Julie Palmer, DNP, PMHNP,
About Julie Palmer (She/Her)
Julie Palmer, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is committed to providing compassionate psychiatric care to individuals across Pennsylvania. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment, Julie collaborates closely with her clients to develop personalized care plans that address their unique mental health needs. She recognizes that each person’s journey is different and emphasizes a holistic approach that fosters resilience and promotes overall well-being. Julie specializes in treating a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD. She is particularly passionate about working with individuals struggling with ADHD as she is ADHD certified. By incorporating evidence-based practices and medication management, she aims to empower her clients, helping them regain control over their lives and navigate the complexities of their mental health. In addition to her expertise in individual therapy, Julie is skilled in managing psychiatric medications for various age groups, including children and adolescents aged 0-14. She understands the importance of addressing childhood behavior issues and school avoidance, ensuring that young clients receive the support they need to thrive both academically and emotionally. Her work with adults encompasses a wide spectrum of mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and sleep disorders, making her a versatile practitioner capable of addressing diverse client needs. Outside of her professional life, Julie enjoys traveling and exploring new places with friends and family. She treasures her time with her two daughters and her dogs, embracing the joy and inspiration they bring to her life. Julie also has a keen interest in fashion and shopping, often finding creative outlets in these pursuits.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 3-64
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- ADHD
- Childhood ADHD, attention or focus issues
- Childhood behavioral issues
- School behavioral issues
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Autism spectrum & neurodivergence
- Autism with developmental delay
- Autism: requires some assistance
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- 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
- Emotional abuse
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gender affirming care evaluations
- Gender identity & mental health
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Hallucinations
- Intellectual disability (caregiver-supported care)
- Intellectual disability (living independently)
- Intense mood changes
- Learning challenges
- LGBTQ+
- Medical or surgical evaluations
- Men's health/issues
- Mental health during perimenopause
- Mental health related to pregnancy & reproductive health
- Military, veteran, and first responder mental health
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
- Personality disorders & related conditions
- Phobias
- PMS & PMDD
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School avoidance
- Self-esteem
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stress management
- Stress related to discrimination & social injustice
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Allied Trades Assistance Program
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Highmark Blue Shield
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- SVCMC US Family Health Plan
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- UPMC
Languages
- English
Education
- Robert Morris Univertsity
Locations
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Questions About
Julie Palmer
Please call us at 412-206-0123 to schedule an appointment with Julie Palmer.
Julie Palmer generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call 412-206-0123 to find out Julie Palmer'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 Julie Palmer:
- Aetna
- Allied Trades Assistance Program
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Highmark Blue Shield
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- SVCMC US Family Health Plan
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- UPMC
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 412-206-0123 to see how we can help.
Yes, Julie Palmer is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Julie Palmer works at:
Yes, Julie Palmer does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Julie Palmer is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: