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Shyra Richards

MSN, PMHNP-BC
She/her/hers

Licensed in: Virginia and Washington, DC

Focus areas: students (18+), seniors, and new or expecting parents

Education: Wilkes University

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Hello, nice to meet you! I’m Shyra, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 12 years of nursing experience. I provide care to clients across Virginia and Washington, DC, specializing in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and insomnia & sleep issues. My master of science in nursing specializing in psychiatry was completed at Wilkes University, where I developed 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 approach is rooted in transparency, collaboration, and evidence-based care in efforts of creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen and heard. My style integrates whole-person care and a compassionate presence to support each client’s unique goals.

We’re likely a good match if you…

  • like when someone helps you feel grounded without even trying
  • want to feel calmer when things don’t go exactly right
  • are adjusting to a new chapter and figuring things out
  • are trying to build healthier routines that don’t feel impossible
  • are trying to better your sleeping habits

Specialties

ADHD Anxiety Depression Insomnia & sleep issues Bipolar disorder Life transitions Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Treatment Approaches

Psychiatric evaluation Medication management Client-centered therapy

Insurances Accepted

Virginia

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Carefirst
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Oscar Health Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage

Washington, DC

  • Aetna
  • Carefirst
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Oscar Health Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage

Reviews

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"Shyra was great. Very easy going and super easy to talk to. Respected what I wanted out of the visit and gave great advice."

─ R. H.

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“Shyra is caring, thoughtful and approachable from the first moment. She’s a good listener and a wonderful person to work with."

─ R. M.

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"Shyra seemed super cool and kind, asked questions on my background but wasn't aggressive or judgy. She seemed really interested in my circumstance and had a desire to actually make a connection which I really appreciated."

─ T. R.


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“It was a great experience. Shyra asked great questions and was very informative to discuss options. I appreciate that she didn't just refill my previous prescription but listened to me when I said I was interested in trying something different."

─ V. N.


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"I found the session today extremely successful and I’m excited to continue. We covered a lot of ground and it felt legitimately productive despite only being introductions."

─ W. S.