Hello! I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 17 years of work experience in multiple healthcare settings. I developed a passion for mental health during my years as an advanced practice clinician. As a result, I pursued further education and graduated with honors during both phases of graduate studies. I obtained my Master's of Science in Nursing from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of NJ (now Rutger's University) and proceeded later to complete my post-master's certification in the psychiatric mental health NP program. I treat a range of mental health disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.
In my practice, it is not only a mind thing but equally a heart thing. Compassion is at the heart of the care provided. Your comprehensive well-being and welfare are at the core of what I believe in. A paradigm that is not only theorized; a paradigm that is put into action.
Having worked in healthcare for 17 years, it is my compassion and ability to establish a rapport with my clients as well as utilizing evidence-based modalities tailored to each specific client needs to create a suitable treatment plan.
I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients who are poised to begin their mental health journey toward wellness.
Utilizing the evidence-based concept of CBT to rectify irrational (negative/automatic) thoughts, belief systems, and attitudes. Research has shown CBT to be effective for a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship problems.
Utilizing evidence-based MI techniques to assist clients on a self-guiding path/journey to understand the need for changing detrimental behaviors.