About Me

My Story

     Thanks for reading this. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with clients ages 10 to 86 struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse and other issues through medication management and therapy. I studied at Rutgers University, where I obtained my graduate training in psychiatric care. I have worked in many settings, including inpatient, outpatient, residential care, and in correctional system. For some clients, I provide both therapy and medication management; for other clients, I work closely with their therapists to optimize their medication experience. I help clients to find stability.

     I see medications and therapy as working together to help people heal. I understand that many people have mixed feelings about medication and I respect all views. Side effects are a real concern, and should not be ignored. It is your quality of life; the choices should be yours too. When it comes to medications, I am a guide, not a dictator.

     I respect the autonomy of the people I work with. I simply provide information, and help you to make the best decisions for you. I have training in Natural Medicine, and can offer these alternatives when someone is interested. I try to maintain an empathetic and nonjudgmental stance. I hope that clients take away a sense of empowerment from our visits.

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