Seeking mental health services is a powerful act of self-care that can lead to lasting positive change. Talking to a mental health professional can help us navigate stress, anxiety, depression, or simply gain clarity in life. You're not alone in what you're feeling, and support is available. Taking that first step shows strength, not weakness—and it can open the door to healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of well-being. You deserve to feel better, and help is here when you're ready.
Our Approach to Care
Personalized Treatment Plans
At Mental Armor Psychiatric Services of NY & NJ, we believe in providing individualized care to each of our clients. Our approach focuses on creating tailored treatment plans that address the unique needs and goals of every individual. By combining psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy, we aim to break down the barriers and stigma associated with mental health issues and substance abuse. Our goal is to empower our clients to take control of their mental well-being and lead fulfilling lives.
Services
Protecting Your Mental Health As You Navigate The Winding Roads Of Life
Psychiatric Evaluation
Receive a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to understand your mental health needs and create a tailored treatment plan. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners are here to assist with a variety of mental health and substance abuse concerns.
Medication Management
Work with our skilled psychiatric nurse practitioners for professional medication management. We help optimize your prescriptions with psychotherapy to support your mental health treatment goals and achieve safe and effective outcomes.
Psychotherapy
Engage in a psychotherapy session tailored to your needs. Our licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners provide compassionate support for various mental health challenges, helping you achieve better emotional well-being.
Meet Latiema
Welcome to Mental Armor Psychiatric Services (MAPS) of NY and NJ! Protecting your mental health as you navigate the winding roads of life.
Latiema Merilus is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and ensuring that every individual seeking treatment feels heard, seen, and free from judgment. With nearly a decade of experience in psychiatric and addiction nursing acquired while working in some of the top hospitals and substance abuse recovery centers in New York and New Jersey, she brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to treating a wide range of mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Her holistic approach to care, which encompasses focusing not just on symptoms but also on the social and environmental factors that contribute to mental health challenges, is what allows those she serves to feel empowered on their mental health journey. Latiema is a dedicated professional who graduated with honors from Rutgers University School of Nursing and earned a Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Wilkes University.
