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About Me I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (DNP, PMHNP-BC) with over 12 years of experience in mental health care, including more than 4 years as a practicing psychiatric nurse practitioner. My clinical background combines hands-on nursing expertise with advanced skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment, allowing me to provide holistic, patient-centered care that addresses both emotional and medical needs. I am deeply committed to delivering high-quality, accessible mental health services through telehealth. My approach focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships, reducing stigma, and empowering clients to take an active role in their journey toward mental wellness. What to Expect in Your First Session During your initial psychiatric evaluation, I will take the time to get to know you, understand your concerns, and develop a personalized treatment plan. We will discuss your symptoms, mental health history, lifestyle, and overall well-being. I will explain confidentiality, answer your questions, and outline potential treatment options, including therapy and/or medication. By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of your mental health, treatment goals, and next steps. My goal is to ensure you feel heard, respected, and supported as we begin your journey toward healing. My Strengths as a Provider My greatest strengths are empathy, a patient-centered approach, and a commitment to continuous learning. I prioritize active listening to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel truly heard and understood. I collaborate with each individual to develop treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. By staying current with the latest research, I provide compassionate, effective care for complex mental health concerns.
During your initial psychiatric evaluation, I will take the time to get to know you, understand your concerns, and collaboratively develop a personalized treatment plan. We will discuss your symptoms, mental health history, lifestyle, and overall well-being. I will also review confidentiality, address any questions you may have, and outline potential treatment options, including therapy and/or medication. By the end of our session, you will have a clearer understanding of your mental health, defined treatment goals, and the next steps in your care. My aim is to ensure you feel heard, respected, and supported as we begin your journey toward healing and wellness.
I believe my greatest strengths are empathy, a patient-centered approach, and a commitment to continuous learning. I prioritize active listening to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where patients feel genuinely heard and understood. I work collaboratively with each individual to develop personalized treatment plans that honor their unique needs and goals. By staying current with the latest research, I ensure that the care I provide is both effective and compassionate, tailored to address complex mental health needs.
I provide compassionate, expert care for individuals managing a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, OCD, PTSD, and more. I tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs through medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and patient education. My goal is to help clients achieve stability, build resilience, and enhance their overall quality of life.
Compassion Focused
A client struggling with depression and self-criticism frequently expressed thoughts like “I’m worthless” and “I always fail.” Instead of immediately challenging these thoughts (as in CBT), I used a compassion-focused approach by first helping the client recognize the threat system response—how shame and self-criticism were triggering feelings of fear and failure. Together, we explored the client’s “inner critic” and how it developed from past experiences of rejection. I then introduced exercises to activate the soothing system, such as: Compassionate imagery: Guiding the client to imagine a safe, warm, and accepting figure offering kindness and encouragement. Soothing rhythm breathing: Teaching calming breathing techniques to regulate emotional distress. Developing a compassionate self: Encouraging the client to speak to themselves with the same kindness they would show to a close friend. Over time, the client learned to respond to self-critical thoughts with compassion instead of judgment, reducing shame and increasing emotional resilience. This shift fostered greater self-acceptance and supported the client in developing healthier coping strategies.
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April 21, 2025
She is so kind and warmhearted. I feel safe and connected! She’s solution oriented and very easy to talk to.