I am a Board Certified Doctor in Nursing Practice specialized in Psychiatry and Mental Health. My experience include treating adults and pediatric patients. I have a military background and can relate to patients who struggle with combat PTSD, which is diferent from other type of trauma. I am pasionate an a firm avocate of the LGBTQ+ community and proudly serve them and their unique needs.
The firts session is to get to know the patient including their chilhood, school age, hobbies, etc. As well as addressing the symptoms/ reasons for the the appointment. In this appointment, we will disscuss the tretament methods and develop a plan of care that may include therapy, medications, supplements or a combination of them. All the information will be provided and the patient will deside how to precedd.
My greatest strenght is my experience in different settings including outpatient and acute crisis/ detox facilities
I serve patient from the ages of 10 to 65 years old suffering from mental health disorders
All my sessions include motivational interviewing methods to encourage the patient to commit to improve their health.
Psychoeducation includes explaining the patient the why and why nots to have a better idea of the process
Changing out thoughts and behaviors is important part of obtaining a better health.