Michelle Desarmes, PMHNP-BC

Michelle Desarmes, PMHNP-BC, is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Mdesarmes Psychiatry, LLC, a leading telehealth practice in Coral Springs, Florida.

She brings her expertise and commitment to providing high-quality care to adult and pediatric patients with various psychiatric diagnoses.

Michelle's educational journey began at Miami-Dade College, where she graduated in 2007 with an Associate of Science in Nursing. She then pursued her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Florida Atlantic University, where she graduated with honors, earning the distinction of cum laude. 

Driven by her passion for psychiatric care, Michelle furthered her education and obtained a Master of Science in Nursing with a subspecialty in psychiatric mental health from Walden University in 2018.

With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with mental health conditions, Michelle is determined to address the neglect and discrimination prevalent in society. She firmly believes in normalizing mental health and advocates for viewing it as equivalent to physical ailments like blood pressure and diabetes.

Michelle is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where individuals can openly discuss their mental health concerns without fear of judgment or discrimination. She actively promotes the importance of mental health education, challenging stigmas, and raising awareness about available support systems.

Through her clinical practice, Michelle aims to empower her patients and help them recognize that mental health conditions are treatable and should be approached with the same level of care as any other disease. 

She strives to instill hope, resilience, and self-advocacy in her patients, encouraging them to seek support and engage in personalized treatment plans.

As a multilingual practitioner fluent in English, French, Creole, and Spanish, Michelle is committed to ensuring that individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds receive culturally sensitive care. By bridging communication barriers, she strives to make mental health information and resources accessible to all.

Beyond her clinical work, Michelle actively engages in community outreach and advocacy efforts. She collaborates with organizations working towards reducing mental health stigma and actively participates in initiatives promoting mental wellness.

Michelle advocates for transforming the perception of mental health, emphasizing its significance and promoting equal treatment for individuals with mental health conditions.

Her dedication, expertise, and linguistic abilities enable her to profoundly impact the lives of her patients and contribute to a more inclusive and compassionate society.