Our Philosophy
We believe that quality mental health care should be accessible to all individuals, and that everyone has the ability to overcome their personal struggles and challenges as long as they have the willingness to do so. We understand your mental health is a journey, not a destination, and our mental health services are designed to meet you where you're at on your road to mental wellness.
Holistic Mental Health Services
Psychiatric Assessments
We provide comprehensive evaluations to diagnose various conditions.
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions to address a variety of mental health concerns.
Therapy sessions aimed at improving family dynamics and resolving conflicts.
In-Person Care
Medication
Management
Comprehensive management of medications for optimal treatment outcomes.
Telehealth Services
Receive care from where you are with secure Telehealth appointments via Spruce Health.
About Crooked Creek Mental Health
Crooked Creek Mental Health is a behavioral health provider dedicated to providing high-quality mental health services to the residents of Atchison, Kansas, and surrounding areas.
Our approach is centered on providing compassionate, holistic care aimed at helping you achieve your own definition of a fulfilling life.
Our goal is to help our rural community understand the importance of mental health and its critical role in overall wellness.
Meet Your Dedicated Mental Health Provider
Nancy Brader, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Nancy graduated from Atchison County Community High School and went on to receive her Associates and Bachelor’s degrees in nursing from New Mexico State University. She achieved her Master’s Degree at the University of Cincinnati, majoring in Family Nurse Practitioner with honors. She furthered her education at Washburn University, specializing in Primary Mental Health for Nurse Practitioners, and became board certified through the ANCC.
Nancy’s career journey, including roles as a Certified Nursing Aid, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, and Family Nurse Practitioner, has provided her with a wealth of knowledge and diverse experiences. Her passion for helping people continues to drive her dedication to mental health care.
Comprehensive
Nancy embraces a
whole-person approach, recognizing that physical health issues like sleep problems, hormone imbalances, and nutritional deficits also impact mental health.
Clinical
Nancy has extensive experience as both a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, understanding the complex interplay of nutrition, medication, thought patterns, learned behaviors, and genetic factors affecting mental health.
Compassionate
Nancy meets you where you're at on your journey to mental wellness with nonjudgemental care designed to help you achieve your mental health goals
Contact Us
513 Commercial Street
Atchison, Kansas 66002
Phone: (913) 395-7626
Fax: (913) 318-3306
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