Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Michael F. LaVarnway, DO, is a board-certified psychiatrist serving residents throughout the communities of Phoenix, Glendale, Surprise, and Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. LaVarnway brings more than 20 years of experience to 2nd Chance, where he works with individuals struggling with addiction and mental health disorders.
Dr. LaVarnway earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh in Plattsburgh, New York, in 1995 before enrolling in medical school. In 1999, he received his Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of the New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury, New York.
Four years later, Dr. LaVarnway completed a general psychiatry residency at Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York, spending an additional year on consultation and liaison, addiction psychiatry, and community-based psychiatry.
Suboxone® certified, Dr. LaVarnway treats individuals addicted to prescription opioids and heroin, alcohol, marijuana, and more. He also provides therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mental health disorders.
Outside of his psychiatry role at 2nd Chance, Dr. LaVarnway has served as an instructor at Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, where he provided educational mentorship for physician assistants and medical students during their psychiatry rotations.
Paul Christopher Boulware, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist. at 2nd Chance, an outpatient addiction recovery center with locations in Glendale, Phoenix, and Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Boulware specializes in neuropsychiatry, mood disorders, cognitive decline, and dementia.
Dr. Boulware has always cared about the human condition. Before pursuing medicine, he graduated from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, with a Bachelor of Arts in American History and a Bachelor of Arts in English.
Dr. Boulware received his medical degree in 2002 from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. He went on to complete the Montgomery Internal Medicine Training Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
A passionate learner, Dr. Boulware then completed a residency in nuclear medicine at Emory University, located in Atlanta, followed by a residency in radiology at the University of Oklahoma, in Norman, Oklahoma. Finally, he practiced as a resident in psychiatry at the John Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore.
Over the years, Dr. Boulware has received numerous honors for his studies and work, including the 2003 Terry Hale Intern of the Year Award at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Dr. Boulware finds his work at 2nd Chance to be incredibly rewarding, and he seeks close ties with his professional community so that he can continue to help his patients recover their lives using the latest and best methods and medications.
To that end, he’s also a member of the American Psychiatric Association, Arizona Psychiatric Society, Maryland Psychiatric Association, the Society of Nuclear Medicine, and the American Medical Association.
“DR. BULWARE IS ALWAYS VERY PROFIONAL.HE WILL GIVE YOU HIS INDIVIDED ATTION AT AL TIMES
I FIND HOM TO BE THE BEST AND HIS PROFSION I HAD AS MENTAL HEALTH DR I HAD TO SEE AND SEE THAT SAYS ALOT SINCE I CAME HERE FROM N.Y. CITY. I RECOMMENDED DR. DR BULWARE TO SOME OF MY FRIENDAS. I ALSO RECOMMENDED HIM TO ME EX-WIFE.WHO GOING TO SEE HIM HIM ON THURSDAY.”
Dr. Paul Boulware, MD
Psychiatrist
13331 W. Indian School Road
Suite B203
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
4.88(9)
4.87
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Monica Booth, PMHNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 9.2 mi
4.87(8)
13331 W. Indian School Road
Suite B203
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Monica earned her RN degree from Gateway College and gained extensive experience working in various departments at local hospitals throughout Phoenix. She later attended the University of Phoenix, where she completed her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). After several years of practicing as an FNP and observing many of her patients struggle with mental health conditions, she pursued further education at Eastern Kentucky University, earning her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree.
A long-time Arizona resident, Monica has lived in Phoenix for 25 years. She believes in providing holistic care by addressing not only medical and mental health needs but also assessing socioeconomic barriers and stressors that impact overall well-being. Her goal is to help individuals overcome these challenges, fostering both mental and medical stability.
When Monica isn’t working, she enjoys reading, interior and landscape design, exercising, spending time outdoors, baking, cooking, crafting, traveling, and gardening. Her greatest joy comes from spending quality time with her children and family, often visiting Disney Parks or cheering on the Arizona Diamondbacks at baseball games.
Rebecca Shaw, PMHNP- BC, is a caring, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who specializes in treating addiction and mental health disorders. She sees patients out of the Queen Creek and Gilbert, Arizona, offices of 2nd Chance.
With over 10 years of experience in treating substance use and opiate use disorders, Rebecca is passionate about helping people who struggle with addiction and mental health find hope, recovery, and self-empowerment. Rebecca graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with her Masters in Nursing with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health. She received her BSN from Chamberlain University in 2012.
For many years, Rebecca worked as the Director of Nursing for detox and inpatient facilities. She uses empathy and understanding to help people begin their journey into recovery while addressing relapse symptoms. She is experienced in treating young adults, adults, and geriatrics in both substance use and mental health treatment.
As someone born and raised in Arizona, Rebecca has witnessed the growing need for increased access to mental health and addiction providers throughout the state. She is grateful to be of service and looks forward to helping people find hope and healing.
Sarah Smith is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who graduated from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyoming in 2017 with a Doctorates of Nursing Practice. After graduating, Mrs. Smith spent two and a half years working in a community mental health clinic in Gillette, Wyoming.
Prior to becoming a provider, Mrs. Smith had been a registered nurse since 2010. She spent four years working as a Medical/Surgical nurse and three years working as a behavioral health nurse. This experience taught her how to be an active listener and patient advocate.
Mrs. Smith moved to Gillette, Wyoming in 2011 to be with her husband. She has found access to mental health and substance abuse treatment to be lacking in Wyoming. She continues to provide mental health treatment in Gillette, WY as she strives to improve access to those in need of care.
Our principal, DR. STEPHANIE FUMI HANCOCK is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health(PMHNP-BC) Dr. of Nurse Practice, TEDxTALK Speaker, 16x Bestselling Author, and an Award-winning Podcaster. She is known globally as Your Compassionate Trauma Care Maestro™ and Global VIsion Midwife™ who uses Rehabilitative Storytelling to move hurting people from Trauma to Recovery™. In addition, she is one of the first cohorts, the Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship. Dr. Hancock, DNP has been featured on various media outlets such as TV-CBS9, Radio- iHeartRadio.
She writes, "Our staff is patient, empowering, and dedicated to YOUR CARE. POB Psychiatry is a safe haven from Recovery and Wellness Flow™".
Originally from Jamaica, currently residing in west central Florida, I am a dual Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of experience in healthcare. This experience is inclusive of Emergency room, Trauma, and Intensive care as a Registered Nurse, addiction medicine, primary care, Urgent care, community health, infectious disease, Psychiatry/ behavioral health, and pediatrics, among other subspecialties as a nurse practitioner.
I discovered my passion for mental health during my work in emergency departments nationwide, working as a community health nurse practitioner with the homeless community in South Florida, and as a pediatric urgent care nurse practitioner treating unaccompanied minors in Texas. In these positions, I was made fully aware of the significant presence of individuals with unaddressed trauma, and mental health conditions due to the stigma, and limited access to treatment.
Doctorate of Nursing practice in psychiatric mental health.
I am a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in Arizona. I have been in this profession for 25 years. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my amazing family and friends. I enjoy travel and seeing new people, places and experiences. I love animals and am a devoted pet person. I care about the community regardless of race, nationality, identity, or religion. My goal is to empower all people to understand that mental health affects everyone. I have come to know that trauma has a significant influence on a patient's life and how trauma affects one's well-being and oftentimes leads to issues with addiction. I have extensive experience in working with depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. I believe in providing hope, respect, and compassion to those I treat. Most of my experience has been in medication management for these mental health issues.
Shawn is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. He has been in the psychiatric nursing specialty for over 14 years. He is experienced in providing care for individuals requesting treatment for mental health and substance use disorders utilizing evidence-based methodology. He provides evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing follow-up, and psychopharmacological treatment.
Hello! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I understand the challenges that individuals face when seeking mental health support. Drawing from my own experience with addiction and a comprehensive healthcare background, I offer a unique blend of empathy and expertise to guide you through your recovery. Though my practice concentrates on those with a dual-diagnosis, I treat patients with a variety of mental health conditions.
I believe in a personalized approach to psychiatric medication management, with a focus on evidence-based treatment and individualized care. I offer flexible online appointments, designed to make it easy and convenient to manage your medication regimen. All prescriptions will be sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy, ensuring a seamless experience for you. I am devoted to helping you reach your treatment goals. Remember, your mental health matters!
“I’ve been through a lot of different specialists until I found Preston, Ive been seeing him for the last 3 years and the last 3 years I have been and stayed clean. Thank you for all you do for me and caring!”
Preston Eyerman, Pmhnp-BC
Psychiatrist
Telehealth
Phoenix, AZ 85013
5.0(9)
5.0
(29)
Jacinta Madu, APRN-CNP PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist 10.6 mi
Jacinta Madu is a board-certified family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 15 years of experience in mental health. I have a passion for mental health. As a PMHNP, I work with clients through compassion, empathy, respect, humility, and hope to restore dignity and reduce mental health stigma. I enjoy treating patients with all kinds of mental illness including but not limited to depression, anxiety, adhd, bipolar, and psychosis. My compassion and nonjudgmental approach working with individuals and families builds hope and reduces mental health sigma.
“Dr. Jacinta is an extraordinary therapist whose compassion, insight, and professionalism are truly unmatched. From the very first session, she created a safe, supportive space where I felt heard, valued, and respected. Her ability to listen deeply while offering thoughtful, constructive guidance has been instrumental in my healing journey. She doesn’t just go through the motions—she genuinely cares and connects in a way that is rare and deeply impactful.”
Jacinta Madu, APRN-CNP PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist
7600 N 15th St.
Suite 150
Phoenix, AZ 85020
5.0(29)
Dr. Vinodh Narayanan, MD
Psychiatrist 11.2 mi
3330 North Second Street
Ste 402
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Srinivas Dannaram, MD, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Desert View Counseling & Consulting in Phoenix and Peoria, Arizona. He has over 20 years of experience in psychiatry.
Dr. Dannaram is dual board-certified in child and adolescent psychiatry and adult psychiatry. He has training and work experience in both the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States of America.
Dr. Srinivas Dannaram has experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental and behavioral health issues in children, adolescents, and adults. He has a particular interest in early diagnosis and treatment of children and adolescents with ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, autism, and intellectual impairment. He has experience working with adolescents and early adults with prodrome (early onset symptoms), schizophrenia (psychosis), and bipolar disorder (mood disorders).
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Dannaram and the team at Desert View Counseling & Consulting, call the nearest office or request an appointment online today.
I specialize in children (5+), adolescent, young adult + perinatal psychiatry! I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, specializing in evaluations and medication management for complex trauma, mood disorders, anxiety and ADHD. After a thorough evaluation, we can help you find the right medication for you or your child - ideally with the least amount of risk and side effects. We can also touch base on appropriate supplements and lifestyle modifications to make sure you are on the path to wellness. Those pregnant/postpartum - I can help you decide on safe medication options for pregnancy & breastfeeding!
Connection with your provider is so important. We are currently only doing telepsychiatry. I'm upbeat, open & quirky so usually people connect pretty well with me! I definitely want to meet your dog/cat/pet, and I'll probably want to talk to them to tell them how cute they are. I'm not kidding.. I am also extremely passionate about social justice!
“Paperflower has helped me immensely with my ADHD. I was struggling with my meds before I came to them and they helped switch me to something that works better. They are amazing!”
Dr. Maria Ingalla, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist
14040 N Cave Creek Rd
Suite 301
Phoenix, AZ 85022
5.0(18)
5.0
(82)
Dr. Breanna Chamoff, CPNP, PMHNP
Psychiatrist 11.6 mi
Bre (like the cheese) Chamoff (She/Her) is triple board certified in pediatric primary care, pediatric critical care, and psychiatric mental health. She has been a nurse practitioner for over a decade working in various pediatric settings. She is passionate about care for kids, adolescents, and young adults.
Her prescribing philosophy is meds are not first line, unless they absolutely need to be. The team effort between provider and patient is to get that spark back, let your beams shine bright, and use all options to get there. She commonly says her “drug of choice” is human connection, and this certainly bodes well for fostering a team approach with her patients to make a plan that suits them.
Tatiana Sanabria is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She completed her clinical training at Massachusetts General Hospital, ranked as the 3rd best psychiatric hospital in the United States, and worked as a nurse at McLean Hospital in Massachusetts, which is a renowned facility that has been named #1 for psychiatric care in the United States.
She is passionate about providing care that is inclusive, collaborative, trauma-informed, and led by social justice. Tatiana specializes in working with young adults, and individuals from marginalized communities (e.g. POC, LGBTQIA+). She believes that you know your experience better than anyone else; therefore, her aim is to better understand it in order to provide treatment options that are individualized to your needs.
She is welcoming, compassionate, and brings a calm aura. As a plus, she will happily meet any and all of your pets!
“Tatiana is extremely patient. I’m happy to have someone who is able to listen to me and asks in depth questions to get a concrete grasp of what I try to express.”
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