Ruby Mental Wellness

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Ruby Mental Wellness

Traditional psychiatric medication management through a holistic lens. Accepting new patients in Tennessee both in person and virtually.

In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UHC, Optum, UMR, Medicare. We provide medication management through the use of both traditional psychotropics and holistic treatment methods. Through collaboration with you and your primary therapist and medical team, we help you achieve a greater sense of emotional and physical wellbeing. We specialize in medication management for adults and adolescents with the following mental health concerns:

-ADHD

-Addiction

-Anxiety

-Binge Eating Disorder

-Bipolar Disorder

-Depression

-Insomnia

-OCD

-Trauma

11/20/2025

Parenthood is filled with contradictions - joy and fatigue, love and doubt, pride and overwhelm.
Needing support doesn’t make you any less of a parent; it simply means you’re a human going through a BIG transition.

At Ruby, we believe asking for help is a form of strength, not weakness. Our psychiatric wellness team is here to listen, support, and help you find balance that feels right for you.

You don’t have to navigate this alone...reach out today to learn how personalized, compassionate care can make a difference in your mental wellness journey.

You’re doing your best, and that’s enough.

11/13/2025

In a world that can feel loud, rushed, and sometimes unkind, choosing kindness is a quiet kind of strength.

We never really know what someone else is carrying.
The smile that hides exhaustion.
The “I’m okay” that really means “I’m trying.”
The small, unseen ways people keep going.

Today is World Kindness Day, and it’s a reminder that kindness doesn’t have to be big or performative.
It can be gentle.
It can start with you.

Be kind in the way you speak to yourself.
Be patient when things take longer than you hoped.
Be soft when the world feels hard.

Kindness grows in the smallest moments - and those moments matter more than you think.

11/06/2025

Anxiety and OCD can feel similar - but they aren’t the same.

With OCD, worries often feel intrusive, unwanted, and repetitive. They’re followed by urges (compulsions) to do something—mentally or physically—to relieve the distress.
Examples:
Checking, cleaning, or repeating actions
Mental rituals like reviewing conversations, praying, or counting
Avoidance behaviors that take up time and energy
At Ruby Mental Wellness, we use tools like the Y-BOCS (Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale) to assess the presence and severity of obsessions and compulsions. This helps us move beyond “just anxiety” and identify when OCD is part of the picture.
✨ OCD comes in many forms, and it doesn’t always look like the stereotypes. If your anxiety feels stuck on repeat and you find yourself doing rituals or mental gymnastics to get relief—it may be time for a closer look.

10/30/2025

Propaganda we ARE falling for in the mental wellness space - and we’re here for every bit of it.
Because real wellness isn’t about perfection - it’s about small, steady choices that honor your whole self.

10/28/2025

A haunted house… but it’s not ghosts - it’s the mental health myths that just won’t go away. 👻
Let’s shine a light on some of the scariest ones we’ve all heard:

🚫 “You can fix your mental health with one supplement or smoothie.”
➡️ Real talk: there’s no magic fix. True wellness is a whole-person journey that includes nourishment, rest, connection, therapy, and sometimes medication.

🚫 “Hustle harder, rest later.”
➡️ Rest isn’t weakness — it’s the foundation of focus, creativity, and emotional regulation. You can’t pour from an empty cup.

🚫 “Therapy is only for when things fall apart.”
➡️ Therapy isn’t just for crisis - it’s for growth, prevention, and learning more about yourself before things get heavy.

🚫 “If your meds work, you don’t need lifestyle changes.”
➡️ Medication can be life-changing, but it works best alongside healthy sleep, nutrition, movement, and meaningful routines.

✨ Not all the scary stuff lives in haunted houses.
Some of it lives in the messages we’ve been told about mental health... and we’re not falling for it anymore.

10/21/2025

Here are a few signs it might be time to start that conversation:

• You’ve been in therapy or making lifestyle changes, but symptoms still persist
• Your mood, energy, or motivation are impacting your daily life
• Anxiety, depression, or focus feel harder to manage than before
• You’re feeling emotionally “stuck” despite your efforts

That’s where our team at Ruby Mental Wellness can help.
We specialize in thoughtful, collaborative medication management that looks at the whole person - not just the symptoms. Together, we’ll explore whether medication could support your goals and how it fits into your larger wellness journey.

You don’t need a referral or a perfect plan to start. Just a willingness to take that next step - and we’ll meet you there.

10/16/2025

We’re soaking up all the cozy fall moments - from Thanksgiving dinners to pumpkin carving and haunted theme parks. 🍂

Our Ruby Mental Wellness providers shared a few of their favorite fall traditions (and a couple of surprises... like a soft spot for The Great British Bake Off).

What’s one thing you love most about this season?

10/09/2025

Starting a new medication can feel overwhelming, especially when side effects pop up. The truth is: some are normal and temporary - but others mean it’s time to check in right away ⚠️.

You deserve to feel safe and supported in your treatment. Side effects should never be ignored, and you never have to “tough it out” alone.

✨ Save this post to reference later, and please reach out to your provider if you are experiencing any of the side effects on the right!

07/30/2025

📣 Welcome Tina to the Ruby Mental Wellness Team!

Now accepting new patients across Tennessee via Telehealth starting next week!

Tina is a warm, down-to-earth Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who brings years of experience working with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and addiction. She works with teens and adults ages 13+ offering thoughtful, evidence-based care from the comfort of your own home.

Before becoming a PMHNP, Tina spent four years as an RN at an inpatient recovery center, giving her deep insight into addiction and co-occurring mental health needs. Her approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and collaborative.

Tina believes in meeting patients where they are—literally and emotionally. If you’re looking for support and prefer the convenience of virtual care, she’s here to help.

Appointments starting at 7am CST can be scheduled online at www.rubymentalwellness.com

07/16/2025

☀️ Feeling extra sensitive to heat on your SSRIs this summer? You’re not alone!

Many antidepressants can affect how your body regulates temperature, making you more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Watch for:
• Excessive sweating
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Rapid heartbeat
• Unusual fatigue

Stay safe by:
• Drinking extra water
• Seeking shade frequently
• Planning outdoor activities for cooler hours
• Wearing breathable clothing

Your medication is helping your mental health—let’s make sure it doesn’t compromise your physical wellbeing!

Head over to our blog where we break down everything you need to know about managing SSRI heat sensitivity this summer. Your wellness matters in every season.

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7105 Crossroads Boulevard Ste 102
Brentwood, TN
37027

Website

http://www.rubymentalwellness.com/

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