I'm a board-certified PMHNP with 16 years of nursing experience across home health, care management, hospice, and palliative care. That background shapes how I practice: I treat the whole person, knowing that emotional, mental, and physical health are deeply connected. I see patients across the lifespan and offer sessions in both English and Tagalog.
I help you understand the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you stuck, then build practical tools tailored to you. For clients who may benefit from medication, I take time to walk through every option clearly. You're always an active participant in your care, never just handed a prescription. For younger patients I collaborate closely with parents and caregivers, and I bring specialized attention to the mental health needs of pregnancy and the postpartum period.
We'll spend our first visit doing a thorough evaluation: your current concerns, personal and psychiatric history, lifestyle, and what you're hoping to achieve. That full picture helps us build a care plan that fits your life. If medication makes sense, I'll explain the options, expected benefits, and side effects so you feel informed and confident going in.
