About
Rachel Mackessy-Lloyd
PMHNP-BC, ANP-BC, MSN, BSN, RN
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, and addiction. I will work with your mental healthcare team to collaborate and develop a plan that enables you to achieve your goals.
My approach is grounded in the interpersonal theory of nursing. I am especially interested in mood disorder, anxiety, and addiction psychiatry.
I am nationally board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and licensed to practice independently as a PMHNP in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC, and Pennsylvania and these licensures includes prescriptive authority. I completed a Masters of Science in Nursing at George Mason University in 2012 and a post-certificate in PMHNP from George Washington University in 2020.
Wandayi Solani
PMHNP-BC, CRNP-BC, MSN, BSN, RN
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and I provide comprehensive mental health care to clients with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD across the lifespan. I have over 13 years of experience in the medical field working as a register nurse. family nurse practitioner, and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I worked for several years at George Washington Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine in the neurology department.
Through my academic and clinical experiences, I have cultivated a holistic approach to mental health care. I aim to approach each client with empathy and respect. I understand that taking the first step to seek help can be daunting, whether you are experiencing overwhelming emotions, navigating a challenging situation, or simply feeling stuck. You are not alone. I believe every individual has a unique story, and it will be a privilege to walk alongside with you as you navigate your challenges and triumphs.
I am nationally board certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and licensed to practice independently as a PMHNP in Maryland, which includes prescriptive authority. I completed a Masters of Science in Nursing at Chamberlin College in 2018 and a Post-certificate in PMHNP from Liberty University in 2024.
Lynn Mackessy-Lloyd
DNP, MA, MS, RN
I hold a Doctorate of Nursing Practice as a registered nurse with experience in counseling after receiving a Master’s Degree in Health Promotion and Counseling from Trinity College. I have worked in a variety of practice settings, and am excited to join the team at Mackessy Mental Health.
I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. My most recent experience has been in nursing education, both in the classroom, the lab, and in the clinical setting.
I look forward to working with Rachel to collaboratively help you achieve your mental health goals.