Brian Pollock

Brian Pollock (he/him)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

DNP, PMHNP-BC

I work with people who want support with the difficulties they are facing. I have 15 years of experience providing medication management.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

503.994.8811

511 SW 10th Ave

Ste. 1014

Portland, 97205

At a Glance

Me

Practicing Since: 2008

Languages: English

Services

  • Psychiatry
  • Group

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • PacificSource
  • Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield

My Ideal Client

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who has been practicing for nearly fifteen years. After my master’s program, I completed my Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2012 at Vanderbilt University. I started my career in mood disorder research before focusing on clinical practice. Over the last decade I have worked with underserved populations, individuals with intellectual disabilities, the general adult population, and undergraduate and graduate level students.

My Approach to Helping

My approach with patients blends medication management with therapy approaches including my specialty in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I am excited to help people of all backgrounds and identities. I am here if you are looking for relief from emotional pain, mental distress or other struggles. I want to help you through whatever is causing you difficulties in a supportive and collaborative way. I am thoughtful, and I listen with openness and compassion. I strive to create an accepting and safe environment where we work together to decrease your symptoms and struggles and to support your health and growth.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Outside of work you’ll likely find me in one of a few places. I value the time I can spend with the people I care about the most. To that end, I spend most of my free time at home with my wife, daughter, dogs, and cats. I also enjoy being active and love the ritual of going to the gym. Otherwise, you might find me preoccupied with brewing the perfect cup of coffee.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

  • Medication Management External link

    I am an experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner with 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked in multiple settings and have experience working with a wide range of diagnoses. My expertise is in the areas of mood disorders and anxiety disorders.

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) External link

    I received specialized training through Behavioral Tech. I have led DBT groups for many years, and previously I helped develop and launch a DBT program for college students. I have worked as a part of a larger DBT program and have experience with DBT skills training and Consultation Teams.

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Depression External link

    I specialize in depression. I originally started my career working in a research clinic focusing on treatment resistant depression. Over the last 15 years I have continued to develop my knowledge base and experience with the aim to help people find the right medications to keep them feeling well.

  • Anxiety External link

    I specialize in all anxiety disorders including but not limited to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and PTSD.

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