Baharak Khabazghazvini, PMHNP-BC, is a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at My Psychiatrist, devoted to alleviating pain and suffering through holistic mental health care. With a rich background spanning diverse cultures and environments, Baharak brings a unique perspective to her practice.

She specializes in evidence-based psychiatry and is passionate about nurturing her patients toward healing and well-being.

Her Journey and Approach to Care

From a young age, Baharak developed deep compassion that led her to become a healer. She earned her medical degree from Azad University in Tehran, Iran, acquiring the art of medicine to nurture and alleviate the suffering of others.

Seeking to broaden her expertise, she pursued an accelerated combined BSN/MSN program for Foreign Educated Physicians at Florida International University, graduating summa cum laude. She then became a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Baharak’s professional journey includes serving as a research sub-investigator for over five leading national research projects funded by prestigious institutions like the National Institute of Health, National Institute of Mental Health, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Through this role, she delved into the dynamics of the mind and the complexities of mental illness, reinforcing her commitment to evidence-based psychiatry.

She has first-authored peer-reviewed publications and co-authored several articles in highly recognized national and international journals. Additionally, she co-authored chapters in books on Environment, Mood Disorders and Suicide (2010) and Child Health and Human Development (2011), published by Nova Science Publishers.

Baharak’s approach to care is holistic and patient-centered, integrating her extensive research background with compassionate clinical practice. She is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where patients feel understood and empowered on their journey to mental wellness.

Education and Training

• Medical Degree (MD) — Azad University, Tehran, Iran
• Combined BSN/MSN for Foreign Educated Physicians — Florida International University, Summa Cum Laude
• Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner — American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

“Healing is an art that blends compassion with science to nurture the mind and alleviate suffering.”