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Psychiatry in Mount Juliet, Tennessee Kara Darretta, Nurse Practitioner

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-64

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Kara Darretta, Nurse Practitioner

Kara Darretta, DNP, PMHNP

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression/feeling down
Intense mood changes
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Stress management
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Dr. Kara Darretta is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Indiana University, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Valparaiso University, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where she was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing. Dr Darretta’s experience working with individuals of all ages spans anxiety and mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, thought disorders, substance abuse, and personality disorders. She also has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr Darretta strives to meet individuals where they are and help them meet their goals through an individualized treatment plan. She believes a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for effective treatment. Dr Darretta brings warmth, empathy, and strong clinical decision-making skills to the therapeutic relationship.

In her spare time, Dr Darretta enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her husband and two mini Goldendoodles (Oakley and Dexter). She is also a huge fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles!

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Intense mood changes
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Trauma & PTSD

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of Tennessee Health Science Center

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Ms. Kara is so sweet and is determined to help you have a better quality of life. Love her and all she's done for me!!! Thank you Ms. Kara DARRETTA!!!
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