Stout Debora

Debora A. Stout is a female psychiatric nurse practitioner in Astoria, OR. A psychiatric nurse practitioner is a nurse practitioner who specializes in mental health care, diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. Prescribing medication and offering psychotherapy are both within the scope of care that a psychiatric nurse practitioner can provide, whether they are practicing under a doctor or on their own.. They work with individuals, families, groups, and communities assessing mental health needs, diagnosing mental illness and prescribing appropriate medication. Some Psych NPs are also trained to provide clients with psychotherapy.