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I am a board certifies Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a master's degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Doctoral degree from Chamberlain University with experience working in both inpatient and outpatient setting. I work with teens, adults and elderly to navigate a wide range of behavioral health concerns including, depression, anxiety,OCD, PTSD,Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and many others. I believe in establishing trust with each client where they feel heard and supported.

I am a board certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry . I have 27 years of experience in practice treating patients with depression, anxiety , mood and bipolar disorders, ADHD, impulse control disorders , schizophrenia , obsessive compulsive disorder , post traumatic stress disorder , dementia and autism related mood and impulse control disorders as well as Somatoform and personality disorders

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner board-certified, I have 20 years of work experience in inpatient and outpatient mental health care settings. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, depression and much more.

-Hello! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over five years of experience working with individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions. Since becoming certified in 2021, I have been dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults (ages 6 and up), and I have experience treating conditions such as ADHD, major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and panic attacks.

At Child and Adolescent Psychiatry of Southern New Jersey, we specialize in psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, and we've spent decades doing this work at every level — from a child struggling to focus in school, to complex cases involving severe autism, suicidal behavior, substance use, and everything in between. We don't cherry-pick the easy cases. We show up for the hard ones.

What makes us different: We're not content to offer what every other practice offers. We are constantly evolving — because psychiatry is evolving — and we believe our patients deserve access to the most advanced, effective tools available anywhere.

With over 28 years of nursing experience, I have dedicated my career to providing

compassionate, patient-centered care across a variety of healthcare settings. Emergency nursing

was my passion for much of my career, where I developed strong clinical skills, critical thinking

abilities, and a deep commitment to supporting patients and families during some of life's most challenging moments.

As my professional journey evolved, I discovered a profound interest in psychiatric nursing and

the transformative impact of mental health care. This passion led me to advance my education

and become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Today, I specialize in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders,

recovery, and more. I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where

individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered in their healing journey. My approach

combines clinical expertise with empathy, helping patients develop the tools and resilience

needed to achieve improved mental wellness and a better quality of life.

Drawing on nearly three decades of nursing experience, I strive to provide comprehensive,

evidence-based care that addresses the unique needs of each individual while fostering hope,

growth, and lasting recovery.

Hello, I am glad you are here. Taking the first step towards your mental health is a big step, and I want you to know that you will be welcome with kindness, understanding, and zero judgment.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a unique background. Before becoming a provider, I spent 9 years as a registered nurse working closely with people experiencing mental health challenges. That experience taught me the importance of listening, understanding each person’s story, and treating the whole person not just the diagnosis. I earned my degree from Walden University and provide care for adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and bipolar disorder. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and involved in your care.

Brenda is a certified psychiatric mental health practitioner with 25 years of experience working in nursing. Her nursing philosophy centers on providing compassionate, comprehensive, patient-focus care using a holistic approach. She believes in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms of their mental illness.

If you're a parent worried about your child, or a young person trying to keep it together — I see you, and I'm here to help.

Maybe your child is melting down in ways you can't explain. Maybe your teen is shutting down, struggling at school, or carrying something heavy that nobody's been able to name yet. Maybe you've tried to get help before and it didn't quite fit. Whatever brought you here, you're not overreacting — and you don't have to keep navigating this alone.