Natalie Linkous

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults. I combine evidence-based treatment with a supportive and understanding approach to help patients improve their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. I have been a nurse for more than 15 years, with experience in obstetrics and correctional healthcare before focusing on mental health. For the past 3.5 years, I have worked in community mental health and continue to treat a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and treatment-resistant depression. I am also experienced in providing Spravato (esketamine) therapy and passionate about offering innovative, effective options for those struggling with difficult-to-treat conditions.

I am a strong advocate for my patients and believe that each person should be an active part of their own treatment plan. I take time to listen, educate, and collaborate to ensure care that is both effective and empowering.

Outside of my practice, I enjoy spending time with my three boys, who are my greatest joy.

A Sense of Being Heard and Understood: You want clients to feel that their experiences matter and that they can share openly without judgment. Tools for Coping and Growth: You hope they leave with practical strategies, insights, and skills they can use to navigate challenges in their daily life. Empowerment and Confidence: You want clients to feel more capable of managing their mental health and making choices that support their well-being. Hope and Resilience: Even in difficult times, you hope they take away a sense of hope, knowing that change and healing are possible. A Collaborative Mindset: You want them to see themselves as an active partner in their treatment, understanding that their voice and choices matter in the healing process.

Witnessing Transformation: Seeing clients make progress, even small steps, can be incredibly rewarding. Being part of someone’s journey toward healing and resilience is powerful. Building Trusting Relationships: Developing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood is deeply meaningful. Those moments of connection can be profoundly fulfilling. Empowering Others: Helping clients gain insight, develop coping skills, and take ownership of their treatment fosters independence and self-confidence, which can be a source of joy for a clinician. Learning and Growth: Each client brings a unique story and perspective, which can continually expand your understanding of human behavior, mental health, and empathy. Making a Tangible Difference: Knowing that your support, guidance, or intervention may help someone navigate a crisis, improve their quality of life, or reclaim hope is incredibly motivating.

Getting my nails done and my hair done.

My oldest son is diagnosed with Bipolar disorder and ADHD. I know the struggle of trying to find the right provider and treatment. I have always felt the need to want to help others.

Children, adolescents, teens, adults, geriatric, LGBTQ+.

• Psychotherapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Listening to music, reading, and learning new things.

That it is okay to have a mental health diagnosis, and it is nothing to be ashamed of. It is just like having diabetes and getting treatment for that.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 SHIELA SHOUN 
 
13 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is always helpful and knowledgeable.  Always considerate
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Karie McGinnis 
 
14 days ago
 
 
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Natalie Linkus is nothing short of amazing. She listens and provides a care treatment plan designed for you. She is AMAZING!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tammy 
 
14 days ago
 
 
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Dr. Natalie Linkous is very professional, extremely understanding and patient, she listens and gives great advice, & is so very sweet and kind. I highly, highly recommend her to everyone!!! You will love her! She has the best & most caring personality. Plus, she goes beyond all means to help her patients!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Michael Taylor 
 
17 days ago
 
 
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I gotta say Mrs.  Natalie Linkons is so amazing she really takes the time to listen to what u have to say rather it's bad or good she listen to u and try to help the problem she don't judge u keep the good wrk up Thank You .
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mark Wilberding 
 
21 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is a very compassionate  and caring provider that has continued to provide me with tips, and suggestions to help reduce my stress and anxiety.  She listens very attentively to me and interjects with very helpful suggestions that have greatly improved my “Quality of Life” and sleep.  She is one of the “Best.”
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 D DL 
 
22 days ago
 
 
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It's truly a blessing to have Natalie Linkous & Open Minds in my corner as I'm navigating the very difficult circumstances in my life. I can't thank her enough for all of her help & support & for everyone in her practice treating me with the kindness, dignity & respect that every human being deserves to be treated with.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 M Hensley 
 
26 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is such an amazing psychiatrist! I KNOW I've definitely been one of the .... More complex cases. 🤣 Nah but in all seriousness, she truly is wonderful and makes me feel heard and cared for. She is patient and kind and she's always on standby just in case. Most definitely a safe space of healing with that lady there! ☺️
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Victoria Ball 
 
47 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is just an amazing person. I feel so comfortable talking to her about whatever I need to. There’s no judgement with her.She’s a wonderful doctor. She is my saving grace!!
My spravato ladies are amazing too!! Thank you to my “team” of ladies, Natalie, Jessa, and Madison!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Victoria Ball 
 
47 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is an amazing doctor and person. I honestly don’t know what would have happened to me before I found her. She’s my saving grace and she doesn’t know just how grateful I am to have her in my life. Open Minds is more than just a business they are my family! Thank you to my “team” of ladies!!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Russ Black 
 
48 days ago
 
 
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It is good to have water.

To know it
to have heard of water
carving and making space for itself
without becoming hard,
remaining soft,
vapor,
energy.
You offer it, for others to drink.
I am finding keys.
Some believe that carrying a key without a lock
eventually
you will be given a door.
Natalie Linkous lends us keys, leaves us keys on paths
though they are never quite ours.
They are gifted knowing
we may lose them,
hidden away,
for a better time.
Cached versions of ourselves
wait there too
quietly,
without judgment.
And perhaps this is what the keys are for,
not to open every door,
but to sit with ourselves
long enough to recognize
what has always been moving within us,
water,
softness,
space,
and the quiet knowledge
that we, too,
can make room
without breaking.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gary Carty 
 
55 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is wonderful to work with!
She is very understanding and caring.
She is a great listener and always very helpful.
You won't find better!!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 jessica woods 
 
59 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is the sweetest, I was very nervous and thought I would never need a therapist soon as you walk in to her office it's so relaxing, she listens and don't judge you so glad I found open minds😊
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jenny Lawson 
 
68 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is a compassionate and caring therapist. It is easy to reach her by text or by phone.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Betty Brown 
 
76 days ago
 
 
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I've always respected Natalie as my provider from day one, but never as much as my visit on 8/5/26. I had some pretty serious concerns causing anxiety and she never once tried to rush me. She is such an exceptional and wonderful Nurse Practitioner and I'm so thankful to be her client.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Crystal Leach 
 
100 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is the absolute best. She always brightens my day. She doesn't judge she just listens and she always fixes my medicine issues quickly. I would never go to anyone else. She's my favorite psychiatrist or even Dr in general I've ever had.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 I'm Sofe' 
 
105 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is the absolute best psychiatrist ever. I have been dealing with severe mental health anxiety for over 10 years. She listens she understands she never over talks. She is the absolute best.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Robin Rose 
 
106 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is the best. She understands me so well.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jon 
 
113 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is supper good at her job. And has helped me. She listens ask every visit about my mental health. Explains the meds she put me on and does anything else she can to help me.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Karie McGinnis 
 
125 days ago
 
 
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Excellent psych NP. I have been trying over a year to get my meds straightened out. I explained that to Natalie and I am seeing her every 2 weeks and have online support daily. I feel like she listened to me and offered me a solution. I’m excited to see where this leads. Thank you Natalie!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Angela Askew 
 
133 days ago
 
 
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Natalie is wonderful.  She's compassionate and open.  I love how she made me feel like I was being listened to and cared about. Her office is so relaxing and cheerful. You feel like your at a friends house chatting. Very comfortable. She gave me lots of questions in order to figure out how to manage my medication. I feel like she's going to make a difference in my life.  When I see her again in a few weeks, we are going to have some talk therapy.  That should be interesting and engaging. I highly recommend Natalie. The clinic is really nice and peaceful.  Everyone I met was kind.