Farooque Azam’s extensive expertise in psychiatric and mental health care is
evident from his comprehensive background. As a board-certified Psychiatric and
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), he has a decade’s experience in
providing specialized care to psychiatric patients across various age groups.

His areas of specialization include treating adults and adolescents suffering from a
range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder (PTSD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and other related conditions. Farooque’s
approach to treatment is holistic, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive
care in managing these illnesses.

His professional journey has taken him through various psychiatric settings,
including inpatient and emergency units across different facilities. This experience
has been instrumental in shaping his focus on achieving successful outcomes for his
clients. One of the key insights Farooque gained through his practice is the
significance of providing individualized care and the power of listening to patients’
“unlived life” – the aspects of their experiences and desires that have not been fully
expressed or realized.

Farooque is a strong advocate for combining medication management with therapy.
He believes this integrated approach not only helps in treating the immediate
symptoms but also contributes significantly to motivating patients to explore new
directions in their lives. This philosophy is rooted in his understanding of the
complexities of mental health and the uniqueness of each individual’s journey.
His commitment to his patients is unwavering. Farooque views each patient as a
dynamic, unique individual with their own set of life experiences.

Goals:
His primary goal is to provide the best possible care, ensuring that the needs,
voices, and opinions of his patients are at the forefront of his practice. This
patient-centered approach underpins his dedication to the field of mental health and
psychiatric care.