Justin T. Ray is a seasoned Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and the founder of South Chesapeake Psychiatry and Transforming Minds Interventional Psychiatry in Chesapeake, Virginia. With over three decades of experience, Justin has built a distinguished career in mental health care, emphasizing community mental health and advanced psychopharmacology.
A retired U.S. Navy veteran, Justin served 22 years of active duty, becoming the Navy's first PMHNP with independent admitting privileges. He currently serves as the psychiatric provider for Chesapeake's Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, where he applies innovative strategies to support individuals with severe mental illnesses.
In his private practice, Justin prioritizes client-centered care, guided by the pillars of quality, expertise, excellence, accountability, and availability. His dedication to mental health excellence has earned his practice accolades, including being voted the #1 Psychiatry Practice in Coastal Virginia and achieving a stellar 4.9 Google rating.
Recognized as a leader in psychopharmacology, Justin collaborates with pharmaceutical companies as a Key Opinion Leader and delivers presentations nationwide. He is also an accomplished educator, mentoring future psychiatric nurse practitioners through teaching roles and clinical preceptorships at esteemed institutions.
Beyond his professional achievements, Justin is a devoted family man and a passionate advocate for improving access to quality mental health care.
