Shaquita Starks, PhD, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, CNE, FAAN
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Shaquita Starks is a distinguished psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 27 years of experience as a professional nurse and 17 years as a Nurse Practitioner. She provides holistic and evidence-informed psychiatric care, combining clinical excellence with compassionate, patient-centered treatment.
Professional Highlights
- Academic Excellence: Former professor at Emory University's Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing (Program Director), and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
- Research Focus: Specialized research on caregiver stress, quality of life, mental health disparities, and health equity, with over 20 publications
- Leadership: Creator and Project Director of the Advanced Practice Provider Integrated Substance Use Disorder Training Program at Emory University
- Community Engagement: Working with the Center for Black Women's Wellness in Atlanta, GA since 2021
- National Recognition: SAMHSA Mentor through the American Nurses Association's Minority Fellowship Program and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN)
- Dual Certification: Started as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2008, transitioned to Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2016
Dr. Starks brings a unique perspective to mental health care, integrating her extensive academic background with practical clinical experience. Her commitment to reducing mental health disparities and promoting health equity ensures that every patient receives culturally sensitive, comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs.
Services Offered
Comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults 18+
Medication Management Available: Naltrexone (oral), Vivitrol injection (coming soon), Mild-Moderate Opioid Use Disorder treatment (coming soon)
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