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Thao Nguyen, Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatry in Sacramento, California

Thao Nguyen, Nurse Practitioner

Specialties:
Anxiety Depression/feeling down Hallucinations +55
Provider Gender: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 11-75+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Phuong-Thao Nguyen, NP, PTNL, RN, is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care to individuals across Illinois. She specializes in supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors who are navigating challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders. Through a holistic approach, she tailors treatment plans that integrate evidence-based therapies and medication management to help patients regain stability and improve their quality of life. Whether addressing life transitions, grief, or gender identity concerns, Phuong-Thao creates a supportive and affirming environment where patients feel empowered to heal.

With a particular passion for treating PTSD, psychosis, and eating disorders, Phuong-Thao is committed to helping individuals manage complex mental health conditions. She understands the profound impact that trauma and severe mental illness can have on daily life and works closely with her patients to develop personalized strategies for coping and recovery. Her expertise extends to those struggling with school avoidance and sleep disorders, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care that meets their unique needs.

Phuong-Thao offers a range of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Her work extends to diverse populations, including individuals on the autism spectrum, LGBTQ+ individuals, and military veterans, ensuring inclusive and specialized care.

With 27 years of experience in the mental health field, Phuong-Thao brings a deep understanding of psychiatric care to her practice. She holds board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has worked with individuals from all walks of life, including those in correctional settings. She strongly believes in the power of early intervention and the combination of pharmaceutical and psychotherapeutic treatments to foster resilience and improve long-term outcomes.

Outside of her professional life, Phuong-Thao enjoys gardening, cooking, and watching movies. These hobbies reflect her commitment to balance and well-being, values she integrates into her therapeutic approach.

Provider Introduction

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Anxiety
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Hallucinations
  • Panic attacks
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs
  • ADHD
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Caregiving
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Dementia & memory issues
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Drug/substance use
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Eating issues: food deprivation
  • Eating issues: purging/regurgitating
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • First responder stress
  • Gambling
  • Gender identity
  • Grief & loss
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intense mood changes
  • LGBTQ+
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Phobias
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • School avoidance
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English
  • Vietnamese

Education

  • California State University - Hayward

  • Orange Coast College

  • Northern Kentucky University

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Thao Nguyen, Nurse Practitioner

Thao Nguyen

Psychiatry in Sacramento, California

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