Luis Collazo is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Mental Health Counselor, and Registered Nurse dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. With a strong background in psychology, nursing, and counseling, he integrates a holistic and patient-centered approach to treatment. His experience spans hospital, correctional, and outpatient settings, where he has developed expertise in managing complex psychiatric conditions with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.

Luis Collazo began his professional journey in Miami, Florida, where he built a strong foundation in both nursing and psychology. He earned his Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) from Management Resource College in 2014, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Mental Health Counseling from Albizu University. Combining his clinical and behavioral health expertise, Luis advanced his education at Walden University, where he pursued a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practice (PMHNP), completing his graduate training in 2025. His diverse academic background and years of experience across hospital, correctional, and outpatient settings allow him to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care tailored to each individual’s needs.

At Regions Praxis Care Corp, Luis Collazo is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. He integrates his background in psychology, counseling, and nursing to provide a holistic approach that addresses both emotional and physical well-being. Luis emphasizes evidence-based treatment, therapeutic collaboration, and the development of coping strategies that foster long-term resilience. He is particularly passionate about helping patients understand their mental health, build insight into their emotions, and adopt practical tools to improve daily functioning and overall quality of life.

Clinical and Mental Health Career

Psychiatric and Counseling Experience:
Luis Collazo has extensive experience providing psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, and medication management across hospital, correctional, and outpatient settings. He integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and supportive psychotherapy to develop personalized treatment plans that promote emotional resilience and functional stability.

Registered Nurse and Leadership Roles:
Before advancing into mental health practice, Luis served as a Registered Nurse and Nursing Supervisor in high-acuity and community care environments. At Jackson Memorial Hospital and HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, he provided comprehensive care to patients in crisis and mentored clinical teams in implementing quality and safety standards. During his tenure at Harmony Health Center, he managed nursing operations, ensuring adherence to evidence-based care and patient satisfaction.

Correctional and Community Health Services:
Luis also contributed to correctional healthcare at Homestead Correctional Facility, where he managed complex psychiatric and medical needs, emphasizing continuity of care and therapeutic communication in high-demand environments.

Advanced Psychiatric Practice:
Building on his strong foundation in psychology and nursing, Luis completed his MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practice (PMHNP) at Walden University. This advanced training allows him to provide holistic, culturally competent mental health care to individuals across the lifespan, addressing conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, and mood instability.