Rowena De La Cruz, PMHNP-BC

About Rowena De La Cruz, PMHNP-BC

Rowena De La Cruz, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 35 years of healthcare experience, including 25 years dedicated exclusively to psychiatry. She provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents, adults, and older adults, delivering thoughtful, individualized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Her clinical work addresses a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and other behavioral and emotional concerns. Rowena takes a patient-centered approach that emphasizes collaboration, education, and long-term wellness.

Rowena brings extensive leadership experience to her practice, having served in roles such as psychiatric nurse manager and Chief Nursing Officer. Her career has taken her across the United States, Europe, and Asia, providing her with a broad and culturally informed perspective that enhances her ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Her treatment philosophy is holistic, discreet, and evidence-based. She integrates biological, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors into carefully structured treatment plans designed to support stability, clarity, and improved daily functioning. When appropriate, she collaborates closely with family members and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.

With both professional expertise and personal insight into navigating complex health challenges, Rowena offers care that is grounded, attentive, and results-oriented. She is committed to helping patients achieve meaningful progress while building the skills and support needed for lasting well-being.

Outside of her clinical practice, Rowena enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and playing golf. She believes that maintaining balance, connection, and self-care are essential components of long-term mental and emotional health.