Course Overview

The Psychiatry Masterclass with Dr. Mena is a structured, real-world educational experience designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and clinical practice.

Developed by Dr. Mena Mirhom, a Columbia-trained, board-certified psychiatrist, this course provides practical frameworks, prescribing strategies, and clinical decision-making tools used in high-level psychiatric care—including work with elite performers and athletes.

This program combines evidence-based psychiatry with real-world application, helping students and new practitioners build confidence in diagnosing, treating, and managing psychiatric conditions.

Who It’s For

This program is designed for:

  • Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
  • Physician Assistants (PAs)
  • Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply structured approaches to psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
  • Develop safe and effective medication treatment plans
  • Understand when to start, switch, or augment psychiatric medications
  • Identify red flags (e.g., bipolar disorder, substance misuse) before prescribing
  • Build confidence in managing common psychiatric conditions (depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc.)
  • Utilize clinical frameworks for real-world patient scenarios

Modules / Curriculum

  • Module 1: Diagnosis Masterclass
  • Module 2: Mood Disorders Beyond SSRIs
  • Module 3: Anxiety, OCD & Trauma: Mastering Advanced Clinical Management
  • Module 4: Psychotic Disorders & Antipsychotics
  • Module 5: Medication Emergencies You Cannot Miss
  • Module 6: ADHD & Stimulant Prescribing in Adults: Clinical Decision-Making for NPs
  • Module 7: Substance Use Disorders & Dual Diagnosis
  • Module 8: Personality Disorders & Clinical Boundaries
  • Module 9: Risk Management & Clinical Documentation in Psychiatric Practice
  • Module 10: Women’s Mental Health & Hormonal Psychiatry
  • Module 11: Geriatric Psychiatry & Cognitive Disorders
  • Module 12: Sleep Disorders & Psychopharmacology
  • Module 13: Complex Cases & Treatment Resistance
  • Module 14: Private Practice Strategy & Clinical Systems for Psychiatric NPs

Instructor

Dr. Mena Mirhom, MD, FAPA, is a Columbia-trained, board-certified psychiatrist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University. He serves as Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services and Chief Wellbeing Officer at Athletes for Hope.

Trained at Mount Sinai and Columbia University Medical Center, Dr. Mirhom brings a rigorous, academically grounded approach to clinical psychiatry. He is a nationally recognized speaker, published author, and trusted consultant to the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA).

Known for his clarity in managing complex psychiatric cases, Dr. Mirhom is dedicated to elevating clinical excellence and helping providers deliver more confident, high-level patient care.