Kyle Cantwell

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a nursing background that includes critical care, emergency medicine, inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, and correctional nursing. These experiences have given me the opportunity to work with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and with diverse mental health needs. They have also reinforced my belief that effective care begins with understanding the whole person rather than simply treating a diagnosis or list of symptoms. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, straightforward, and individualized. I value open communication and believe accurate diagnosis and meaningful treatment require taking the time to listen, understand each client’s perspective, and consider their individual circumstances, values, goals, and treatment preferences. Clients can expect to be treated with respect and to be actively involved in decisions about their care. My goal is to help each person better understand their symptoms and treatment options so we can develop an evidence-based treatment plan together that is both clinically appropriate and realistic for their needs.

I value being genuine and approachable and want clients to feel comfortable asking questions, expressing concerns, and being honest about what is or isn’t working for them. I believe mental health treatment works best when it is something we do together rather than something that is simply prescribed to a client.

I hope clients leave with a better understanding of what may be contributing to their symptoms, greater confidence in managing their mental health, and meaningful improvement in their quality of life. I also want them to feel that they have been heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment.

Staying active is an important part of my self-care. I enjoy going to the gym, working on the farm, tackling home improvement projects, spending time with my family, and traveling when I have the opportunity.

I was drawn to mental health because meaningful treatment requires more than identifying symptoms and assigning a diagnosis. It requires building a relationship with the person, listening to what they are experiencing, and understanding their perspective. I value the opportunity to work alongside clients, help them better understand what they are experiencing, and empower them to make changes that can meaningfully improve their quality of life.

I provide psychiatric care across the lifespan and enjoy working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences. I have a particular interest in working with veterans and older adults and addressing the unique mental health needs and life experiences that can affect these populations.

I do not limit my approach to a single formal psychotherapy modality. My work as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is supportive, collaborative, and individualized, with therapeutic interventions incorporated into visits based on each client’s needs. I place particular emphasis on education, helping clients understand their symptoms and treatment options, and involving them directly in decisions about their care.

Sitting on the porch in the evening with my wife and enjoying the sunset.

Needing help with your mental health does not mean you are broken or weak or that something is wrong with you as a person. Sometimes we all need someone to come alongside us, offer support, and help strengthen us as we work toward meaningful and lasting change.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tracy Brown 
 
1 days ago
 
 
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Kyle is easy to talk to. He actually listens to you. I recommend him for your counseling needs.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Heather Carter 
 
7 days ago
 
 
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Kyle was understanding and really listened to help! I didn’t feel judged at anytime! Really recommend!