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Brandy McMahand

APRN, PMHNP-BC Essence of the Mind Behavioral Health and Wellness
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol Use,

Introduction

Brandy McMahand, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric assessment, medication management, and psychotherapy for patients across the lifespan. With experience in outpatient clinics, emergency departments, and private practice, she utilizes a collaborative, patient-centered approach that integrates evidence-based treatment with a focus on whole-person health and the social determinants of wellness. Her clinical areas of focus include anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and substance use disorders. She emphasizes shared decision-making, patient education, and measurement-based care, with appointments available both in-person and via telehealth. Having discovered her calling to care for others at a young age, Brandy leverages 23 years of experience as a registered nurse and currently practices at Essence of the Mind Behavioral Health and Wellness as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. Brandy attributes her deep sense of fulfillment in life to nursing—a profession she finds profoundly meaningful and rewarding.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • APRN #31373 (SC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Recovery

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

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  • Fee Description $0

Locations

Video/Telehealth/Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Psychiatric Nursing - Chamberlain University

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)

FAQ

Is Brandy McMahand accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Brandy McMahand is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Brandy McMahand offer telehealth appointments? Brandy McMahand does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Brandy McMahand specialize in? Brandy McMahand specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Caregiver Issues, Codependency, Compulsive Behavior, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Mood Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Psychotic Disorders, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Separation Anxiety, Stress, Substance Use, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Work Stress, and Burnout.
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