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I am an ANCC board-certified PMHNP. I first received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia before receiving my Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health, from Virginia Commonwealth University. I worked as a registered nurse (RN) on a trauma step-down unit, dealing with patients who had endured bodily trauma and patients withdrawing from substances, as well as helping with pre-and postoperative care in surgical services.
The clinical experience I received during my training was largely with inpatient mood disorder and forensic psychiatric populations, with a specialty serving patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. When I began to work as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, that experience influenced my decision to focus on mental health.
My experience as a nurse opened my eyes to the lack of resources that exist for many individuals in our communities dealing with psychiatric symptoms and ignited a passion for helping clients establish trustworthy and stable care as well as prevent hospitalizations. I chose to pursue a career in mental wellness because I am passionate about normalizing psychiatric care and providing clients with the support and reassurance necessary to create and maintain a balanced life.
I chose to specialize in mood disorders, as well as anxiety, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorders. I made this choice after working with patients who were managing complex legal issues, usually as a byproduct of a lapse in psychiatric care. For clients with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia spectrum disorder, early recognition and intervention can improve outcomes and allow patients to learn to manage their symptoms, limiting future episodes. I particularly love working with young adults, helping them establish treatment plans that work for them, and building long-lasting therapeutic relationships with my clients by working in outpatient care.
Years of Experience: 1 year
Panic attacks / panic disorder - Brief, intense periods of overwhelming fear or anxiety
Social anxiety - Helping clients increase confidence and ability to interact with others amidst fear of being judged, worry about embarrassment, or concern about offending others
Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past
Schizophrenia - Support monitoring and managing symptoms; building skills and supports to reduce and respond to stressors and sustain a balanced life
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