Psychiatry in Williamsburg, Virginia Dawn Washington, Nurse Practitioner

Dawn Washington is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that has over 12 years of nursing experience in the psychiatric field. Her experience encompasses child/adolescent, adult, geriatric inpatient care, and adult partial hospitalization. She has also worked in emergency room psychiatric holding areas, where she provides empathetic support to patients in crisis. Dawn earned her Registered Nurse Diploma from Riverside School of Health Careers in 2011. She obtained her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the College of Notre Dame in 2020. She attended James Madison University where she gained her Masters of Science in Nursing graduating with honors. She was dually enrolled at Shenandoah University where she then obtained her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification again graduating with honors in 2023. Her extensive background enables her to approach each client with understanding and patience. Dawn Washington is committed to staying current with the latest research on psychotropic medications and treatment modalities. This dedication ensures that she provides her clients with evidence-based care and the most effective treatment options available. Dawn takes pride in giving her best effort daily to support those in need. She emphasizes to her patients that “it’s OK not to be OK,” reinforcing the idea that mental health issues affect everyone. Her goal is to empower clients to manage their conditions through supportive education in a stigma-free environment. Dawn is committed to creating individualized care plans that prioritize client involvement, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Dawn believes in the importance of connecting the mind and body, advocating for a holistic approach to ensure overall well-being. Through education and compassion, she helps her clients navigate through their mental health journeys. During the initial visit, clients can expect a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, determination of treatment goals, education about their diagnosis and available treatment options. Dawn values collaboration with skilled clinicians and is dedicated to coordinating care to meet her clients’ unique needs. Dawn considers it an honor to serve those in need and is dedicated to strengthening each patient day by day. Her compassionate approach aims to empower clients on their mental health journeys, fostering resilience, while ensuring growth in their lives.