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I am a board certified Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and work with adults from the ages of 18 and over. It is my goal and honor to help you with emotional distress and to deal with life's challenges, supporting personal growth, and utilizing your resilience ultimately helping to create a sense of mental wellness.

Based on my philosophy of care, I highly value the therapeutic relationship and I'm client-focused, respecting your personal values and cultural background. I will work individually and collaboratively with you to set and carry out a personalized treatment plan. I have a holistic focus and emphasize the mind-body connection, working not just towards mental but also physical wellness. Finally, I value integrated care and hope to collaborate with your other medical providers.

At Peace of Mind Mental Health, I provide the following services:

Psychiatric Evaluation
During our first appointment we will go over your current problems in the context of a discussion of your mental health, medical, and social history. At the end of the evaluation I will determine a psychiatric diagnosis, if any, and help you identify problems and strengths. I will also discuss current evidence-based treatment options and make recommendations based on your needs and expectations. During this first meeting we will begin to collaboratively set goals that you see as important to you. We can then work towards those goals by utilizing medication and/or non medication approaches based on your preferences and individual needs.

Medication management
I recommend medications if they are helpful or necessary for your healing, but I see them only as one part of achieving mental wellness. I will respect your choice in using or not using medications, and will prescribe them judiciously and only for as long as you need them. However, it is important to keep in mind that in some instances they may be essential for long term wellness, especially if you suffer from schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Please note that I will prescribe controlled substances only as a last resort once we have a well-established relationship, and with a clear and verifiable record that all alternative approaches have failed. 

Psychotherapy and Counseling
Studies have shown that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is highly predictive of positive treatment outcomes and healing. I always aspire to create a sense of safety through empathy and non judgment, that will help us explore your challenges and facilitate healing. I use a variety of psychotherapy approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. I will work together with you towards clear goals.

Health promotion
I will also inquire about your nutrition, exercise patterns, sleep, stress reduction, and general health maintenance as part of my holistic approach.

Psychiatric conditions or issues that I can help with:

• Anxiety
• Addictions
• Bipolar disorder
• Chronic Illness
• Depression
• Domestic Violence
• Grief and Loss
• Infertility
• Insomnia
• Life transitions
• Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Panic Disorder
• Post Traumatic stress disorder
• Psychotic disorders/Schizophrenia
• Relationship issues
• Social or other phobia
• Stress reduction