Andrew Harris, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(he/him)
Practice Location:
Willow Lawn & Virtual
Ages Treated:
Adults: 18+
Primary Areas of Clinical Interest & Expertise:
· ADHD
· Mood Disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder
· Anxiety
· PTSD
Education:
College of William & Mary: BA
Virginia Commonwealth University: BSN
University of Virginia: MSN
Licenses and Certifications:
Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified - Virginia # 0024187084
Background:
Andrew is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed to diagnose and treat mental illness. He is comfortable working with all ages and has experience helping people with conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and ADHD. His chief tool is medication, but he is also an enthusiastic advocate of non-pharmacologic tools like mindfulness, therapy, and “natural” supplements.
Andrew graduated with his Masters of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health at the University of Virginia in 2021, following eight years of nursing experience that included eldercare, oncology, physical rehabilitation, and pediatric psychiatry. As an NP student, Andrew completed his studies by working at outpatient practices with children, adolescents, and adults, with a notable emphasis on LGBTQ clients.
Andrew received his training as a nurse at Virginia Commonwealth University. Before that, he studied English at the College of William & Mary and worked in teaching, journalism, and copy editing in the United States and South Korea.
Andrew is a native of Danville, Virginia. An avid reader and lifelong learner, he also likes to travel, hike, swim, garden, meditate, and play tabletop board games with his buddies.
Insurance:
While Andrew is contracted with the following insurance payers, we recommend contacting your insurance company to determine if your plan has any restrictions or limitations:
- Anthem (Commercial and Medicaid)
- Aetna (Commercial)
- Cigna
- Molina Complete Care of Virginia Medicaid
- Optima (Commercial and Medicaid)
- Optum/ UnitedHealthcare (Commercial and Medicaid)