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Dede Echitey, a dedicated and board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, is committed to providing comprehensive mental health care with a compassionate touch. With more than 8 years of specialty practice experience, Dede combines her clinical expertise and genuine warmth to support, heal, and provide hope to her patients on their journey to well-being.
Specialty Experience: A world-class clinician, Dede has 8 years of experience in specialty practice including: The Pavilion, ICE, Crownview Medical Group, Williamsville Wellness VA, Brightside Health, Alvarado Hospital, Virtua and Inspira Hospital.
Education & Expertise: Dede's journey in mental health care began with her Post-Masters education, which prepared her to excel in two essential fields: family practice and psychiatry. Her dual specialization enables her to address a wide spectrum of mental health conditions.
A Healing Philosophy of Compassion & Connection: Dede's personality is at the core of her practice. She takes the time to truly know her patients, forming meaningful connections that inspire hope. Her compassionate and patient approach fosters an environment of trust and understanding.
Patient-Centered & Educational: Dede values open communication with her patients, offering recommendations without pushing medication. She educates patients about potential side effects, recognizing that each individual's response to treatment may vary.
Compassion as the Key Component: Dede believes compassion is a crucial component of the therapeutic alliance. She treats her patients as she would want her own loved ones to be treated, fostering an atmosphere of empathy and support.
Life & Treatment Philosophy: Her life philosophy mirrors her approach to patient care: treating patients as she would her own family. Dede's Christian faith plays a central role in both her personal and professional life, infusing her practice with hope and a caring touch.
Complexity of the Mind: As a mental health professional, Dede has found that the mind is incredibly intricate, necessitating a continuous pursuit of knowledge and understanding. She is dedicated to staying informed to provide the best care for her patients.
A Multifaceted Life: Beyond her professional role, Dede wears the hats of a military wife and a loving mother to two children. Her close-knit family values resonate through her care approach.
Bringing Smiles & Hope: What Dede loves most about her profession is the ability to bring smiles and hope to her patients' faces. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of those she serves.
Languages & Personal Interests: Dede speaks both French and English, and in her free time, she enjoys listening to Christian music and watching movies with her husband.
