Brandie Fridley, Nurse Practitioner
Brandie Fridley, NP, APRN-NP, helps individuals across Michigan take meaningful steps toward improved mental health through compassionate, evidence-based medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with a wide range of individuals, offering specialized psychiatric support for children ages 0–5 and older adults 65 and above. Whether addressing behavioral concerns in young children or managing mood and cognitive changes later in life, Brandie is dedicated to helping patients and their families navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Brandie brings particular expertise in treating complex mental health conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. She understands that each person’s needs are unique and provides tailored treatment plans that aim to restore balance and foster emotional well-being. With a strong clinical foundation and a warm, approachable style, Brandie supports her patients through every stage of the healing process—whether they are new to mental health care or seeking support after years of difficulty. Brandie is especially passionate about working with individuals navigating issues related to autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and the adoption and foster care system. These areas require an attuned and thoughtful approach to psychiatric care, and Brandie is committed to ensuring that each patient receives respectful, individualized treatment. Her compassionate work with these populations is grounded in an understanding of their unique life experiences and the specialized care they often require. Her broader experience includes treating conditions such as depression, PTSD/trauma, sleep disorders, psychosis, postpartum anxiety and depression, and grief. She also provides care to a diverse range of individuals including first responders, military veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. By focusing on the person as a whole, Brandie aims to empower her patients to regain stability and rediscover a sense of control in their lives. Outside of her clinical work, Brandie enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends—activities that reflect her value of connection and personal growth. These interests help her stay grounded and bring warmth and humanity to her practice.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 6-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Intense mood changes
- Panic attacks
- Stress management
- Ability status
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Autism: requires some assistance
- Autism: requires substantial support
- Body image
- Brain/head injuries (TBI)
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Chronic pain-related issues
- Conditions caused by stress
- Dementia & memory issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Detachment/disconnection
- Dissociative disorders
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Drug/substance use
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Eating issues: binging
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- Ethnic identity
- Fertility
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gambling
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Hallucinations
- Hoarding
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intellectual challenges: generally independent
- Intellectual challenges: requires some assistance
- Intellectual challenges: requires substantial support
- Learning challenges
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Other neurological conditions
- Other women's health concerns
- Parenthood
- Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- PMS & PMDD
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Post-partum depression & anxiety
- Pre-conception
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy loss
- Premarital counseling
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Racial identity
- Religion & spirituality
- Retirement
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School avoidance
- School behavioral issues
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social injustice
- Social skills & communication
- Sports performance
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stroke-related conditions
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Alliance Plan
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
Languages
- English
Education
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Purdue University Global
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Chamberlain University
New patient?
Book Appointment OnlineFrequently Asked
Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Brandie Fridley. You can also call 269-492-6636 to have someone assist you.
Brandie Fridley generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 269-492-6636 to find out Brandie Fridley's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Brandie Fridley:
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Alliance Plan
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 269-492-6636 to see how we can help.
Yes, Brandie Fridley is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Brandie Fridley works at:
Yes, Brandie Fridley does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Brandie Fridley is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: