- PMHNP-BC Board Certified
Lydia M. Nattabi
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Lydia Nattabi brings something rare to psychiatric care , over 15 years of frontline nursing experience paired with the clinical sharpness of a newly board-certified practitioner. From crisis intervention to correctional mental health, she has worked in some of the most demanding environments in the field, and she carries that depth into every patient relationship.
- MSN, Azusa Pacific
- Board Certified
- Crisis & Complex Care
Professional Background
Lydia M. Nattabi is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) whose 15+ year career in psychiatric nursing spans some of the most challenging and high-stakes settings in mental healthcare. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing with a psychiatric specialization from Azusa Pacific University, built on a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Clayton State University.
Her clinical roots run deep. As a Registered Nurse with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Lydia spent years delivering psychiatric care in crisis and inpatient programs , environments that demand precision, composure, and an unwavering commitment to patient dignity. That foundation has shaped how she practices today: methodically, compassionately, and always with the whole person in mind.
Since earning her PMHNP certification, Lydia has worked in outpatient settings including Starcare Ventures Corp and Promedix Health, where she conducts psychiatric evaluations, manages medication therapy, facilitates group therapy, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, evidence-based care. Her approach blends clinical rigor with genuine therapeutic presence , helping clients not just stabilize, but build the tools for lasting mental wellness.
I believe in holistic, patient-centered care that meets people where they are and supports them in getting to where they want to be.
Expertise
- Crisis Intervention & Inpatient Care
- Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis
- Medication Management
- Group Therapy & Family Systems Therapy
- Group Therapy & Family Systems Therapy
Active Licenses
- Nurse Practitioner (NP) , CA #95030496
- Registered Nurse (RN) , CA #723482
- PMHNP-BC 2024072402
Professional Memberships
American Nurses Association
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Education & Certifications
Master of Science in Nursing
Advanced clinical training in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment across the lifespan.
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Foundational training in nursing practice, clinical assessment, and patient-centered care.
Clayton State University
Board Certified PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
American Nurses Credentialing Center
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