Siobhan Oriaifo is a seasoned mental health professional with over a decade of experience in psychiatric care. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), she has dedicated her career to providing compassionate and effective care for individuals with mental health challenges, addiction, and acute psychiatric crises. She primarily works in psychiatric hospitals and crisis stabilization units, offering individualized, patient-centered care to people of all ages.
Siobhan’s journey in mental health care began with her education in social work, where she initially focused on providing psychosocial assessments and support to individuals and families facing emotional and behavioral difficulties. However, her desire to have a more direct impact on patients’ well-being led her to pursue a career in nursing. Over the years, she has worked in various psychiatric settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, addiction treatment centers, and forensic mental health units. This broad range of experiences has allowed Siobhan to develop a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health care.
Siobhan Oriaifo is highly skilled in crisis intervention, addiction medicine, and psychotherapy. She is trained to assess mental health conditions, create tailored treatment plans, and prescribe medications to help manage psychiatric disorders. Her expertise in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) includes the use of Buprenorphine and Suboxone to support individuals struggling with opioid addiction. She is also proficient in various psychotherapeutic techniques to help patients recover from mental illness and alcohol and substance dependence. Her goal is always to help individuals achieve lasting recovery and improve their overall quality of life.
Her approach to care is holistic, recognizing that physical, emotional, and social factors influence mental health. This perspective shapes Siobhan’s treatment philosophy, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of their health. In crisis settings, she is exceptionally skilled at quickly assessing patients, managing acute symptoms, and developing treatment plans that provide both immediate relief and long-term solutions. She is also a strong advocate for patient and family education, believing that informed individuals are empowered to take control of their mental health and make better decisions about their care.
Throughout her career, Siobhan has made notable contributions to mental health care. At Greenbrook TMS NeuroHealth Centers, she helped treat patients with resistant depression through innovative treatments like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine). Her leadership role at Clive Behavioral Health was pivotal in launching a new acute psychosis unit, where she trained staff and ensured top-quality care. Additionally, Siobhan played an essential role in overseeing the daily operations of the Crisis Stabilization and Temporary Observation Units at View Pointe Health in Georgia, improving patient outcomes and overall hospital efficiency.
Siobhan holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health from Brandman University, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oklahoma City University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Kent in the United Kingdom. Her unique social work and nursing background provides her with a well-rounded approach to care, integrating the best practices from both fields.
