About
At Ambiente Psychiatry, Kimberly Bernacki, APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to each individual's unique needs. Through collaborative treatment planning, thoughtful medication management when appropriate, and a personalized approach to care, our goal is to help you achieve lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.
Your Mental Health Provider
Kimberly, our lead provider, is a dual board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner with over 21 years of nursing experience across diverse healthcare settings. Her extensive training and compassionate approach make her a trusted partner in mental wellness for individuals of all ages.
Kimberly’s broad background in both medical and psychiatric care allows her to assess mental health conditions holistically, addressing both physical and psychological factors to create personalized treatment plans. Kimberly's commitment to continuous education ensures she stays up to date with the latest psychiatric treatments, providing evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Mt. Carmel College of Nursing (2004)
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Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner – Xavier University (2020)
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Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification–Otterbein University (2023)​
Clinical Experience & Specialties
Kimberly has worked in multiple psychiatric settings, providing care for adolescents and adults in:
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Outpatient private practice – psychiatric evaluations & medication management
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Inpatient hospitals – psychiatric consultations & crisis stabilization
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Intensive outpatient (IOP) & partial hospitalization (PHP) programs
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Adolescent eating disorder treatment centers – specializing in co-occurring mental health conditions
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Child advocacy & trauma-informed care – working with law enforcement & community services
Kimberly specializes in treating:
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Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, OCD, Trauma/PTSD​​
Approach to Care
Approach to care is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in the latest evidence-based psychiatric practice. By the time most people schedule a psychiatric evaluation, they have often been struggling with their symptoms for months—or even years. What may have started as occasional anxiety, low mood, difficulty focusing, or emotional distress has gradually become something that affects daily life, relationships, work, school, or overall well-being.
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During your evaluation, we look at your unique experiences, symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. We will determine whether medication is appropriate as part of your treatment plan. If medication is recommended, we use the most current evidence-based guidelines, selecting treatments that best fit your specific diagnosis, symptoms, lifestyle, and overall health.
Our goal is for you to leave your appointment with a clear understanding of your diagnosis, treatment options, and a personalized plan designed to help you regain control of your life and improve your quality of life.
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Please note: We do not prescribe stimulant medications for ADHD such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or Concerta. We do offer non-stimulant medication options to support focus, regulation, energy, and overall wellbeing.
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At Ambiente Psychiatry, we understand that mental health is a journey. We’re here to support you every step of the way with compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic psychiatric care.
☎ Questions?
Call us at (740) 948-8141