Advocate Psych

05/02/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a reminder that mental health is not separate from physical health, but deeply connected to it.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I see every day how closely the mind and body influence one another. Sleep, stress, nutrition, chronic illness, and emotional wellbeing are all intertwined. When one area is struggling, the others are often affected as well.

Mental health is a critical part of care that is so often overlooked, and it is one of the reasons I chose this specialty. There is a real need for greater attention, understanding, and access to mental health support across all areas of healthcare.

I am consistently impressed by the patients I work with. It takes strength and self-awareness to recognize when something feels off and to take the step of asking for help. That kind of insight is something to be proud of, not ashamed of. To me, it reflects courage, resilience, and honesty with oneself.

We all need to be aware of our own mental health and take care of it. Sometimes that means slowing down enough to recognize when we’re struggling and being willing to talk about it or seek support. These are human experiences we all share at different points in life.

We cannot take care of ourselves or others effectively if we are running on empty. Prioritizing mental health is not selfish, it is foundational to functioning, relationships, and overall wellbeing.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck, support is available. Taking the first step toward care is often the hardest part, but it can also be the most meaningful.

Mental health matters… not just this month, but every day.

— Advocate Psych

12/29/2025

Good Morning! I would like to share my Psychology Today profile.

Erica Frazier - Advocate Psych, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Sheridan, WY, 82801, (307) 312-5829, You may be doing your best to keep up while feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from yourself. Ongoing anxiety, low mood, trauma, focus challenges, or sleep problems may be affecting you...

12/11/2025

Hello! I would like to take a moment to introduce myself. I’m Erica, the owner and provider at Advocate Psych, where my goal is to create a welcoming, down-to-earth space where you feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported.

I’m originally from Mississippi, and nursing is my second career. Before becoming a nurse, I spent about 15 years in customer service, sales, engineering, and operations. Those roles helped me develop skills in listening, problem-solving, and connecting with people in a real, human way, qualities that enhance the care I provide. I earned my MSN from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and later completed my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) post-master’s certification at South College in Knoxville, Tennessee.

My nursing journey began in critical care, working across all ICU specialties. Even in those intense environments, mental health was always part of the picture. Over time, I found myself drawn to the emotional side of patient care, the part that often gets overlooked. That passion led me to an inpatient crisis stabilization unit for adults, and later to outpatient mental health clinics where I worked with kids, teens, and adults, experiences that ultimately brought me here to you.

Along the way, I served as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the International Clinical Nurse Leader Association for four and a half years and worked as a Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) on a neurosurgery unit at Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. I’ve cared for patients recovering from strokes, spinal surgeries, and spinal cord injuries. These experiences shaped how I understand people, stress, trauma, and resilience.

I’m a big believer in lifelong learning, honest conversations, and evidence-based care. I care deeply about helping people find clarity and feel better. I believe mental health treatment looks different for everyone: sometimes therapy, sometimes medication, sometimes a combination of both, but it always requires you. My purpose is to collaborate with you and help you move in the direction that feels right.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, staying active with pilates, rowing, and spin, playing golf, fishing, and cruising the lake. I also love cooking, watching movies, and cheering on my Marquette Golden Eagles basketball team.

I’m here to help you feel supported, heard, and empowered. Life has its challenges, and you don’t have to face them alone. There is a better way forward, and we will figure it out together.

If you or someone you love could benefit from supportive, evidence-based care and are located in North Carolina, Wyoming or Montana, you can learn more or schedule an appointment with me at www.advocatepsych.com

12/10/2025