About Samantha N. Nesbeth
Medical Marijuana Evaluations in Connecticut | Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner | SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
At SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services, our Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) provides comprehensive medical marijuana evaluations in Connecticut for qualifying conditions under CT state guidelines. With extensive experience in primary care, rehabilitation medicine, chronic disease management, and integrative health, she delivers safe, ethical, and patient-centered cannabis evaluations.
She previously served as a Nurse Practitioner with CannaHealth in Danbury, CT, where she assessed and recommended medical cannabis treatment for qualifying diagnoses such as chronic pain, PTSD, cancer-related symptoms, multiple sclerosis, and other state-approved conditions. Her evaluations incorporate DSM-5 guidelines, validated screening tools (including the PCL-5 for PTSD), and a careful review of medical history to ensure clinical appropriateness.
Her background spans skilled nursing facilities, primary care, physiatry/PM&R, hospice coordination, and interdisciplinary care. She is skilled in diagnosing complex chronic conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing, managing comorbidities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
As an AANP-certified Adult-Gerontology APRN licensed in Connecticut (with active DEA and Controlled Substance Registration), she approaches care holistically—emphasizing prevention, education, quality of life, and responsible integration of cannabis with conventional treatment.
What to Expect from a Medical Marijuana Evaluation at SMP:
- Comprehensive review of medical and mental health history
- Assessment of qualifying conditions under CT statutes
- Risk-benefit evaluation and safety screening
- Education on responsible cannabis use
- Collaboration with your existing medical providers (with consent)
- Guidance on dispensary access and next steps
Her philosophy is person-first, evidence-informed, and grounded in health promotion. She believes in empowering patients with education and thoughtful guidance to improve quality of life safely and responsibly.
Appointments are available via telehealth across Connecticut.
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