She/Her/Hers
When helping individuals who are seeking mental health treatment it is important to remember that psychiatry encompasses our mind, emotions and behaviors.
Whether you need medication management , counseling or both; we will take a look at how your life’s experiences, current state of mental and physical health, thoughts and practices about mindfulness are interconnected.
My goal is to help you live a life that you find purpose living for.
Therapist Overview
With over a two decades of experience in nursing and mental health care combined, I specialize in understanding and meeting the unique needs of each individual. My journey began as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I loved caring for others and pursued the following: Licensed Practical Nurse , Associate of Science in Nursing, followed by a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and a Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health from Hunter College. I have worked in various challenging roles, including emergency room case management, utilization review, community nursing ,child and adult psychiatry.
I am skilled in listening to my patients, addressing their concerns promptly, and coordinating with a network of resources to ensure they receive the best care possible. My expertise comes from addressing social detrminants of health and medical /psychiatric needs to encompass total care.
I have personal and professional experience with autism and the mutifaceted approach individuals need as they age from behavioral recommendations, medication management, gold standard Applied Behavioral Analysis ( ABA), family needs related to burn out and working with education providers for growth and success.
In every role, I strive to make healthcare accessible, understandable, and personalized, ensuring that each patient feels heard and supported throughout their healthcare journey.