I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing appropriate medication management and personalized mental health care through telehealth. I serve clients of all ages, from children to older adults, and specialize in treating conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to take charge of their mental health. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful change that can improve your daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, the focus is on understanding what’s been going on and what brought you in. I’ll ask some questions to get a full picture, your current concerns, background, and what you're hoping to work on, but mostly, I’ll be listening. By the end of the session, we’ll discuss initial impressions and next steps, which may include medication options and supportive resources. The goal is for you to leave feeling heard, respected, and supported.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to listen without judgment. I create a space where clients feel safe being themselves, especially those who may not have felt seen or understood in other settings. My background in both psychiatric and primary care allows me to take a whole-person approach, considering how mental health intersects with physical health, identity, culture, and lived experience. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations across the lifespan, including clients navigating ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders. My approach is rooted in empathy, cultural humility, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. What makes me different is the way I slow things down, meet clients where they are, and work collaboratively to build care plans that feel meaningful and sustainable.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I’m best positioned to serve clients who are self-aware, open to growth, and ready to take an active role in their mental health journey, even if they feel stuck or unsure of where to start. My ideal clients often struggle with ADHD, anxiety, or mood-related challenges that are impacting their focus, relationships, or sense of purpose. Many have felt overlooked or misunderstood in traditional care settings, especially those from BIPOC or neurodivergent communities. If you’re someone who’s motivated to better understand yourself, values a collaborative and culturally respectful approach, and is seeking both structure and compassion, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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Culturally Sensitive Therapy
My experience with culturally sensitive therapy involves working with clients from diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds, including those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, immigrants, and individuals from underserved communities. I strive to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel seen and understood. This means acknowledging how cultural identity, intergenerational experiences, systemic oppression, and acculturation stress may influence their mental health and worldview. In practice, I avoid a one-size-fits-all model.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
My experience with this approach includes integrating mindfulness techniques into broader treatment plans. In my practice, I recognize that mindfulness is not a one-size-fits-all intervention. While mindfulness practices have roots in Eastern traditions, I approach them with cultural sensitivity and flexibility, acknowledging that each client may relate to mindfulness differently depending on their background, values, and spiritual beliefs. I avoid imposing rigid mindfulness structures and instead explore with each client what resonates with them, whether it’s breath awareness, grounding techniques, movement-based mindfulness, or culturally relevant practices like prayer, nature connection, or ancestral rituals.
Motivational Interviewing
I frequently use Motivational Interviewing in my practice as a client-centered, evidence-based approach to support individuals in exploring ambivalence, enhancing intrinsic motivation, and moving toward meaningful change, whether related to medication adherence, substance use, lifestyle adjustments, or mental health goals. My training and experience in motivational interviewing have taught me the importance of meeting clients where they are, honoring their autonomy, and engaging in collaborative conversations rather than directive ones.
Supportive
I regularly use Supportive Therapy as a foundational component in my work with clients, especially during times of acute stress, life transitions, or when individuals are not yet ready for more structured interventions. Supportive therapy allows me to create a safe, consistent, and validating environment where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered often for the first time. In my practice, I draw from my training and clinical experience to provide empathic listening, encouragement, reality testing, and practical problem-solving, tailored to each client’s unique needs and circumstances.