Travis Baird,
AGPCNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Meet Travis Baird, AGPCNP, PMHNP, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Innovative Treatment Centers specializing in ADHD, addiction recovery, PTSD, and chronic pain.
The person behind the care
About Travis
Travis Baird has an extraordinary way of helping people feel seen, not for the struggles that brought them here, but for the strength, resilience, and possibility that will carry them forward.
He believes every individual has a story worth understanding, inherent worth that cannot be diminished by illness or circumstance, and an extraordinary capacity for healing, growth, and transformation. Throughout his career, from serving as an Army combat medic to practicing in cardiology, pain management, addiction medicine, and psychiatry, his mission has remained the same: to care for the whole person with dignity, compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care. For Travis, healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and respected.
Travis is passionate about helping individuals move beyond the belief that they are defined by their diagnosis or past experiences. Whether someone is navigating depression, trauma, addiction, chronic pain, anxiety, or life's most difficult seasons, his goal is to help people rediscover resilience, purpose, and the confidence that meaningful healing remains possible.
Travis' Education & Training:
- Degree: Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
- Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Adelphi University
- Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Hunter College
- Specialized Training: PMHNP Certificate, George Washington University
- Post-Graduate Certifications: Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy
Travis
At a Glance
Population Served
Children, Adolescents, Adults, Older Adults
Languages
English, Spanish
Availability
In-Person, Telehealth
Clinical Interests
ADHD, Addiction & Recovery, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Chronic Pain, Men's Mental Health
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Socratic Questioning, Clinical Hypnotherapy
His Approach
Care that sees the whole person
At the heart of Travis' work is a commitment to service with dignity. He believes healthcare should empower individuals rather than define them by illness, and that every person deserves compassionate, evidence-based care regardless of their background or circumstances. Guided by curiosity, empathy, and perseverance, he continually asks how healthcare can do better, not only for the individual sitting in front of him, but for every person and community it has the privilege to serve.
Whether helping someone reclaim life after depression, approach chronic pain from a new perspective, overcome addiction, or simply find hope again, Travis considers it a privilege to walk alongside people during some of life's most vulnerable moments. He believes progress is not always measured by dramatic breakthroughs, but often by the quiet victories, a patient sleeping through the night, returning to work, reconnecting with family, or believing in themselves again.
Outside of the clinic, Travis is energized by curiosity and lifelong learning. He enjoys exploring new cultures through travel, food, and meaningful conversation, believing that every experience offers an opportunity to better understand people and the world around us. Whether discovering a neighborhood restaurant, discussing psychology, history, leadership, or the future of healthcare innovation, he is always learning. He especially treasures time with his wife, whose shared passion for creating a community rooted in hope, healing, and human connection continues to inspire both their life together and their commitment to serving others through Innovative Treatment Centers.
For Travis, hope is never the absence of struggle. Hope is the quiet confidence that growth, healing, and transformation remain possible, even when the path forward feels uncertain. He believes every person possesses strengths they may not yet recognize, and compassionate care can help illuminate the way forward.
The Light He Hopes You Find
“Always stay curious.”
- Travis
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Travis Baird treat ADHD?
Yes. ADHD is one of Travis's areas of clinical interest, alongside addiction and recovery, PTSD, chronic pain, and men's mental health.
Does Travis Baird treat chronic pain?
Yes. Travis uses Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) among his approaches to chronic pain.
What age groups does Travis Baird see?
Travis sees children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
What languages does Travis Baird speak?
Travis provides care in both English and Spanish.
Where did Travis go to school and what are Travis's credentials?
Travis earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Adelphi University, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Hunter College, followed by a PMHNP Certificate from George Washington University. He also holds post-graduate certifications in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Hypnotherapy.
