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Ruth Kreis-Orkoulas, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Ruth Kreis-Orkoulas, APRN, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at CARMAhealth Coral Springs
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Three Decades of Compassionate Care

Ruth Kreis-Orkoulas is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience and 15 years specializing in psychiatric care. She is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and brings deep expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.

Ruth completed her advanced psychiatric nursing training at Rutgers University and earned her undergraduate nursing degree from New York University. She practiced in New Jersey before relocating to Florida, where she has continued to build on her extensive clinical background.

With more than a decade of experience in substance use treatment, Ruth understands the complex relationship between mental health and recovery. She provides medication management for patients ages 13 and older, creating individualized treatment plans that address both psychiatric symptoms and underlying conditions.

Ruth believes in a partnership approach to care. Her goal is to help every patient find relief from symptoms so they can live life to the fullest. She sees patients at CARMAhealth's Coral Springs, Florida location.

Credentials

Education and Training

Board Certification

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (PMHNP-BC). Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Graduate Education

Advanced psychiatric nursing training at Rutgers University School of Nursing.

Undergraduate Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from New York University, Rory Meyers College of Nursing.

Clinical Experience

Over 30 years as a registered nurse with 15+ years specializing in psychiatric and mental health nursing.

Clinical Approach

Partnership-focused care built on collaboration, open communication, and individualized treatment planning for lasting wellness.

Patient Population

Provides psychiatric medication management for patients ages 13 and older, including adolescents and adults.

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