Meet Tricia Dillingham

Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Tricia Dillingham is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents, adults, and seniors. Her work integrates medical expertise with a deep understanding of social and emotional wellness. Tricia brings a unique and well-rounded perspective to mental health care, supported by her background in both nursing and social work.
With clinical experience across outpatient clinics, inpatient psychiatric units, crisis care, and community outreach, Tricia helps patients navigate a wide range of mental health concerns with confidence and support. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, substance use, and mood-related conditions.
Clients working with Tricia often describe feeling heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey. Her warm, inclusive, and empowering approach helps create lasting change through personalized care and evidence-based treatment.
Education and Licensure
Tricia holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. Her advanced clinical training through the PMHNP program prepared her in the areas of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including medication management.
She is licensed in Kansas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Nurse Practitioner (APRN-NP). Her professional background also includes undergraduate degrees in both nursing and social work, with earlier career experience in the Peace Corps, case management, and crisis response.