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Vernon Lafreniere, ARNP

Vernon Lafreniere, ARNP

Psychiatric Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

Vernon Lafreniere, ARNP is a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Seattle, WA. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Northwest Psychiatry

1511 3rd Ave Ste 415 Seattle, WA 98101

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3.8
21 ratings, 4 with a written review
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At the risk of sounding dramatic, Vern completely changed my life. I’m very thankful that my therapist recommending him to me because my life has become a great deal better since. I’ve battled chronic depression, crippling generalized and social anxiety, and panic attacks for nearly half of my life. Before I started seeing Vern, my symptoms were rapidly evolving into agoraphobia to the point that I rarely left my house unless it was absolutely necessary. Over the several months, Vern has patiently worked with me to address each of my symptoms and has been totally accommodating to ensure everything is covered by my insurance. Thanks to him, my life is finally manageable again and I don’t have to plan my life around mental health episodes. He also has a great bedside manner and is always very calming to talk to—I appreciate that a lot because I typically dread appointments of any kind. Lisa manages his appointments and is also incredibly kind, helpful, and responsive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kacee – Dec 27, 2019
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This provider lets his personal bias affect his care and is wreclkess in prescribing before he has all of the facts. He also practices out of scope diagnosing medical problems of the body without proper tests. He attempted to prescribe me meds without asking what I had already tried. He is also not careful and compassionate with his vulnerable client’s feelings.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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WA – Nov 20, 2018
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Amazing mental health professional. Has helped me so much managing my anxiety and depression. My work and personal life has definitely been improved with treatment from him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Seth in Seattle, WA – Oct 24, 2018
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I am very thankful for the wonderful care I've received from Vernon Lafreniere and his team. He is extremely knowledgeable on the latest research and treatment strategies. I would highly recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 17, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I support patients in gaining greater insight, developing more effective coping skills, and by empowering them to manage the difficult challenges that life often presents. Using a holistic approach of cognitive-behavioral techniques and medication...read more

biography

Board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority, I am an experienced mental health specialist. I graduated from the University of Washington's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. ...read more
  • Psychiatric Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

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Northwest Psychiatry

Northwest Psychiatry1511 3rd Ave Ste 415 Seattle, WA 98101
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