Meet John Anthony
Hi, I'm John Anthony! I've been a registered nurse since 2009 and a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner since 2012.
Over the past decade, I've collaborated with patients from all walks of life in a variety of settings: community psychiatric clinics, specialty clinics for people with serious mental illnesses, dual mental health/substance use treatment centers, crisis services, and forensic psychiatric settings.
I founded this practice after seeing patients all across Washington run into the limitations of many mental health agencies: impersonal bureaucracy; high staff turnover; and rushed visits that leave you no space to talk, and your practitioner no space to listen.
As a gay, biracial person and Hurricane Katrina survivor, I know that life can be incredibly difficult, with unexpected twists and turns. I also know that a compassionate ear is invaluable.
Whatever the circumstances that lead you to treatment, there's always a way forward: things can get better! l hope to partner with you to help you tackle your challenges and identify opportunities for growth.
John Anthony Meunier MSN, ARNP
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(he/him)
Practice Philosophy and Approach
My clinical focus is the diagnosis of mental health problems, medication management, and health promotion.
In this practice, I work with people who have a variety of concerns, ranging from mood, anxiety, concentration, and trauma symptoms to substance use, obsessive-compulsive, and eating-related behaviors.
Medication Management. As an NEI Master Psychopharmacologist, I have a decade of experience managing psychiatric medication. Medication can be very helpful, even life changing in some cases. However, medications also have risks and limitations, and treatment must be tailored to your symptoms and needs. In general, I avoid unnecessary, excessive prescribing and do my best to ensure that you understand treatment risks, benefits, and goals.
Psychotherapy. While the primary focus of this practice is medication management, I also have training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on the development of psychological flexibility. ACT can help you: be more present in your life; open up to your experience in the moment, whatever arises; and live life consciously, in line with the values that are important to you. My perspective is always ACT-informed, and I sometimes incorporate ACT interventions. I believe that even small changes can lead to big differences!
Trauma-Informed Care. Effective mental health treatment requires recognition of trauma, whether childhood or adult; related to race, gender, sexuality, abuse, neglect, or any other aspect of being a human.
With an intelligent approach that addresses the big picture as well as the details, we can develop a plan that meets you where you are, helping you not only survive, but thrive.
When you request a consultation, I'll review your information and the reasons you're seeking treatment. If I think we might be a good fit for each other, we'll arrange a free 10-minute call to talk in more detail about what's happening and the consultation process.
Education
University of Texas at Austin, Master of Science in Nursing, 2012.
Tulane University, Bachelor of Arts, French, cum laude, 2007.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
EMDR International Association
Association for Contextual Behavioral Science
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
ARNPs United of Washington State
Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
