Timothy (Tim) Holt (he/him)

My Background

I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner, board certified, who has practiced in the mental health/psychiatric field for 27 years, which began after my education and additional training thru Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, Oregon. I have treated the majority of psychiatric disorders that can be seen in such settings as outpatient mental health clinics in rural and urban settings, county jail and prison facilities, outpatient and inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities, adult foster homes for those with developmental disabilities/mental illness, psychiatric hospitals, and as a consultant to certain organizations at the state level that determine disability status. I use multiple tools in treating psychiatric disorders, but a frequently used tool is the use of medication and the use of cognitive behavioral therapy.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe we should treat each individual with dignity, respect, and kindness and the hope that this would be reciprocated by the other individual. However, I realize this may not be the case with each individual and it's in this instance to set appropriate boundaries, especially to reinforce the importance of self-worth. I believe connection with others is important and for this to be an opportunity for self-growth, as well as lifting up those who are around us.