Shannon Hoey, FNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Clinician | she/her
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Ask me about…
Mental health treatment options and what to expect
Anxiety, mood changes, and emotional well-being
ADHD, autism, and neurodivergent mental health needs
Trauma, stress, and nervous system balance
The connection between physical health and mental health
Sleep, energy, and stress management
LGBTQ+ affirming mental health care
Addiction treatment and recovery support
Clinical Interests:
My clinical interests center on integrative, whole-person approaches to mental health that consider the complex relationship between emotional well-being, physical health, hormones, stress, and life experiences. I am especially interested in supporting individuals whose symptoms feel layered, long-standing, or difficult to treat, and in providing thoughtful, individualized care that promotes meaningful and lasting improvement. I also value gender-affirming care and the important role it plays in mental health, self-understanding, and overall quality of life. My focus is on creating inclusive, respectful care that supports clients across diverse identities and evolving needs.
Language(s) spoken:
English
Licensed in:
Massachusetts
I take time to understand my clients’ stories, goals, and lived experiences so we can work together to find treatment approaches that truly support their mental health. I provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management with a collaborative, client-centered approach. I work with individuals experiencing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as anxiety-related conditions including OCD, panic disorder, and social anxiety. I am especially attentive to how stress, physical health, and life transitions can influence mental well-being, and I take time to understand each person’s unique experience. My approach emphasizes thoughtful, individualized treatment planning, clear communication, and shared decision-making. I am committed to providing affirming, respectful psychiatric care for individuals across diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, with the goal of finding treatment strategies that feel supportive, sustainable, and aligned with each client’s needs.
What brought you into this field?
I was drawn to psychiatric nursing through my work as a nurse practitioner, where I repeatedly saw how deeply mental health affects every aspect of physical health, relationships, and quality of life. I am especially passionate about creating a space where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. My goal is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric treatment while honoring each person’s lived experience.
Counseling style:
My counseling style is collaborative, supportive, and non-judgmental. I believe in meeting people where they are and working together to develop realistic, individualized treatment plans. I incorporate psychoeducation, skills-based approaches, and gentle exploration of patterns while maintaining a warm, grounded, and transparent therapeutic presence.
Modalities:
My approach is structured yet flexible, with an emphasis on clear communication, education, and shared decision-making. Sessions are focused on understanding symptoms in context, reviewing treatment options in a straightforward way, and developing plans that feel manageable and realistic. I aim to create a calm, supportive environment where clients feel informed, involved, and supported as their care evolves over time.
Specializations:
I work with individuals experiencing mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder, as well as anxiety-related conditions such as OCD, panic disorder, and social anxiety, and I also support neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism. I am especially drawn to care that considers how stress, physical health, and life transitions influence mental well-being. I focus on thoughtful, individualized treatment that supports stability and insight over time. My work is grounded in providing affirming psychiatric care for individuals across diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, with attention to each person’s unique experiences and needs.
Education:
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, followed by a Master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Simmons University. I then completed a Post-Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Maryville University. I have spent the past nine years working in medical settings throughout the Greater New England area, caring for patients across a wide range of clinical and life experiences.
Past Experience:
I have experience providing psychiatric evaluation and medication management in outpatient medical and mental health settings, working with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, trauma-related concerns, and complex emotional stressors. My background includes caring for people with overlapping mental health and medical needs, which has shaped a thoughtful and flexible approach to treatment planning. I have also worked with individuals navigating substance use concerns and chronic pain, allowing me to better understand how these experiences can impact mental health without defining it.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals across diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, including clients who are initiating or actively receiving gender-affirming care. This work has included collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external supports to help patients navigate mental health needs, medical care, and, when necessary, documentation related to medical leave or disability during periods of treatment or recovery. My experience is grounded in providing affirming, respectful care that supports clients through both clinical and life transitions.
Trainings:
My training as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner includes comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management across a range of mental health conditions. I also have training as a Family Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to consider medical contributors to mental health such as chronic illnesses, hormonal changes, and overall physical wellness. I have experience incorporating functional and integrative medicine principles, including the use of targeted supplementation, herbal supports, and hormone-related care when clinically appropriate. This combined training supports a balanced approach that integrates medical, psychiatric, and lifestyle factors to promote long-term well-being.