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  • Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Accepting new patients
  • 24 years of experience
  • Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry / FL 2033 Wood St Ste 220, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • (941) 564-5554

Brief Intro

Ms. MICHELE PRIVETTE, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a BOARD CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER

Michele Privette has over 25 years of experience in treating a variety of psychiatric diagnosis which includes: Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD and Bipolar disorders. Her experience ranges from inpatient/outpatient settings, as well as providing psychiatric consultation to Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities. She has also worked with pharmaceutical companies in clinical research drug trials. Ms. Privette enjoys working with adults as well as geriatrics. She does provide some counseling services, however she enjoys the psychopharmacology of treating disorders. Michele has strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Her goals are to participate and offer the best possible care to the patient in order to improve their quality of life as well as their mental health.

Ms. Privette graduated from the University of Florida with her bachelor’s degree in Nursing. She then went on to graduate from the University of South Florida earning her Masters in Nursing and a certificate in Addictions. She is  certified by the ANCC as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

At the Sarasota, FL, Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry  Ms. Privette treats adults as well as performs Psychiatric Evaluation and Psychiatric Medication Management. Ms. Privette is the Deputy Medical Director of Sarasota, FL branch of CRP as well as the Program Director of Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (MH IOP).

Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry

Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry is a local family owned business, which was started by Dr. Marina Tourkova in 2003. Our first office opened in Hackensack, NJ, followed by a second office in Sarasota, FL, which opened its doors in 2012. As a family we value hard work, honesty and dedication; and we understand that strong mental health is essential in having success in personal and professional lives. We are dedicated to helping our clients to live fulfilling and healthy lives.

We are a state licensed and industry accredited outpatient mental health clinic. Since 2003, our Center has helped thousands of patients with their mental health needs. In recognition of the high quality services provided over the years, we have received multiple awards and recognitions. In addition, we work with local organizations and support various community initiatives to promote mental health awareness. We are committed to continue our support and hard work within the mental health community.

  • MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
  • FAMILY& COUPLES THERAPY
  • INDIVIDUAL & GROUP THERAPY
  • OUTPATIENT INTENSIVE PROGRAMS
  • LIFE/BUSINESS COACHING
  • TELEPSYCHIATRY

Insurance & Affordability

At the Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry, we accept most major insurances, including Medicare. If you do not have mental health insurance coverage, we can offer competitive self-pay rates and/or set up a payment plan. We will work with you on affording your care, so that you can focus on getting better!

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Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University of South Florida - 2001

UNIVERSITY

University of South Florida - Masters - 2001

University of Florida - Bachelors - 1987

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry / FL
  • 2033 Wood St Ste 220, Sarasota, FL 34237

Specialties Treated

  • Psychiatry
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Community Psychiatry
  • Geriatric Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Child, Teen, and Young Adult Addiction Treatment
  • Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
  • Addiction Medicine
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Conditions Addressed

  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Autism
  • Depression
  • PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Mental Illness
  • Children with developmental disorders
  • Addiction
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Alzheimer's Disease
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Procedures Performed

  • Psychiatric Diagnosis or Evaluation
  • Psychiatric Pharmacogenomic Testing
  • Medication management
  • Medication Refills
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
  • Depression Medication
  • Psychiatric Therapeutic Procedures
  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
  • Psychosocial Therapy
  • Mental Health Management
  • Addiction Treatment
  • Therapy Services
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • CareSource
  • Meritain Health
  • ConnectiCare
  • Medical Mutual
  • Aetna
  • HealthPartners
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
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  • Cancer 74
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 71
  • Orthopedics 114
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 94
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 120
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 120
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 62
  • Children's Hospital 16
  • Urology 119
  • Psychiatry 65
  • Geriatrics 94
  • Rehabilitation 70
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 13
  • Ophthalmology 2
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 10
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 23
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 36