Kimberly De Paulo MS, CCIT, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, PMHNP

Kim is a triple board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in integrative psychiatry and complex mental health care. With certifications in Family Practice, Emergency Care, and Psychiatric-Mental Health, she brings over a decade of high-acuity clinical experience to her work. Her practice at Kraken Psychiatry blends conventional psychiatric medicine with functional and holistic approaches, tailoring treatment to the unique biology, psychology, and life context of each patient.

Her clinical philosophy is rooted in the belief that healing requires depth; addressing the underlying factors that influence mental wellness. This includes a precision-medicine approach informed by psychopharmacology, advanced psychotherapy, micronutrient and functional lab testing, and lifestyle interventions.

Before founding Kraken Psychiatry, Kim spent eight years in emergency and crisis stabilization settings, where she honed expertise in acute care, trauma-informed practice, and care for underserved populations. Her training includes an integrative psychiatry fellowship and advanced education in neuroinflammation and the brain-gut-microbiota axis. She is committed to providing evidence-informed, compassionate care for individuals seeking deeper, more personalized pathways to wellness.

When not in practice, she is a lifelong scuba diver, avid traveler, and homeschooling parent, inspired by exploration both above and below the surface. If you’re ready for a mental health partner who will listen, support, and work alongside you, I’m here. Let’s dive deep into healing...together!