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Hello! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and my work has been shaped by the diverse communities I’ve supported across various healthcare settings. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, and I take a warm, collaborative approach to care.

My goal is to create a safe, steady environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, build resilience, and work toward improving your emotional well-being. I’m committed to being a thoughtful, reliable partner in your mental health journey.

I am a dual Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 16 years of healthcare experience and 10 years in advanced practice. My background in critical care, hospital medicine, primary care, and behavioral health allows me to provide comprehensive, whole-person care that addresses both mental and physical well-being.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, stress, trauma-related concerns, and other mental health challenges.

Hi, I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Drexel University with my Master's degree in Nursing. I then completed my Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have over twenty years of experience working in healthcare. Psych has always been my passion. My experiences encompass working with clients across the life span, including Child and Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatric patient populations. I’ve provided services to clients presenting with many psychiatric disorders, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and more. I’m in the belief that mental health wellbeing is a priority. Human beings are resilient. Holistic care is the key to promoting better patient outcomes. Therefore, I believe that with an evidence-based practice treatment plan consisting of psychotherapy and/or a combination of psychotherapy and medication management, one will be able to control their mental health.

I’m a very compassionate, caring, and empathetic person. I strive to provide holistic care and collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan that they are comfortable with.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with advanced training in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health and have over 15 years of experience working in psychiatry across outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, with a focus on anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and recovery support.

As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), I provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to individuals receiving inpatient and outpatient services through Rutgers Behavioral Health. I work with patients navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, with a focus on individualized, compassionate treatment. My goal is to help you achieve symptom relief, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more stable and fulfilling life aligned with your personal goals

I’m a reliable, detail-oriented professional focused on delivering high-quality work and clear communication. I take the time to understand each client’s goals, provide practical solutions, and keep projects organized from start to finish. You can expect responsiveness, transparency, and work that is tailored to your needs.

I’m Desiree, a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric evaluations and medication management to adults in New Jersey. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, attention concerns, sleep difficulties, challenging life transitions and other psychiatric conditions.I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing support while working together with each client to establish realistic and meaningful treatment goals. You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, unable to focus, or simply unlike yourself—and you may not know exactly why. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can begin by talking about what you have been experiencing and work together to determine what support may be helpful.