Tonya Escobar
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Tonya Escobar(She/Her/Hers)

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Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Maine•California•Idaho•Oregon•Washington
Addiction-ADHD-Alcohol use disorder & addiction- Anxiety - Depression-Drug addiction & abuse-

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Not accepting new clients

In-network with some insurances

$200

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Professional statement

Shantel Escobar is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, medication mangagement in mental health services to adolescents and adults across the life span. Shantel possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with patients and families.

Shantel has a warm, caring spirit that her patients are drawn to. As a PMHNP, Shantel’s role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, and skilled clinician. In addition to her extensive knowledge about mental health conditions Shantel is also skilled in the treatment of addiction disorders.

In her free time Shantel is very active in her church, enjoys traveling, camping and spending time with her children and grandchildren

Message to clients

Hi there!

I’m Shantel Escobar, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). First, I want to say how much I value the opportunity to work with you. My passion is helping adolescents and adults navigate their mental health journey with compassion and care, using medication management and other supportive services to meet your unique needs.

Building a strong connection with my patients is so important to me. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel comfortable sharing your story. Whether you’re managing a mental health condition, dealing with stress, or exploring treatment for addiction, I’m here to partner with you every step of the way.

I also love helping patients feel empowered by understanding their mental health better—it’s all about working together to create a plan that fits your goals.

When I’m not working, I enjoy being active in my church, traveling, camping, and spending time with my children and grandchildren. These moments of joy and connection are a big part of what keeps me grounded.

I’m so glad you’re here, and I’m excited to work with you to help you feel your best. Let’s do this together!

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 16 years

Bright Heart Health, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, 2020 - 2023
Pelican Bay State Prison, Registered Nurse, 2001 - 2008
Parkview Special Care, Director, 2005 - 2006
Curry County Home Health and Hospice, Registered Nurse, 2004 - 2005
Pacific Medical Resources, Registered Nurse, 2003 - 2004

Licensure

California: 95014604 - Washington: AP61152390 - Maine: CNP201124 - Oregon: 202001856NP-PP - Nevada: 840336 - Montana: 237244 - Idaho: 65396

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Alcohol use disorder & addiction - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on alcohol; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Drug addiction & abuse - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on drugs; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in WA, ME, OR, ID)
  • Anthem Blue Cross (in-network in WA, OR)
  • Apple Health (in-network in WA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in WA, ME, OR, ID)
  • CareOregon (in-network in OR)
  • Cigna (in-network in CA, WA, ME, OR, ID)
  • MaineCare (in-network in ME)
  • Medicaid (in-network in WA, ME, OR, ID)
  • Medicare (in-network in CA, WA, ME, OR, ID)
  • Oregon Health Plan (in-network in OR)
  • PacificSource (in-network in WA)
  • Providence Health Plan (in-network in OR)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in CA, ME, OR, ID)

Tonya Escobar is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Carelon

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (60min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
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