Our Philosophy
Compassionate, Collaborative, and Individualized Care
We believe mental health care should feel personal, supportive, and collaborative. We take the time to truly listen, understand each patient’s unique experiences, and create individualized treatment plans that support long-term emotional wellness. Treatment plans may include medication, therapies, and school accommodation discussions.
Our approach combines clinical expertise with empathy, focusing not only on symptom management, but also on helping each individual build confidence, resilience, and healthy daily functioning. We work closely with patients, parents, caregivers, schools, and support systems to ensure care is thoughtful, comprehensive, and centered around each individual’s needs and goals.
Hannah Hayes, CPNP-AC/PC, PMHNP-BC
Hannah is a triple board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over a decade of dedicated expertise, primarily within pediatric care. Her professional path took root while supporting adolescents managing chronic pain, a transformative experience that fueled her commitment to comprehensive psychiatric treatment. Today, she integrates this specialized clinical background with a gentle, reassuring presence to guide children and young adults toward mental wellness. Her extensive training in both acute and primary pediatric care remains the foundation of her practice, enriching her role as a compassionate mental health nurse practitioner.
At Golden Strides Behavioral Health, Hannah strives to offer clarity and hope for families navigating complex journeys. She works closely with patients to overcome obstacles within a peaceful, welcoming setting that prioritizes growth and healing. Her mission is to provide every family with a steady hand and a clear way forward.
A Georgia native, Hannah enjoys life in her home state alongside her husband, three children, and two beloved dogs. It was her friendly golden retriever who inspired the name “Golden Strides.” As a mother herself, she possesses a deep, personal understanding of the intricate decisions parents face with medical decisions, making her a relatable and empathetic ally in supporting a child’s mental health.
Is Golden Strides the Right Fit for Your Family?
Finding the right psychiatric support is a significant decision for any parent or patient. Our clinic is specifically designed for children, teens, and young adults from ages 4 to 30 years old who require expert outpatient evaluation and thoughtful medication management within a supportive, trauma-informed environment.
We may not be the best fit if...
- Your child requires immediate inpatient-level emergency care.
- There is active self-harm requiring 24/7 clinical monitoring.
- You are seeking court-ordered psychiatric evaluations.
- You require intensive daily residential treatment programs.
- You are looking for a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation or learning disorders assessment
- You or your child need a stimulant medication prescribed by this practice, we do make recommendations to PCPs but are unable to directly prescribe
If you or your child are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988 or reach out to your local emergency services immediately for 24/7 support.
We emphasize a collaborative approach, working closely with families to ensure care is culturally sensitive and aligned with your child's unique needs. We are here to provide the clinical expertise and steady guidance necessary for your family's journey toward wellness.
We may be a good fit if...
- Your child needs an outpatient psychiatric evaluation.
- You are seeking collaborative medication management.
- You value a trauma-informed and family-centered approach.
- Your child is a teen or young adult transitioning to independent care.
- You need support navigating school or social difficulties.