settings, travel nursing across the country, and ultimately into advanced psychiatric practice. Each of these steps has shaped the way that I show up for my patients today; with compassion, curiosity, and a commitment to evidence-based care.

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I earned my BSN from Northwestern State University and later completed both my MSN and Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of South Alabama. My doctoral work focuses on shared decision-making and improving treatment engagement for individuals living with depression and anxiety. That focus reflects my core belief: healing works best when patients feel like partners in their care, not bystanders. 

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I've had the privilege of serving diverse communities, from adolescents and older adults to individuals in long-term care and even those housed in detention centers. These experiences taught me that every person's story matters, and every person deserves care that honors their dignity and lived experience.

 

Outside of clinical work, I am deeply involved in community service and leadership through several professional organizations. Mentoring, educating, and uplifting others is a core part of who I am. 

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At the heart of my practice is a simple goal: to create a safe, welcoming, convenient space where you can breath, be honest, and begin your healing journey one step at a time.