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About Siobhan Oriaifo

Siobhan Oriaifo has been a mental health advocate for over a decade, using her deep knowledge and compassion to provide transformative psychiatric care. She is a dedicated and highly skilled Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), passionate about providing exceptional mental health care to those in need.

All her professional life, Siobhan has been dedicated to supporting individuals facing acute psychiatric crises, addiction challenges, and chronic mental health conditions. She primarily works around crisis stabilization units and psychiatric hospitals to deliver whole-person, patient-centered care to people of all ages.

Siobhan firmly believes in addressing mental health challenges through a combination of medical expertise, empathetic listening, and individualized care plans.

A Career Built on Excellence in Psychiatric Care

Siobhan’s journey began with a strong nursing and social work foundation. She initially trained as a social worker in the U.K., conducting psychosocial assessments and supporting individuals and families facing emotional and behavioral difficulties.

However, her love of direct patient care drew her back into nursing, where she felt she could make even more of a positive impact.

Throughout the years, she has worked within various psychiatric contexts, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, forensic mental health units, and addiction treatment centers. Her roles have ranged from direct patient care as a psychiatric nurse to leading treatment programs as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

Siobhan’s expertise spans multiple areas, including:

• Crisis intervention – Siobhan is skilled in crisis intervention and can assess mental health conditions, develop treatment plans, and prescribe appropriate medications for patients
• Addiction medicine – She’s experienced in using medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including Buprenorphine and Suboxone therapy, to help patients who struggle with opioid addiction.
• Psychotherapy & counseling – Siobhan is also versed in applied psychotherapeutic approaches in the treatment of adults’ recovery from mental illness, alcohol, and substance dependence.

A Holistic Approach to Mental Health

Siobhan takes a holistic approach to psychiatric care, recognizing that mental health is linked to physical, emotional, and social well-being. This perspective drives her treatment philosophy, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support beyond medication. In crisis stabilization units, she excels at conducting rapid psychiatric evaluations, managing acute symptoms, and developing individualized treatment plans.

Siobhan also loves to teach patients and their families about their condition, the consequences of different treatment approaches, and the paths to long-term vitality. Siobhan is deeply committed to patient and family education because she believes knowledge is power in managing one’s mental health.

Track Record of Success and Patient Impact

Siobhan’s clinical excellence and leadership have been recognized throughout a career that spans over a decade. She has played a leading role in expanding psychiatric services in various healthcare settings. This included her well-documented roles in pioneering new treatment programs and training fellow nurses and mental health professionals.

One of Siobhan Oriaifo’s most life-changing roles was at Greenbrook TMS NeuroHealth Centers. Here, she achieved remarkable results in treating patients suffering from resistant depression by administering and supervising Transcranial Magnetic stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine ) nasal spray.

Siobhan’s leadership skills have also been evident throughout her career. At Clive Behavioral Health, she pioneered the startup of a new acute psychosis unit and trained over fifty percent of new nurses hired at the facility. She also assisted in every code, leading to zero sentinel events while at work.

During her time at View Pointe Health Lawrenceville, Georgia, Siobhan is recognized for supervising the daily functioning of the Crisis Stabilization Unit and Temporary Observation Unit, directing undertaking admissions and general patient flow.

All her efforts in the places she’s worked have led to better patient outcomes, more efficient hospital functioning, and a higher quality of care for people experiencing psychiatric crises.

Education and Professional Development

Siobhan Oriaifo is a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health from Brandman University Irvine, California. The DNP represents the highest level of professional qualification in clinical nursing education.

Her other educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oklahoma City University and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Social Work from the University of Kent, United Kingdom.

This unique blend of educational experience has provided her with a strong knowledge base in psychiatric nursing, social work values and principles, and evidence-based treatment approaches.

A Life Beyond the Nursing Profession

Alongside her professional dedication, Siobhan values a balanced life and particularly loves spending time with family. She enjoys cooking and ensures that she spends some downtime focusing on self-care, which is important for her and her patients.

Her commitment extends beyond clinical work, as she actively engages in education, advocacy, and community support while looking out for fellow healthcare providers.

A Lasting Impact on Mental Health Care

Siobhan Oriaifo embodies the qualities of an outstanding mental health professional—expertise, compassion, and dedication. Her ability to work in high-stress psychiatric settings, create successful treatment plans, and connect with patients on a human level has made her a key figure in the mental health profession.

Siobhan’s vision and mission are clear; she wants to leverage her diverse skill set and advanced education to make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting that values patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Her legacy is one of transformative care, providing a safe space for mental health patients to get the care, respect, and treatment they deserve. Today, Siobhan Oriaifo still defines what the future of psychiatric care can and should be through her unwavering commitment to excellence and mental health advocacy.