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Hello! I’m a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a focus on Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and later completed my PMHNP certification as a Post-Doctoral degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. With seven years of experience as an FNP, I’ve worked with patients across the lifespan, including those with psychiatric needs. In my role as a PMHNP, I conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans that take a holistic approach, addressing physical health, emotional well-being, and social factors to support overall wellness
During our first session, we’ll begin with brief introductions to get to know each other, followed by a discussion about the specific challenges Client is experiencing. This will allow me to better understand your needs and create a personalized plan that we can focus on in our follow-up sessions. My goal is to ensure our time together is productive and supportive as we work toward your mental health goals.
As a PMHNP provider, I believe my greatest strengths lie in my ability to combine clinical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. I prioritize a comprehensive, holistic approach to mental health, addressing not only emotional and psychological well-being but also physical health and social circumstances. This ensures that treatment plans are tailored to the whole person, not just their symptoms.
I truly enjoy working with individuals aged 12 and older, as well as adults of all ages. My goal is to make every session meaningful and productive by actively listening to my clients, asking thoughtful questions, and incorporating intentional talk therapy. I aim to provide comprehensive care that includes accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment, crisis intervention, long-term management, education, advocacy, and collaboration. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward improved mental health and overall well-being.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my practice, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used as a goal-oriented approach to helps people change their thinking patterns on a learned behavior. CBT is based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. For example Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques for anger management include: Identifying triggers: Recognize what situations or thoughts make you angry Challenging negative thoughts: Learn to recognize and replace distorted thoughts with more realistic ones Relaxation: Use deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or meditation to reduce tension and arousal Problem solving: Develop skills to address conflicts and unresolved problems Communication: Learn to express your needs and feelings clearly and respectfully Emotion regulation: Practice acknowledging and labeling your emotions Changing thinking patterns: Identify and change unhelpful thought patterns Journaling: Track your moods and thoughts to better understand them Cognitive restructuring: Recognize and challenge biased or dysfunctional beliefs Additional CBT techniques: Behavioral experiments, Skills training, Exposure therapy, and Stress Inoculation. Anger management therapy can help you explore the causes and triggers of your anger.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing approach honors autonomy, trusting in ones own natural wisdom and desire to grow in a positive direction using supportive, nonjudgmental context