Our Care

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Our Psychiatric Expert

Meet Our Psychiatric Expert

Princess Minter, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP

Founder | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Princess Minter is a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with advanced certification in addiction care and specialized expertise in substance use disorders, treatment

Meet Our Psychiatric Expert

Princess Minter, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP

Founder | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Princess Minter is a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with advanced certification in addiction care and specialized expertise in substance use disorders, treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions, and complex mental health presentations.

Her clinical expertise encompasses addiction treatment, medication for addiction treatment for opioid use disorder, and innovative therapeutic approaches for individuals who have not achieved meaningful improvement through conventional psychiatric treatment. With extensive experience managing complex psychiatric conditions and co-occurring disorders, Dr. Minter brings a comprehensive, evidence-based perspective to individualized treatment.

As the founder of Ascent Mind Institute, Dr. Minter has established a practice centered on clinical excellence, personalized care, and thoughtful treatment strategies. Her approach integrates advanced psychiatric assessment, evidence-based medication management, and collaborative decision-making to address the unique needs of each client.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Minter is an active contributor to professional education and discussions surrounding addiction psychiatry, emerging substance use trends, and equitable mental healthcare. Through educational presentations and professional speaking engagements, she remains committed to advancing clinical awareness and improving treatment outcomes.

Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that even the most complex challenges deserve thoughtful care, innovative solutions, and a path toward meaningful healing.

Our Commitment

At Ascent Mind Institute, we recognize that mental health challenges are rarely one-dimensional. Whether you're navigating substance use, experiencing depression that hasn't responded to traditional treatment, or managing other psychiatric concerns, we provide thoughtful, individualized care designed around your unique needs.


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Our Approach

Our Approach

We believe every healing journey is unique. Our approach combines advanced psychiatric expertise, evidence-based treatment, and a collaborative partnership to help you move toward meaningful, lasting progress.