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Cristina Sertway, APN, PMHNP-BC, is an Advanced Practice Nurse specializing in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry at Clarity Psychiatry Care in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

With over a decade of nursing and psychiatric experience, Cristina quickly realized she had two passions: psychiatry and emergency medicine.

Before entering the nursing field, Cristina obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. Shortly after college, Cristina received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She spent most of her nursing career as an emergency medicine nurse at an urban, level-one trauma center.

Cristina is dual-trained in pediatric and adult emergency nursing care, holding multiple advanced certifications in pediatric and adult resuscitation, disaster management, and trauma care.

Cristina received her graduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and is board-certified as a family psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, practicing in the treatment of both children and adults. 

She specializes in the treatment of chronic and persistent mental illness, childhood psychosis, mood disorders (including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder), eating disorders, trauma, and substance abuse. 

She also specializes in complex pediatric and adult psychopharmacology cases and often utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to patient care when developing treatment plans. 

Cristina is extremely passionate about preserving mental well-being and advocates the importance of preventative mental health care.

At Resilience Mental Health in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, April Ladavac, MD, MPH, and our experienced team provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care to support adults through a wide range of mental health challenges.

The practice focuses on thoughtful medication management and evidence-based treatment for conditions such as anxiety, depression, attention-related concerns, PTSD, and more. Symptoms like low energy, difficulty concentrating, constant worry, mood changes, and feeling overwhelmed can make it hard to function and feel like yourself. While we encourage healthy habits like quality sleep, balanced nutrition, movement, and meaningful connection, we understand that many people benefit from additional support through psychiatric medication.

Mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and everyone’s experience is different. Our team takes a collaborative approach, working closely with you to understand what you’re going through, walk you through your options, and create a plan that feels right for you. We are committed to using current, evidence-based practices to provide high-quality care in a supportive and respectful environment.

Resilience Mental Health is here to help you feel more stable, supported, and like yourself again. Call the office or book an appointment online today.

I am a highly skilled psychiatric nurse practitioner with extensive training and expertise in treating mental health conditions from Mental health viewpoint. My proficiency lies in establishing strong connections with patients and empathetically understanding their unique experiences. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can seek solace and witness a transformative journey in their mental health healing. Regardless of the challenges you are currently facing, there are always alternative approaches we can explore to redefine and improve your mental health care

I am here to support you. I am an ANCC board-certified psychiatric mental health Nurse practitioner and an adult-gerontology Nurse practitioner. She graduated from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and Maryville University. I endeavor to provide individualized, patient-centered and for each individual’s mental health goals as well as help them achieve a full life while incorporating cultural awareness in each individualized care and plan. My dual certification allows me to attend to each patient utilizing a holistic approach. She provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management with particular attention to individual needs, including each patient’s personal history, specific context, stressful or traumatic life experiences or circumstances, and particular concerns about or fears of medications. She approaches each patient with patience, warmth, understanding, and helpful explanations that facilitate treatment.

Nina Patel, CRNP, is a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner at Alpine Psychiatry in King of Prussia (KOP), Pennsylvania. Nina takes pride in providing high-quality, personalized, and comprehensive care to all patients 12 years and up at the adult and child psychiatry practice. She offers both in-person and telemedicine appointments.

In 2019, Nina earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Nursing from Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Next, she received a Bachelor's in Nursing from Anderson University (AU) in Anderson, South Carolina, followed by her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2021, which she also obtained at AU.

Before joining Alpine Psychiatry, Nina worked as a Charge Nurse at Horsham Clinic in Ambler, Pennsylvania.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Nina’s goal is to provide culturally informed mental health care to complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders while having the patient play an active part in decision-making.

She is a committed and diligent professional in developing individualized care plans, collecting and analyzing patient data, and facilitating treatment. She is a highly effective communicator who uses verbal and nonverbal communication techniques with patients, their families, and colleagues.

During her patients’ initial visits, Nina aims to build therapeutic relationships with each individual, including adolescents, adult clients, and families, when providing personalized treatment plans.

Nina is passionate about working with clients, helping them to identify their strengths, and assisting them in working towards their goals.

Robert is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care across the lifespan. He is dedicated to helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, and other mood and behavioral health concerns through a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Robert’s practice philosophy is rooted in treating the whole person—integrating biological, psychological, and social factors to promote lasting mental wellness. He combines clinical expertise with a holistic perspective, emphasizing collaboration, education, and individualized care planning to support each patient’s recovery and resilience.

Before joining Alpine Psychiatry, Robert served in a variety of psychiatric and medical settings, including inpatient and correctional psychiatry, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and critical care nursing. He brings a strong background in acute and chronic psychiatric management, trauma-informed care, and crisis stabilization.

Robert began his career as a critical care nurse at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he developed advanced assessment and leadership skills while caring for medically complex patients in the Cardiac and Vascular ICU. His subsequent work in behavioral health and correctional settings strengthened his ability to connect with diverse populations and provide grounded, evidence-based treatment in high-acuity environments.

Education

• Master of Science in Nursing (PMHNP) - Drexel University of Pennsylvania
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Drexel University of Pennsylvania
• Recognized for academic excellence
• Bachelor of Science in Biology - Millersville University

Languages

• English

Taneestar Cohen is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. She brings seasoned clinical judgment, thoughtful diagnostic insight, and a patient-centered approach to psychiatric care. 

Her professional background includes more than a decade in Sleep Medicine, where she developed a strong understanding of the connection between sleep, mood regulation, cognitive functioning, and overall psychiatric stability. This experience strengthened her ability to recognize clinical patterns that often contribute to complex or overlapping symptom presentations. 

Taneestar earned her Post-Graduate Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Wilkes University and holds Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification from Wilmington University, where she graduated with Honors and was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. 

Her clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based psychopharmacology, careful differential diagnosis, and individualized treatment planning. She takes an integrative approach, considering biological, psychological, and environmental factors when developing comprehensive care strategies tailored to each patient. 

She treats a range of conditions across the adult lifespan, including depression, ADHD, mood disorders, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, trauma-related conditions, and sleep disturbances. In addition to symptom reduction, she prioritizes functional restoration, emotional regulation, cognitive clarity, and long-term stability. 

Known for her attentive listening style and balanced approach to medication management, Taneestar strives to create a safe and respectful environment where patients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their care.

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. I am also a member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. I have over six years of experience working in the field of mental health. I worked in different settings, including psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, community health with PACT, crisis emergency, and inpatient/outpatient detox. In addition, I have worked with adults, children, and adolescents treating various mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, and substance use disorder. My goal is to continue to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients by taking a holistic approach to treating mental health that is individualized, client-focused, and unbiased.

Meyerzon Savely is a dedicated and attentive psychiatrist serving the community of Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Savely attended Belarussian State Medical University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in psychiatry at Elmhurst Hospital Center. He completed his internship in neurology at Minsk State Hospital. Dr. Savely is a part of Medical Mental Arts Center. Patients see him for a variety of reasons, including psychotherapy, depression, anxiety, anger management, schizophrenia, alcoholism and other psychiatric problems. He is certified by the American Board of Medical Acupuncture. Dr. Savely enjoys giving back to his community and has volunteered at the psychiatry department of St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. He treats a range of conditions, and he is eager to help the wider community receive the care they deserve. His approach to his patients is one of diligence, solutions, and relief.

Nataliya Pontone is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and have 10 years of nursing experience in the psychiatric field ranging from child and adult outpatient care to community mental health crisis stabilization and substance abuse treatment. She received her Master degree at Molloy University and immediately started working at Revived Soul medical PC.

Nataliya's focus is on the treatment of mood disorders, trauma, psychotic disorders, substance abuse and chronic mental illness through psychiatric assessment, medication management and brief psychotherapeutic intervention for adult clients ages 18-65. She believes in creating an individualized plan of care that values client involvement, interprofessional collaboration and evidenced-based practice. Her goal goal is for clients to feel empowered to treat their illness through supportive education in a stigma free environment.

A client can expect their initial visit to include a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, determination of treatment goals and education about diagnosis and available treatment options. Nataliya has the pleasure of working alongside many skilled and experienced clinicians and am happy to collaborate and coordinate care with them when appropriate to the clients’ needs.