Welcome. My name is Debbie. I am dual board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from South University and Wilkes University respectively. I have been practicing for 5 years. I am bilingual in Spanish. I have 29 years of experience as a care giver to my special needs son. My approach is to meet your personal unique needs in a compassionate, empathetic, non-judgmental manner. During our sessions, my goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make the changes to reach your personal goals My focus is to do a thorough assessment, diagnosis, provide education, and properly treat your health condition with therapy and medication if needed. Together we will develop a personalized treatment plan. Medication management is used based on best evidence-based practice and utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Although, I utilize my education and training, but also incorporate life experiences. I truly believe there is never a right or wrong time to start working on a more fulfilling and balanced life. You have taken the first step in your journey of healing by searching for a provider. If you’re ready to take the next step, I welcome you to reach out so that we can begin this journey together For the last couple of years, I have worked with a palliative program that allows me to service individuals with chronic medical conditions that are not ready for hospice services. I help to manage all their symptoms (depression, anxiety, insomnia, agitation, poor appetite, hallucinations, etc.), educate on end of life decisions (hospice services, DNR, advance care directives, etc.) and equip their care givers and families with techniques on how to provide the best care.