Sandra DeGroat

Hello, nice to meet you! I’m Sandra, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 20 years of nursing experience. I provide care to clients across Arizona, specializing in anxiety, depression, insomnia, sleep issues, and bipolar disorder. My master’s degree and psychiatric training from Walden University provided a strong foundation in evidence-based mental health care.

As a psych NP, my background includes treating a wide spectrum of mental health concerns, which supports a comprehensive and individualized approach to care.

My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based, person-centered care that emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and empowerment. I integrate elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, neuropsychology, and psychodynamic principles to help individuals gain insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change. Each treatment plan is individualized, addressing the whole person — mind, body, and environment — to promote lasting mental wellness and personal growth.

• appreciate kindness wrapped in realness
• want help untangling thoughts that feel a little too loud
• hope to feel a little more motivated each day
• appreciate calm, grounding conversations
• are trying to stay more focused