PMHNP, 13 years of experience
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I have extensive experience in the management and treatment of a broad spectrum of mental health conditions. My clinical practice is rooted in evidence-based care, professional integrity, and a commitment to supporting each individual’s journey toward improved mental well-being. After earning my Bachelors Degree, I pursued advanced graduate training as a Nurse Practitioner with a specialization in Psychiatric and Mental Health Care. This advanced education and clinical exposure have allowed me to develop a holistic and person-centered approach to treatment, integrating biological, psychological, and social perspectives. My professional experience encompasses working with adolescents, adults, and families who are managing emotional difficulties, life transitions, and coexisting medical conditions. During an initial session, I conduct a comprehensive evaluation to understand the individual’s life circumstances, medical history, and emotional health. Treatment recommendations are developed from an understanding of how personal and family systems influence emotional needs and symptom expression. This individualized approach allows for targeted interventions, which may include psychotherapy, medication management, and supportive care strategies. My overarching goal is to deliver ethical, compassionate, and evidence-based psychiatric care while partnering with individuals to prioritize and sustain their mental wellness.
In our first session together, we'll dive into your specific challenges with a comprehensive initial evaluation as the foundation. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
I am dedicated to partnering with you in your journey toward improving and maintaining optimal mental well-being. My areas of focus include: Mood disorders: Seasonal Depression, Major Depression, DMDD, Postpartum Depression, Bipolar disorder/manic-depressive, Dysthymia Anxiety Disorders: Generalized Anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobia OCD and related conditions: Body dysmorphic disorder Symptoms from Intellectual/Developmental Conditions, Alcohol use related conditions, Traumatic Stress Disorders; Insomnia & Sleep related disorders; Non-mood psychotic disorders: Schizoaffective, Brief psychosis; Impulse control, Eating disorders, Conduct disorder Sessions offered for ages 10-11 ; 12 to 17, and Adults 18 to 65, and this is includes examination, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing wellness visits.
Depressive disorders: Seasonal Depression, Major Depression, Postpartum Depression Symptoms stemming from Intellectual/developmental Conditions Anxiety Disorders: General Anxiety, Social anxiety, Panic disorder Psychosis: Schizoaffective Disorders, Schizophrenia, Mood disorders: Bipolar Disorder, mood disorders, DMDD-disruptive mood, impulse control issues Eating Disorders: Binge eating, Anorexia Obsessive-compulsive disorders: OCD, body dysmorphic disorder Alcohol use related conditions except detox Acute Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders Insomnia/sleep related disorders including Night terrors ADHD symptoms (non-stimulants) Mental health concerns related to medical conditions Self Harming Groups: Adolescents/Teens ages 12 to 17, and Adults 18 to 64, Preteens Ages 10-11
I utilize supportive therapy when needed as a means to provide important recommendations.
My treatment methods include psychoeducation as it relates to mental health improvement and maintenance.