PMHNP, 14 years of experience
Hi! I’m a Doctoral-Prepared Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience serving adult patients aged 18 and older in California. My practice focuses in integrative psychiatry, combining traditional medication management with holistic and complementary approaches to provide personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs. With a compassionate and personalized approach, I work to help individuals regain balance and achieve their fullest potential. If you’re ready to take steps toward becoming the best version of yourself, I’d be honored to support you on your journey.
In your first session with me, you can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we focus on building a strong foundation for our work together. My primary goal is to ensure you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in your care. We’ll begin by discussing your concerns, experiences, and goals to better understand what brought you here. I’ll ask about your mental health history, physical health, and lifestyle to gain a holistic view of your well-being. This session is also an opportunity for you to share anything you feel comfortable with and to ask questions about my approach or the care process. Whether you’re seeking medication management, psychotherapy, or an integrative mental health approach, we’ll collaborate to create a personalized care plan tailored to your needs. By the end of the session, we’ll outline the next steps and ensure you feel confident and supported as we move forward together. I’m here to help you navigate your mental health journey with compassion and expertise, fostering a path toward better health and wellness.
My greatest strength as a mental health provider lies in my ability to offer compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered care. My diverse clinical background, which includes working in high-pressure environments has equipped me with the skills to manage complex and challenging situations. This breadth of experience allows me to approach each patient with empathy, adaptability, and a holistic perspective. I understand that mental health concerns often intersect with physical health and life circumstances, and I strive to address the whole person, not just their symptoms. By integrating my clinical expertise with a genuine commitment to understanding my patients’ unique needs, I create a supportive environment where individuals feel heard and empowered. Whether navigating acute crises or working toward long-term mental health goals, my priority is to provide personalized care that promotes healing and resilience.
I treat a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, other mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, personality and psychotic disorders, with a focus on addressing root causes and fostering long-term well-being.
I see enormous value in medication. However, I also believe in greater benefit of combining pharmaceutical with alternative approach such as; therapy, lifestyle changes, supplements and nutraceuticals when treating metal health. My individualistic approach is to find what is best for you!