Suzanne Thorne-Odem DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Thorne-Odem joined the Solace provider team after completing comprehensive and rewarding clinical training at Solace as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) student under Kara Iacovella, CRNP-PMH's mentorship.

Dr. Thorne-Odem has been a nurse for nearly 40 years. She first became interested in mental health nursing as a young child, often visiting the state hospital where her grandparents worked as nursing supervisors. She obtained her bachelor's degree in nursing at Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She obtained her master’s degree in nursing and post-master’s certificate as a family nurse practitioner from Andrews University in Michigan. Finally, she obtained her Doctorate of Nursing Practice and post-master’s certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from the University of South Alabama.

Dr. Thorne-Odem has practiced in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient mental health, primary care, as well as, free clinics for the underserved. Throughout the years, she has provided care to veterans, survivors of domestic violence, trauma, and child abuse, as well as, homeless populations. 

Dr. Thorne-Odem believes in the whole health approach to wellness, considering the physical, emotional, and spiritual factors that promote health. She works closely with patients to develop a plan of care that meets their goals for well-being. She treats a variety of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and many others.

Dr. Thorne-Odem is accepting new adult and pediatric patients for in-person and telehealth appointments. She looks forward to working with you!

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