My Background
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I have been specifically trained to assess, diagnose, and utilize psychopharmacology to treat psychiatric disorders in children, adolescents, and adults. Treatment is customized to the individual needs of the client. I perform psychiatric evaluations to diagnosis, incorporate evidence-based treatment planning, and prescribe and manage psychiatric medications. I collaborate with medical providers, therapists, and school psychologists to provide comprehensive psychiatric treatment. I also prescribe Medical Marijuana for PTSD Clients as well as clients with other mental or medical conditions.
I am retired US Air Force Officer, Veteran and Iraqi War Veteran. I graduated from New York University’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program and I have a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from New York University. I am committed to utilizing a holistic approach to promote the mental and physical well being for my clients and their families across the life span.