About Us
Meet Vernisha Chambers Douglas, PMHNP-BC, founder of MHMATTERS365
Compassionate, trauma-informed psychiatric care rooted in the belief that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported—without judgment.
Meet Vernisha
Vernisha Chambers Douglas, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Founder, MHMATTERS365 LLC (Mental Health Matters 365)
I'm Vernisha Chambers Douglas, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of MHMATTERS365 LLC (Mental Health Matters 365).
My journey in healthcare began in 2015 after graduating from Troy University, but my passion for mental health was shaped by much more than a degree.
For nine years, I had the honor of serving America's heroes through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Caring for Veterans taught me the importance of listening beyond the symptoms, recognizing the weight people carry, and treating every patient with dignity, compassion, and respect.
My career later brought me into spaces where the need for mental health care was impossible to ignore. Working with vulnerable and underserved populations, including youth involved in the juvenile justice system, opened my eyes to what can happen when mental health concerns go untreated, resources are limited, and families do not know where to turn.
I saw children struggling who needed help long before they entered a system.
I saw families searching for providers who would accept their insurance.
I saw people waiting too long for appointments, struggling to find medication
management, and feeling discouraged by barriers that had nothing to do with how badly they needed care
Founder & Lead Provider
And one thing became very clear to me:
Mental health does not care about the size of your paycheck. Anxiety does not ask what you earn. Depression does not check your insurance card.
Trauma does not care about your ZIP code, your title, your education, or where you come from.
Mental health can affect anyone, and I believe quality care should be accessible to everyone. That belief is what pushed me outside of my comfort zone and led me to create MHMATTERS365 LLC (Mental Health Matters 365).
Today, I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults, with a special commitment to increasing access for individuals and families who have historically struggled to obtain mental health services. In Alabama, our practice proudly works to serve families covered by Medicaid and ALL Kids, while continuing to expand access across the lifespan.
I am also licensed in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, and Washington, allowing me to extend mental health services beyond my local community and reach individuals in multiple states.
My approach is simple: I want my patients to feel heard, respected, understood, and included in their care. I do not believe a diagnosis tells a person's entire story. I look at the whole person - their experiences, family, environment, challenges, strengths, goals, and the life they want to build.
MHMATTERS365 was created from a belief that has become both my mission and my purpose:
Mental health matters 365 days a year.
Not only during a crisis.
Not only when life becomes unbearable.
Not only when someone can afford to pay out of pocket.
Every day. Every age. Every background. Every person.
My mission is to continue breaking down barriers, expanding access, and creating a mental health practice where children, teens, adults, and families know they matter.Because sometimes changing a life starts with something as simple as giving someone a place where
they finally feel heard.
MSN, Psychiatric Mental Health
Board Certified (PMHNP-BC)
Why MHMATTERS365 Exists
MHMATTERS365 was born during a season of deep reflection—a time when I was confronted with the reality of how much unkindness and pain exists in the world, and how often that pain goes unaddressed.
I kept thinking about all the people who are struggling, who are hurting, who are acting out of their own unmet needs—and how easy it is for the world to respond with judgment instead of compassion.
"Hurting people need understanding, not criticism. They need support, not shame. And they need someone willing to sit with them in their pain without trying to rush them through it."
— Vernisha Douglas, Founder
That realization became the foundation of this practice. I wanted to create a space where mental health care feels human—where we recognize that behaviors often reflect unmet needs, not character flaws, and where healing isn't one-size-fits-all.
At MHMATTERS365, we believe that mental health matters every single day—not just when things reach a crisis point. And we're committed to providing care that reflects that belief.
Meet the Behavioral Health Coordinator
Shonquila Williams, MSN, RN
Behavior Health Coordinator
Shonquila Williams supports children, teens, and families by providing compassionate care coordination and ongoing support throughout their mental-health journey.
Working closely with the PMHNP and clinical team, Shonquila helps families navigate services, understand next steps, and feel supported during times of transition. Her approach is warm, patient, and family-centered—focused on building trust, clarity, and continuity of care.
🧠 Compassionate
🤍 Family-focused
🌱 Dedicated to connection and support
Mental health matters—365 days a year.
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Meet Jerrika Myles
PMHNP — Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Jerrika Myles is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate mental health care for children, teens, and young adults in Alabama. She offers psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and collaborative care in a supportive, judgment-free environment.
Jerrika is passionate about helping patients feel heard, understood, and empowered while working with families to support emotional wellness, stability, and growth.
(334) 378-2790
Now accepting new patients in Alabama and Medicaid
MSN, Psychiatric Mental Health
Board Certified (PMHNP-BC)
Licensed in Alabama
Our Philosophy
The core beliefs that guide how we provide care
Compassion First
Every interaction is grounded in kindness, empathy, and genuine care for the whole person.
Individualized
No two people are the same. Your care plan is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.
Trauma-Informed
We recognize that behaviors often reflect past experiences and unmet needs—not failures or flaws.
Unrushed
Quality care takes time. We won't rush you through appointments or treat you like a number.
Collaborative
Treatment is a partnership. We work with you to develop a plan that fits your life and goals.
Continuous
Mental health matters every day. We're here for the long haul, not just during crisis moments.
Our Mission
What we're committed to every single day
Our Mission
To provide ethical, patient-centered psychiatric care that emphasizes individualized treatment, therapeutic rapport, and continuity of care.
Treat every patient with dignity and respect
Build genuine therapeutic relationships
Provide evidence-based, personalized treatment
Make quality mental health care more accessible
Our Vision
A world where mental health care is human, accessible, and free from stigma—where everyone has access to the support they need to thrive.
Break down barriers to mental health care
Reduce stigma around psychiatric treatment
Empower families with knowledge and support
Create lasting positive change in our communities
Why Concierge Care?
Our model exists because we believe mental health care should be different.
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Meaningful Time Traditional psychiatry often means 15-minute med checks. We believe you deserve more.
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Strong Relationships Continuity matters. See the same provider who knows your story.
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Actually Listening Not just checking boxes, but truly hearing what you're experiencing.
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Individualized Plans Treatment tailored to you—not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
