Author: Dr. JeanAnne Johnson, PsyD, PhD, APRN-BC, FNP, PMHNP, PMHS

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Dr. JeanAnne Johnson is a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of medical experience. She holds advanced degrees from Georgetown University and Rush University, along with multiple certifications in psychiatric care, addiction treatment, and pediatric mental health. She is currently pursuing a fellowship in Precision Psychiatry and Functional Medicine. JeanAnne provides psychiatric services across 14 clinics, specializing in mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and criminogenic programs. A national speaker and author of I Can Do Hard Things: Tools to Manage Anxiety When Medication Isn’t Enough (2019), she is passionate about holistic mental health care. Her approach addresses the root causes of mental illness through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and functional medicine. Outside of work, JeanAnne enjoys outdoor activities with her two children, is a cancer survivor, and loves animals.
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The Gut-Brain Link in OCD: Exploring New Treatment Approaches

The Gut-Brain Link in OCD Exploring New Treatment Approaches

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a severe mental health disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Patients with OCD often spend excessive time participating in compulsive behaviors such as cleaning to ease unwanted thoughts, such as fear of contamination. OCD can interrupt daily functioning, causing problems such as anxiety, isolation, strained relationships, […]

What Do You Do As a Patient During Ketamine Therapy?

Ketamine therapy is an innovative treatment for depression, anxiety, and PTSD, especially for those who haven’t found relief with traditional methods. By influencing neurotransmitters in the brain, ketamine can rapidly improve mood and mental well-being. Learn how the treatment works, what to expect during sessions, and whether it’s the right option for you.

Does TMS Really Help With OCD? 

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive FDA-approved treatment for OCD that targets brain activity to reduce symptoms. Research shows that TMS, especially deep TMS (dTMS), can be effective for treatment-resistant OCD. In this article, we explore how TMS works, its success rates, and what to expect from treatment.