Meet Dr. Fraino

Dr. Joan Fraino

Board Certified Family & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

Joan Fraino is a distinguished leader in the field of psychiatric nursing, she holds board certifications as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. With over 32 years of dedicated experience in psychiatry, Joan Fraino is not only a practitioner but also an inspiring educator who is committed to shaping the next generation of psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners.

Educational Excellence

Dr. Fraino earned her doctorate from the University of San Francisco (USF) and has served as an Adjunct Professor for many years. Her role as faculty included advising doctoral candidates and precepting aspiring psychiatric and family nurse practitioners.

Author and Thought Leader

Dr. Joan has published her doctoral research in the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and contributed articles to the Journal of Nurse Practitioners. Additionally, she has authored textbook chapters in Comprehensive Healthcare Simulation: Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Clinical Education.

Commitment to Mentorship

Passionate about education, Joan Fraino is dedicated to mentoring future healthcare leaders. She believes that strong mentorship can transform lives and careers, and she works tirelessly to provide guidance and support to her students. Her wealth of knowledge and experience enables her to offer invaluable insights that help her students thrive in their professional journeys.

Extensive Clinical Experience

Dr. Joan is working with clients facing a range of mental health challenges from mild conditions like anxiety and insomnia to severe disorders such as depression, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, alcohol use, and psychosis. Her hands-on experience in the field allows her to offer real-world insights that prepares new psychiatric nurse practitioners for the complexities of psychiatric care.

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