Mental Health & Therapy
· Charlottesville, VA
Published in partnership with Mental Fitness Matters PLLC
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Mental Fitness Matters PLLC is a specialized pediatric mental health practice in Charlottesville founded by James Howell, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 9+ years of experience. They provide evaluations, diagnostics, individual psychotherapy, and medication management for children and young adults ages 5-35, with particular expertise in anxiety, ADHD, depression, OCD, and behavioral disorders. Named Charlottesville's best mental health provider, they take a whole-person approach combining clinical expertise with creative, relationship-focused treatment.
Best for: Parents seeking psychiatric evaluation for children with anxiety or ADHD, Young adults ages 21-35 needing medication management and therapy, Families looking for comprehensive child mental health care with board-certified providers
Service area: Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas across Virginia
Dual Board Certification: Founded by James Howell, a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with advanced training from UVA's nursing programs.
Integrated Care Model: Medication management appointments include brief problem-focused psychotherapy, ensuring comprehensive treatment rather than medication alone.
Specialized Youth Expertise: Team trained in evidence-based approaches (CBT, strength-based, humanistic) specifically designed for children and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship challenges.
“Jimmy is a relaxed professional who makes you feel comfortable with ease. What I find to be above and beyond any psychiatric care I've ever had is that he incorporates somatic informed wellness, lifestyle, and nutrition into his discussions and recommendations. Never found a holistically oriented psychiatrist before and I'm glad I did”
— Michael Overstreet, Google Review
“The care my son receives is top notch. He enjoys going to his appointments, loves the space (so do I!) and is making great strides. Communication with Maggie is great and easy and I feel lucky we have found her. Jimmy, Mary and Maggie have done a great job with Mental Fitness Matters.”
— Carli Daugherty, Google Review
“The care my son receives here is outstanding. As a PMHNP myself, I wanted to make sure he received the care he needed. They have exceeded my expectations. The response time is quick. The care is genuine and compassionate and you’re not treated like just a number. Highly recommend to any parent seeking mental health care for their child or to any young adult.”
— Kristy Wade, Google Review
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Phone: (434) 830-5071
Address: 501 Faulconer Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (Get directions)
Website: mentalfitnesscville.com/