Siobhan Oriaifo

Siobhan Oriaifo is an experienced mental health professional with over a decade of dedicated service to individuals facing psychiatric challenges. She is passionate about delivering patient-centered care to mental health crises, addiction, and chronic conditions as a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She works in psychiatric hospitals and crisis stabilization units, providing compassionate and comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Siobhan began her career with a foundation in social work, where she conducted psychosocial assessments and supported individuals and families in distress. Her strong desire to work more directly with patients led her to nursing, where she could have a more significant impact on mental health care. Throughout her career, she has gained expertise working in various psychiatric settings, such as inpatient psychiatric hospitals, addiction treatment centers, and forensic mental health units. These roles have ranged from providing direct patient care to leading treatment programs as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

Her practice areas include crisis intervention, addiction medicine, and psychotherapy. Siobhan is well-versed in assessing mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, and prescribing medications to support patients in their recovery. In the realm of addiction medicine, she utilizes medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including Buprenorphine and Suboxone, to help patients manage opioid addiction. Siobhan also provides psychotherapy, helping adults recover from mental illness, substance dependence, and related challenges.

Siobhan Oriaifo approaches mental health care holistically, understanding that mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being are all interconnected. This comprehensive approach informs her treatment philosophy and ensures that patients receive the support they need across multiple areas of life. She excels at conducting rapid psychiatric evaluations in crisis settings and developing care plans that address immediate and long-term needs. She also prioritizes educating patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions and take an active role in their recovery.