Locations in Albuquerque & Rio Rancho New Mexico
1645 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
4011 Barbara Loop SE #204 Rio Rancho
medication management in Albuquerque
For some people, the use of prescription medication as part of their overall treatment plan can be beneficial to helping them deal with the challenges associated with their mental, emotional, and/or behavioral issues. At Health Families of Albuquerque our of providers are dedicated to helping people find the best treatment options for their needs so that they can achieve mental wellness and live a healthy, productive life. We are now providing psychiatric medication prescribing services.
Appointment Expectations
Medication management and psychiatric medication prescribing services are now offered by Healthy Families of Albuquerque. Our licensed psychiatric medication prescribers for the company are Elke Guzman, MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC and Andrew Leyva, AGACNP-BC, PMHNP-BC As part of these services, clients will meet with one of them to:​
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Discuss current and past areas of concern.
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Develop a thorough mental and physical health history.
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Determine if a psychiatric medication is recommended for them.
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Determine their options for a safe, evidence-based medication.
Appointment Expectations
If medication is recommended as an effective and safe option, our nurse practitioner may order labs and/or collaborate with the client’s primary care provider. Since Healthy Family of Albuquerque’s values, a team-based approach, the nurse practitioner will collaborate with the client’s psychotherapist during treatment.
Some of the conditions that our team is experienced at providing treatment and medication management for include (but are not limited to):
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Attention issues
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Mood instability disorders
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Thought disturbances
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Other emotional and behavioral disorders
Meet Our Psychiatriac Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
About Elke Guzman, MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC
Elke is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that is passionate about providing holistic, culturally competent and patient-centered care that addresses both the psychological and medical aspects of mental health. She believes in empowering individuals to actively participate in their treatment and recovery process, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect.
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About Andrew Leyva, AGACNP, PMHNP
Andrew Leyva is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC, PMHNP-BC) specializing in integrated care that addresses both physical and mental health. With experience in trauma units and outpatient settings, he offers holistic, tailored treatment for complex, co-occurring conditions. Licensed in TX, NM, and NE, and trained at the University of Texas at El Paso, Andrew helps patients achieve sustainable Jill Ramire Wellness through compassionate, informed care. MA,