Lauren Schiffenhaus
Brookline
Summary
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) candidate, graduating May 2025, with comprehensive clinical training in psychopharmacology, CBT-informed therapy, and evidence-based telepsychiatry. Experienced in providing psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive counseling to adolescents, adults, and caregivers across diverse outpatient and virtual settings. Skilled in building therapeutic relationships, facilitating goal-oriented treatment plans, and delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Passionate about expanding equitable access to high-quality mental health services and supporting individuals in achieving lasting emotional wellness.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLean Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Provide acute nursing care on a medical detox unit for patients with substance use disorders.
- Collaborated with psychiatry, addiction specialists, and social workers to deliver trauma-informed care.
- Monitored withdrawal symptoms, administered medications, and supported patient stabilization.
Registered Nurse
Boston Private Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Experience in providing specialized care to dementia patients within the home health care setting
- Skilled in developing tailored care plans, managing challenging behaviors, and promoting a safe and supportive environment for patients and their families
- Proficient in dementia-specific assessments, medication management, and therapeutic interventions to enhance quality of life and ensure optimal outcomes.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student Intern
Merrimack Valley Counseling
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided outpatient psychiatric care to individuals across the lifespan, including initial psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.
- Developed and maintained longitudinal therapeutic relationships, fostering trust and engagement throughout the academic year.
- Collaborated closely with supervising NP to manage complex clinical presentations and psychopharmacologic treatment plans.
IPC Supportive Counseling Intern
MGHIHP
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered CBT-informed supportive therapy via telehealth, establishing long-term therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Co-led a Parkinson’s caregiver support group, facilitating its growth and increased engagement based on participant feedback.
- Developed and tracked therapeutic goals and progress over time in a virtual format.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student Intern
Charlestown Community Health Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Served vulnerable and dual-diagnosis populations with high risk of overdose or housing instability.
- Focused on overdose prevention and harm reduction, including community Narcan trainings.
- Assisted with psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention, and medication continuity for underserved patients.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (Mindfulness for Neuroplasticity Program)
MGHIHP
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in implementing the "Mindfulness for Neuroplasticity" program, an eight-week virtual mindfulness program designed for patients with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI/TBI)
- Provided 1:1 coaching to two participants to address issues and support home program, totaling 16 hours over the duration of the program
- Attended weekly group sessions with coaches, participants, and faculty, totaling 8 hours
- Collected data at 2-3 points during the group program and may have completed surveys to assess own learning and competencies
- Learned mindfulness, coaching techniques, telepractice fundamentals, interprofessional collaboration, and clinical experience with TBI
CNA
Private Care
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted geriatric patients with managing and administering medications, scheduling medical appointments, performing physical therapy exercises, as well as grocery shopping, meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, bathing, and all other activities of daily living.
Hillcrest Pizza
Hole in One Breakfast
Winslow's Tavern
Summer Rental Property Management
Billingsgate Shellfish
Landscaping
Cape Cod Clean Up
Self-employed
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Founded a community service student group assisting neighboring senior citizens/physically challenged adults with gardening & other yard work free of charge
Stability Scientist at Ethicon, Inc
Ethicon, Inc
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Intern for the Global Product Stability (GPS) Team at Ethicon, Inc
- Worked remotely (due to Covid) assisting a Staff Engineer who specializes in the development of research studies, forced degradation studies, and formal studies for stability testing of all products and packaging
- Specific projects included updating interim reports for the annual audit, compiling Master Shelf Life Evaluation (MSE) documents for primary packaging materials to create a more accessible format, and writing a LIMS protocol for COVID-19 nasal swabs.
Biology Workshop Leader
University Of Miami
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Organized weekly meetings with General Biology II students to review homework assignments, promote discussion and expand on key concepts, answer questions, and coordinate course content with the professor
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted Dr. Chumming Dong on the HIV atherosclerosis project at the Miller School of Medicine Stem Cell Institute by using techniques such as qPCR, western blotting, and cell culture
Undergrad Facilitator
University Of Miami
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Helped professors with students researching, preparing, and presenting experiments on the encapsulation of hydrophobic drugs in amphiphilic nanoparticles delivered in the form of hydrogel beads in Aphids
Senior Lifeguard
Town Of Wellfleet
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Oversaw ocean rescue, implemented rules and safety regulations
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency response protocols and stabilizing injured beach patrons until further assistance arrived
- CPR & First Aid certified from a young age
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
MGH Institute of Health Professionals
Boston, MA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Nutrition
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL12.2020
Skills
- Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis
- Psychopharmacologic Treatment & Medication Monitoring
- Supportive & CBT-Informed Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing & Psychoeducation
- Evidence-Based Treatment Planning & Implementation
- Use of Validated Screening Tools (eg, PHQ-9, GAD-7, Y-BOCS, CAGE-AID)
- Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Care
- Telepsychiatry & HIPAA-Compliant Documentation
- Group Therapy Facilitation (eg, Caregiver Support)
- Substance Use & Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- EMR Proficiency (eg, EPIC, Azzly)
- Collaborative Care & Interdisciplinary Communication
Hobbies and Interests
- Surfing, biking, swimming, running, cooking, yoga, meditation, reading, photography, music, functional medicine
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLean Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student Intern
Merrimack Valley Counseling
09.2024 - 04.2025
IPC Supportive Counseling Intern
MGHIHP
09.2024 - 04.2025
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student Intern
Charlestown Community Health Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (Mindfulness for Neuroplasticity Program)
MGHIHP
10.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Boston Private Nursing
06.2023 - Current
CNA
Private Care
06.2021 - 10.2022
Stability Scientist at Ethicon, Inc
Ethicon, Inc
05.2020 - 12.2020
Biology Workshop Leader
University Of Miami
01.2020 - 05.2020
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
01.2019 - 05.2019
Undergrad Facilitator
University Of Miami
01.2019 - 05.2019
Senior Lifeguard
Town Of Wellfleet
06.2015 - 08.2019
Cape Cod Clean Up
Self-employed
03.2015 - 07.2017
Hillcrest Pizza
Hole in One Breakfast
Winslow's Tavern
Summer Rental Property Management
Billingsgate Shellfish
Landscaping
Master of Science - Nursing
MGH Institute of Health Professionals
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Nutrition
University of Miami
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