Karen Shugart, PMHNP-BC – Psychiatrist in Greensboro, NC | Mindpath Health
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About
Karen provides evidence-based mental health care, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and other therapeutic approaches. She recognizes that seeking mental health care can be challenging and strives to make the process easier through her warm, open, and non-judgmental approach. Karen believes creating a welcoming environment is essential for patients to share freely and participate fully as they work toward their goals. Karen’s passion for mental health care was sparked when she volunteered at a crisis hotline, an experience that opened her eyes to the profound impact of compassionate mental health support. Since then, she has gained valuable experience working in both community and hospital settings, allowing her to understand the diverse needs of patients across different care environments.
- Master of Science (MS) – Columbia University
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
- LGBTQIA+
- Men’s mental health
- Postpartum mental health
- Psychotic disorders
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Women’s mental health
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What patients are saying
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Dr Shughart is one of the very best doctors I’ve ever had the honor of working with she’s truly empathetic, compassionate, and realistic.
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It was a very good visit Karen shugart was very nice I enjoy working with her.
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Karen Shugart I’d thoughtful and I appreciate her help.
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Karen Shugart is the greatest! Also, I appreciate the ease of using the patient portal.
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Karen was very helpful and personable. I felt extremely comfortable talking to her.
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My clinician provided a very thorough assessment. I am looking forward to seeing her again and look forward to making progress.
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My service with the clinician Karen Shugart was excellent!
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Totally enjoyed meeting my lovely clinician.