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Hello! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in the medication management of the psychiatric conditions of adolescents and adults.

The core of my work has been to help people find solutions that work, to problems that prevent them from moving forward and living satisfying lives and relationships. I help people who feel stuck, to overcome life’s challenges, regain control of their lives and become the managers of their own self. Over the last 17 years I have been working with adults, teenagers and children from different cultures both in the US and overseas. Through my specialization and experience in severe and persistent mental illness I help people tackle emotional and communication difficulties that interfere with their relationships with friends, family

and the workplace. In my clinical work, I use evidence based psychotherapeutic approaches that have been proven effective through time. In a compassionate, and supportive environment I help people deal with a variety of problems like anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, personality disorders,

emotional, relationship issues and divorce. I have extensive experience working with veterans, college students, substance abuse and LGBD individuals. In addition to individual therapy I do parent consultations for children and teenagers.

I utilize an evidenced-based holistic approach with the patient's concerns being front and center. If medications are to be used, then it is priority to ensure that the most benefit is provided, with the least amount of medication onboard. The most important tool a provider can use is simply listening. We are all seeking that "better space for mental well being, and I strive in helping people move closer on this journey.

In therapy I provide an environment that will allow you to express yourself freely and openly. I am genuine and supportive, but can be direct and challenge you to adapt your thinking when necessary. I strive for my clients to feel more focused, emotionally regulated, and confident. I work with adults who are suffering from anxiety including OCD and panic, as well as depression, grief, and relationship issues.

I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, panic, depression, stress, burnout, and life transitions. I create space to process what you’re experiencing while bringing purpose and direction to therapy. Sessions are guided by clear goals and a plan forward, with insight and practical tools you can use in daily life.

On the outside, you may seem like you have it all together, but inside, you're exhausted from juggling work, relationships, expectations, and the pressure to keep going. Perhaps you're constantly overthinking, questioning yourself, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling stuck despite how hard you've worked. You deserve a space where you don't have to hold everything together. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. Together, we'll explore what's keeping you overwhelmed and build a path toward greater balance, clarity, and emotional well-being.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of nursing experience, caring for individuals from diverse backgrounds across healthcare and community settings.

My clinical background includes approximately one year working with men experiencing homelessness, where I conducted psychiatric evaluations to identify diagnosed and previously unrecognized mental health conditions that could affect employment, housing stability, and daily functioning. This experience strengthened my understanding of how mental health, life circumstances, and social challenges can impact overall well-being.

I also have extensive experience in postpartum and maternal health, giving me a unique understanding of perinatal and postpartum mental health concerns. While this remains a special area of interest, I provide psychiatric care to adults with a wide range of mental health needs, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, and sleep difficulties.

At NurtureNest Behavioral Health, I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management, and supportive therapy using a compassionate, evidence-based approach. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together toward greater emotional well-being and an improved quality of life.

If you've spent years taking care of everyone else, questioning yourself, struggling with boundaries, or repeating painful relationship patterns, I want you to know: you're not alone, and these patterns make sense once we understand where they came from.

I'm a warm, relational therapist who works alongside you — not just for you. Together, we'll trace the roots of what's keeping you stuck, whether that's family-of-origin patterns, attachment wounds, or the long reach of addiction in your family. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, trust your own voice, and build the kind of relationships — with others and with yourself — that actually feel good.

I’m a trauma-informed therapist, leader, and advocate with over a decade of experience supporting children, families, and adults navigating life after hard things.

My work is rooted in helping people heal from trauma, manage anxiety and stress, and rebuild a sense of identity and stability during major life transitions. I specialize in working with couples, individuals who carry a lot caregivers, professionals, survivors of interpersonal trauma, and people from historically marginalized communities who are often used to being strong for everyone else. I also specialize in addressing and healing generational trauma for black communities.