Melissa Varda, PMHNP-BC

Melissa Varda, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults throughout New York State via telehealth through Bass Wellness Center.

Melissa specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), trauma-related conditions, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment.

With more than a decade of nursing experience, including pediatric oncology care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Melissa brings a unique understanding of the emotional and psychological challenges individuals and families face throughout life's journey.

Her treatment approach combines evidence-based medication management with individualized treatment planning, psychoeducation, and supportive care designed to help patients achieve meaningful improvements in emotional wellness and daily functioning.

Melissa works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide variety of mental health concerns. She strives to provide affirming, patient-centered care that supports resilience, growth, and long-term recovery.

Melissa provides psychiatric care to patients throughout New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester County, Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and communities across New York State.

Melissa Varda, PMHNP-BC provides comprehensive psychiatric care through Bass Wellness Center's secure telehealth platform. Patients throughout New York State can receive evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns from the comfort of their homes.

Telepsychiatry appointments are conducted using HIPAA-compliant technology and allow patients to access high-quality psychiatric care without the need for travel. Melissa works collaboratively with each patient to develop individualized treatment plans that support long-term emotional wellness and recovery.

Bass Wellness Center proudly serves patients throughout New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx, Long Island, Westchester County, Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and communities across New York State.