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Hope Clinic

Clear, Focused Psychiatric Care

Psychiatric care that respects your time, your story, and your goals.

Philosophy

What care should feel like

Individualized

Treatment conducted in collaboration, with guidance to meet your needs.

Comprehensive

Medication management focused on your core symptoms, with clear rationales.

Practical

Prioritizing first-line treatment, while recognizing the need for more complex options when necessary.

About

A different kind of psychiatric care

My background includes over 20 years of clinical care as a registered nurse and later as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I also have experience as a naturalist working within the state park system.

I studied environmental sciences and chemistry at Eastern Kentucky University before entering healthcare.

While medications are prescribed when necessary, I also emphasize lifestyle and environmental factors to support meaningful, lasting improvement.

Brian Richardson, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner

Brian Richardson

PMHNP-BC

What you can expect
  • 1

    Evidence-based medication management

  • 2

    Clear explanations of risks, benefits, and options

  • 3

    Time to ask questions and make informed decisions

  • 4

    A consistent, professional relationship over time

Core principles

Listening

Your experience and symptoms guide treatment decisions.

Time

Appointments allow more time, while staying focused on clear, effective decisions.

Trust

Built through consistency, transparency, and follow-through.

Services

Areas of care

Care is provided for adults across a range of psychiatric conditions:

Anxiety & Depression

Care aligned with how symptoms show up in your daily life.

Bipolar & Psychotic Disorders

Structured evaluation and ongoing medication management with close follow-up.

ADHD

Targeted treatment addressing attention, focus, and daily functioning.

Geriatric Psychiatry

Care for older adults, with attention to the unique challenges of aging.

Appropriate Referrals

Referrals are provided when additional specialty care is needed.

For You

Is this the right fit?

Hope Clinic is designed for individuals seeking structured, focused psychiatric care—with time for meaningful discussion and clear decision-making.

This may be a good fit if you:

  • Want more than quick medication adjustments
  • Value a collaborative, professional relationship
  • Prefer clear explanations before making decisions
  • Are looking for ongoing, structured care

What to expect:

  • Appointments with enough time to think and ask questions
  • Appointments are focused and structured to make the best use of time together
  • Clear treatment planning
  • Respect for your pace and preferences
  • Consistent follow-up
Process

How we begin

A clear process designed to keep things simple and comfortable.

01

Connect

Contact to schedule an appointment and discuss next steps.

02

Understand

A full evaluation focused on your history, goals, and current needs.

03

Ongoing Care

Consistent follow-up and adjustment over time.

Contact

Provide your information to begin treatment

You will receive a follow-up with next steps and scheduling options.

Fees & insurance

Fees are available upon request.

Credentialing is currently in progress to accept insurance plans such as:

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
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