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Psychiatry in Round Rock, Texas Nathan Gardner, Nurse Practitioner

Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)

Ages Served: 6-64

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Nathan Gardner, Nurse Practitioner

Nathan Gardner, MSN, PMHNP

Specializes In:

ADHD
Attention & focus
Depression/feeling down
Self-esteem
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Nathan Gardner is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. Nathan provides comprehensive mental health care to clients, utilizing his advanced training and expertise in psychiatry and nursing. He conducts thorough assessments to understand the client’s mental health concerns, medical history, and psychosocial factors. Through interviews, observations, and standardized tools, he can arrive at an accurate diagnosis. Based on the assessment, Nathan will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to the client’s unique needs. This plan may include medication management, therapy, lifestyle changes, and other interventions. If medications are deemed necessary, Nathan can prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications to help alleviate symptoms and improve the client’s overall mental well-being.

He provides the client with information about their condition, treatment options, and coping strategies. Empowering the client with knowledge helps them actively participate in their recovery. Nathan works collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, and physicians, to ensure comprehensive care. If specialized services are required, he can provide appropriate referrals. Nathan will regularly monitor the client’s progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed. Regular follow-up appointments are essential to ensure that the client is responding positively to the interventions. He can be an advocate for his clients, ensuring they receive the appropriate care and support within the healthcare system and their communities. Apart from addressing mental health issues, Nathan will encourage the client to adopt a holistic approach to wellness, emphasizing the importance of self-care, healthy lifestyle choices, and social support.

Overall, Nathan’s goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to support his clients in their journey towards improved mental health and overall well-being. Nathan’s family holds a profound place in his life. Spending quality time with loved ones provides a source of joy, support, and a sense of belonging. Strengthening these meaningful relationships fosters emotional well-being and helps him maintain a healthy work-life balance. He finds great fulfillment in various activities that contribute to his overall well-being and enrich his life outside of work. One of his significant interests is watching movies. Cinema, as an art form, captivates him with its ability to tell compelling stories, evoke emotions, and offer insights into diverse perspectives. This hobby serves as a means of relaxation and entertainment, allowing him to unwind and momentarily escape from the demands of everyday life.

In addition to his love for film, he has a passion for roasting coffee. This specialized hobby enables him to explore the intricacies of coffee bean selection, the art of roasting, and the refinement of flavor profiles. The process of roasting coffee beans has become a rewarding and enjoyable endeavor, and it has enhanced his appreciation for the nuances of coffee brewing. By engaging in these hobbies and personal passions, he is able to recharge, pursue creative endeavors, and maintain a holistic approach to life. They not only contribute to his personal growth and happiness but also enrich his professional life by fostering a sense of balance and fulfillment. His commitment to his family and their well-being plays a central role in maintaining that equilibrium, allowing him to navigate life’s journey with a sense of purpose and contentment.

Nathan Gardner can meet with non-English speakers by using a translation service.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • ADHD
  • Attention & focus
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Self-esteem
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Autism: requires some assistance
  • Autism: requires substantial support
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Childhood behavioral issues
  • 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
  • Eating issues: food deprivation
  • Eating issues: purging/regurgitating
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • Family conflict
  • First responder stress
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Hallucinations
  • Hoarding
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Intellectual challenges: requires some assistance
  • Intellectual challenges: requires substantial support
  • Intense mood changes
  • Learning challenges
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Premarital counseling
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • School avoidance
  • School behavioral issues
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Midwestern State University - School of Nursing

FAQs

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Nathan Gardner, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, has been a lifesaver. I have retired from the military and trusted the VA for help and support. When I couldn't get in to see the VA for another three months, I was afforded the opportunity to see Nathan. Unlike Veteran Affairs, I was not shuffled around from one person to another to get simple care or felt like I was under pressure to solve all my problems in less than two minutes in a video call. Nathan is gifted, very intelligent, easy to speak with, and down-to-earth. He will take his time to truly understand you and the hardest times that you may be going through. It's like talking to a good old friend you've known for years who just wants to help you get what your going though so you can move on to a normal life. Nathan is very strategic in approaching a problem to address your issues. Most of all, Nathan has many different ways he can approach and solve whatever you might be going through. Communication by email is simple and very responsive, with answers and questions given the day you send a message. After spending many years in the military, Nathan is a provider I wish I had access to when I was serving. As a Veteran, I just say enough how much Nathan means to me and my family in my mental health.
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Paul O.

Paul O.

Feb 13, 2025
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I cannot recommend Nathan Gardner, NP, highly enough. From our very first appointment, Nathan brought a sense of calm, compassion, and deep understanding that made me feel genuinely seen and heard. He listens without judgment, asks thoughtful questions, and truly collaborates in building a care plan that respects both my mental health goals and my lived experience. What sets Nathan apart is his rare blend of clinical expertise and heartfelt empathy. He takes time to explain medication options and side effects, never rushing the process and always ensuring I feel informed and empowered. He also checks in with care that goes beyond the typical—he remembers what matters to me and follows up like someone who really cares about my wellbeing. Nathan has played a major role in my healing journey. His support has been steady, gentle, and affirming, and I always leave our sessions feeling more grounded and hopeful. If you’re looking for a psychiatric provider who is not only knowledgeable but also kind, validating, and down-to-earth, Nathan Gardner is the one. He’s truly a gem in the field.
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Amelia S.

Amelia S.

May 29, 2025
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My Doctor is Nathan Gardner. Today was the first in office visit. The staff were extremely polite and respectful. Making sure that I had everything that I needed while I waited for my appointment. A couple of minutes later Dr. Gardner opened the door and asked me back to his office. It’s a corner office with lots of natural lighting making it a relaxing setting. Making sure that I was comfortable, he asked a few questions and I gave him my answers. I asked a few questions and he answered them. All in all, I want to say it is one of the best, if not the best doctor’s office visit I have ever experienced. Do you know Dr. Gardner, you were the first person I spoke with in person today, I was already in a pretty good mood. The office visit with you set the pace for the day and I’ve been having a really great one! Thanks, Dr. Gardner.
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Mark B.

Mark B.

Dec 16, 2024
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Dr. Gardner literally saved my sanity and has put me on the road to be able to deal with the loss of my son and the other depressions that I have had all my life. He is exceptional. He is compassionate and he is everything I have needed to find in a doctor And I will highly recommend him. He he has my medications that I’ve never tried, and I actually have brought me back to the way. I usually am as a person as myself, and I will always contact him because I feel his sincerity for my growth.
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Sep 02, 2025
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Im very satisfied with the care lifestance have procided to me. There is a lot of positive changes and improment in many aspect of my life sense my first visit and that makes me feel good about my choice. The empaty and the treatment I've received so far is Great and I strongly recomend Dr. Nathan he is very professional and gives a very friendly and comfortable vibe so it feels safe to have a provider like him.
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Thalia Melgarejo G.

Oct 24, 2025
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This is only my second visit with Dr. Gardner but he seems concerned with finding me a good outcome with my medication. He said he has a plan. I feel like doesn't rush me and ask me questions concerning how I feel in every aspect. I have a few different diagnosis so it isn't just cut and dry. I feel like I have found someone who cares. also my thermostat I love Harry Livesay recommended him so that helped.
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