I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in California, currently accepting new patients via telehealth. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and ADHD and have 4.5 years of experience in psychiatry across mental health technician, registered nurse, and now nurse practitioner roles. I also hold a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Sciences, which shapes how I think about mental health beyond just medication.
My approach is collaborative and non-judgmental. I don't just focus on symptoms in isolation. I look at the full picture including sleep, nutrition, lifestyle, and what's actually going on in your day-to-day life because those factors are directly tied to how you feel mentally. I use evidence-based psychiatry as my foundation and build from there based on what's realistic and meaningful for you specifically.
The first session is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation where I take time to really understand your history, your current symptoms, and your goals. There's no rushing through a checklist. By the end, you'll have a clear sense of where things stand, what options are available, and a starting plan we've built together. The environment is relaxed and straightforward. Most people leave with greater clarity and insight into their own care and feeling genuinely empowered in the process.
