Paula Harwood McKenna

Starting with a clinical focus on empathy and collaboration, Paula Harwood McKenna is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been serving patients in California since 2017. Her treatment philosophy is deeply patient-centered and individualized, ensuring that every plan is tailored to meet specific clinical needs. Paula specializes in a wide range of conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and PTSD. She also provides support for couples, women's issues, postpartum depression, grief, hoarding, and transitions in midlife or later life. Her practice further extends to treating psychosis and schizophrenia. Paula’s academic background is extensive, holding a Master’s Degree in Nursing from Cal State San Marcos, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UC Irvine, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from SDSU. She also holds RN and BSN credentials. Within her clinical work, she incorporates mindfulness as a therapeutic treatment modality. She primarily serves adults and seniors, including those in age groups ranging from 18 to 65 and older. Outside of her professional practice, Paula finds balance through activities such as tennis, snow skiing, swimming, and hiking, and she possesses a deep appreciation for art, music, architecture, and travel.