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Kevin Hammel, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for Villanova Location

Kevin Hammel is a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, patient-centered care. He earned his nursing degrees from West Chester University and Drexel University, with PMHNP certification from Wilkes University.

He specializes in medication management and treats a range of mental health conditions using a collaborative, individualized approach. Kevin creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and empowered. He is passionate about helping individuals build resilience, manage challenges, and achieve lasting well-being.

Bio Questionnaire:

What kind of mental health professional are you, including full credentials? (e.g., LCSW, PMHNP, Psychiatrist, etc.)

PMHNP

How long have you been practicing?

1 year

What education do you have/where did you study?

MSN in Family nurse Practitioner and a post masters in PMHNP LaSalle University

What certifications, awards, memberships to groups or associations, and/or publications, etc., do you have?

FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CEN, PHRN

How does your personality influence your approach to providing treatment?

Laid back and no judgmental

Describe issues you work with in therapy/med. mgmt and your approach to helping with those issues. (For example, “My approach to treating anxiety is typically x, y, and z.”)

I work with a wide range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders, and trauma-related concerns. My approach focuses on medication management combined with supportive therapy, education, and practical strategies. I aim to help patients better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and achieve a better quality of life through individualized care.

What therapeutic methods, approaches, or philosophies do you use/have experience using?

I use a patient-centered approach with elements of supportive therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and medication management. My focus is on creating realistic, goal-oriented treatment plans while meeting patients where they are in their journey.

Are there any recurring themes or issues you’ve noticed as you treat people in your area of specialization, and how has this insight guided your approach to helping?

A common theme I’ve noticed is that many patients struggle with stress, emotional regulation, and feeling misunderstood. This has guided me to focus on clear communication, education, and building trust, so patients feel more comfortable and confident in their treatment process.

What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic alliance/relationship?

Trust and open communication are key. I believe patients should feel heard, respected, and involved in their care without fear of judgment.

What’s the most profound, insightful, or interesting thing you’ve learned as a mental health professional?

That every patient is different

Why did you choose to become a mental health professional?

To try to make a difference and help people live a better life

What do you love most about being a mental health professional?

Seeing how patients progress in their treatment journey

Answer the following questions regarding your comfortability and limitations:

What age range are you comfortable treating (our practice sees patients from 10 – 70 years old?

18 and above

Are there any populations you are not comfortable seeing (i.e. non-verbal spectrum, parental grief, specific trauma, no family-members, etc.)

Do you fluently speak another language (including ASL)?

Medication Management:

Aggressive Behaviors
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Body Dysmorphic Disorders
Personality Disorders
Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders
Feeding & Eating Disorders
Neurocognitive Disorders
Neurodevelopment Disorder
Neurosis
Psychosis
Schizophrenia/Schi zoaffective Disorder

Psychotherapy:

Addiction
ADHD/ADD
Adolescent Issues
Anger
Anxiety
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bipolar
Body Image
Comorbid Diagnosis
Dating Issues
Depression/Mood Disorders
Feeding/Eating Disorders
Family/Marital Conflict
Grief
LGBTQIA+
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Pain Management
Personality Disorder
Psychosis
Self-esteem
Separation/Divorce
Sexuality Issues
Skill Building
Stress
Transitional Issues
Trauma

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