This provider is under supervision and practicing under their supervisor’s license.
Claudia Y Digiaimo Nunez
Medical Doctor (Psychiatrist)
North Carolina Medical Board
2005-00863, North Carolina
Susan (Susie) Simmons
(She/Her/Hers)
Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Accepting clients
Updated 9 days ago
1 years in practice
Patient-centered mental health care for adults, including evaluations and medication management in a supportive, collaborative space.
Hi, I'm Susie. I’m a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner originally from Pennsylvania. Before becoming a provider, I spent 6 years as a travel nurse, working across the country in places like Arizona, NYC, and Washington, DC. Those experiences shaped how I connect with people from all walks of life and ultimately led me to settle in Raleigh to pursue my passion for mental health care. I work primarily with young adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach is open, honest, and down-to-earth—I want you to feel comfortable being real about what’s going on without fear of judgment. I take a collaborative approach to treatment, creating plans that truly fit your life and goals. I genuinely care about my patients and pride myself on going above and beyond to support them. Helping people work through their mental health challenges is the most meaningful part of what I do, and my goal is to make sure you feel heard, supported, and not alone in the process.
Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Treats suicidal ideationWhiteCisgender WomanHeterosexualSpiritual, not religious
Practice hours (EDT)
Sun
closed
Mon
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tue
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fri
closed
Sat
closed
Accepts new patients after hospitalization for
- Manic episodes
- Severe depression
- Self-harming behavior
- Suicidal intent or a plan
- Altered mental status or delirium
- Psychosis (delusions and hallucinations)
- Escalating reckless or impulsive behavior
- Suicide attempt
- Severe emotional stress or trauma
Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic
- Performance Anxiety
- Postpartum Depression
- Psychosis
- Schizoaffective
- Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform and Brief Psychosis
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Medication Management
Treatments
- ADHD Evaluation
- Brief Psychotherapy
- Medication Management
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Door can be opened easily
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
- Flat path to the front door
- Step-free entry
- Wide doorway
Settling in
- Storage for mobility aids (e.g. wheelchair, scooter)
- Wide entry to clinician space
Remote options
- Chat
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – North Carolina
- Anthem – North Carolina
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- Cigna – North Carolina
- First Health – North Carolina
- Humana – North Carolina
- Medcost – North Carolina
- Medicare – North Carolina
- Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE) – North Carolina
- Multiplan – North Carolina
- Optum – North Carolina
- Tricare – North Carolina
- UMR – North Carolina
- United HealthCare – North Carolina
- Veterans Community Care Network (VACCN) – North Carolina
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- Sliding scale
Payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Health Savings Account
Credentials
Licenses
Nurse Practitioner
North Carolina Board of Nursing
5021908, North Carolina
Certificates
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMHNP) Board Certification
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), demonstrating advanced expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions across the lifespan.
Education
Wilkes University
MS (Master of Science in Nursing), 2024
MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health from Wilkes University, an accredited program focused on advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health.
East Stroudsburg University
BS (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), 2019
BSN at East Stroudsburg University, providing a strong nursing foundation through clinical experience, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice.