Hi, my name is Angela. I am an APRN, PMHNP-BC, with 14 years of experience as a psych nurse and three years as a psych nurse practitioner working with clients with varied mental health challenges. My treatment philosophy is a holistic, individualistic approach to enhancing well-being and recovery. I am licensed in MD, ME, TX, and WV. I not only welcome differences but embrace them. I have and practice positive regard towards my clients. Every day is an opportunity to be a change agent and impact someone’s life.
After a brief introduction, we will start on and clarify your mental health challenges, then tailor a specific individualistic plan of treatment that focuses on your unique issue.
I have worked with the inpatient adult and geriatric populations and understand the unique dilemma that these populations have when it comes to psychiatric medications and their side effects. I have developed a reputation as an independent professional who listens empathetically to deliver exceptional results.
As an adult psych nurse practitioner, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a treatment method I have used to manage conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and addictions. It is a structured, goal-oriented talk therapy that teaches coping skills and focuses on thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes to manage mental health conditions effectively. I have used CBT for clients who do not have mental health conditions but need help to learn better ways to handle stressful situations.
Motivational interviewing is a treatment method I have used to help my clients find the motivation to change negative behavior, utilizing open-ended questions to address the problem behavior.
The supportive treatment method is effective in treating a variety of emotional challenges and mental health concerns. It has been used to help my clients better adjust to reality. It has been used to alleviate symptoms, improve self-esteem, and reinforce the ability to cope with life stressors and challenges.