by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Mar 19, 2026 | Thoughts and Reflections
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I’ve learned that one of the most important things you can do is embrace the “I don’t know yet” mindset. This approach means recognizing the limits of your current knowledge and staying open to learning new things, which is crucial...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Mar 17, 2026 | Clinical support resources
I don’t know about you, but one of my least favorite parts of being a psych NP has always been charting. 😩 Seriously—the bane of my existence. I’ve had a lot of practice charting across various settings I’ve worked in (community mental health, outpatient, tribal...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Mar 12, 2026 | Clinical support resources, Transition into Practice Tips & Resources
Around my house, I’m known for two things: my inability to cook and my ability to reduce stress while treating mental disorders. I’m not going to force my (terrible) lasagna recipe on you, but I am going to share a few practical resources that help me—and might help...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Mar 10, 2026 | Prescribing tips for treating mental disorders
Every week, I set aside time to read about diagnosing and treating mental disorders so I can keep improving. This week’s topic? Folate and its role in depression. If you’ve ever had a patient present for a psych eval and rattle off the handful of supplements they...
by Claire Ellerbrock, DNP, PMHNP | Mar 3, 2026 | Clinical support resources
Let’s be honest—whether you’re juggling a busy patient caseload or trying to keep your life in order outside of work, there’s not always time to sit down with a textbook or a new set of clinical guidelines. But staying clinically sharp—especially around nuanced...