Karen Balsamo, RN
Case Manager, Modern Psychiatry
Karen Balsamo, RN
At a Glance
Words to Live By
Treat everyone as if they were a friend or member of my family.
Specialties and Expertise
Addiction and Mental Health
Client Focus
All age groups
Professional History
- Preferred Behavioral Health Group, Director of Nursing
- New Hope Foundation, Director of Nursing
- Damon House, Director of Nursing
Education
- Christ Hospital School of Nursing, 1974-1977
Karen's Story
As a Nurse and Modern Psychiatry Case Manager, I have always taken great pride in helping others achieve their wellness goals. I’ve done just that in my career. My patients come to me with aspirations to stabilize their mental health and cleanse from substance use, and they know I will do my best to help them.
My more than 20 years of experience in nursing and case management enables me to expertly work with Dr. Felix Geller and Dr. Rebekah Amarini to triage patient care efficiently and effectively. Patients will receive the mental health treatment they need when they need it. I will also follow up with patients to monitor their progress to goal and determine how well they are tolerating their medications.
“Sometimes [getting patients to open up] is as easy as a smile and letting them know that I am there for them. Other times, it may take time to build up the trust and respect.”
No matter the situation, my commitment to my patients never wavers. And though every patient comes to me with their unique circumstances, I engage with them in a consistent way: caring, respectful, and with attentive, intentional listening.