You’ve spent so much time carrying the weight of things on your own - trying to stay functional, dependable, and composed while internally feeling exhausted, disconnected, or overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve found yourself repeating patterns that leave you feeling stuck, whether that’s struggling with anxiety, trauma, mood changes, substance use, or simply feeling like no one fully understands the complexity of what you’re carrying. I believe healing begins when you feel genuinely seen in the context of your full life experience—mind, body, spirit, relationships, and community—and when treatment honors both your struggles and your strengths. My approach is grounded in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique path toward healing and balance.

You might feel like your own mind is working against you—caught in the depths of depression, the disorientation of a bipolar episode, or the isolating fog of schizophrenia. It’s exhausting to keep going when your thoughts feel unpredictable or overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been trying to hold it all together on the outside while inside, things feel unmanageable. These struggles can make even the smallest tasks feel like uphill battles. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. With the right support, it’s possible to find steadiness, regain clarity, and feel like yourself again.

You’re high-functioning, but inside, it’s chaos—racing thoughts, mood swings that catch you off guard, and a gnawing sense that you’re constantly falling short. For many women with trauma histories, these patterns show up as chronic anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or long-missed ADHD. You may feel like you’re always bracing for the next wave, stuck in overdrive while quietly unraveling beneath the surface. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay this way.

Anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of trauma can make it feel like you're simply getting through each day instead of truly living it. You may have tried to push through on your own or found yourself wondering why lasting relief feels so difficult to reach. You deserve care that looks beyond symptoms alone and considers the full picture of your life. I believe meaningful healing comes from understanding the connection between mind and body and finding an approach that helps you feel more balanced, resilient, and like yourself again.

As a licensed nurse practitioner and board-certified in both family medicine and psychiatric and mental health, I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health issues for adults and children, including Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, and ADHD.

Living with depression, anxiety, or the effects of trauma can make even everyday responsibilities feel overwhelming. You may be tired of carrying the weight of your symptoms on your own or wondering if things can feel different. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve care that listens to your concerns, respects your experiences, and helps you move toward greater stability and well-being. I believe treatment works best when we work together to find an approach that fits your unique needs and goals.

As a Board-Certified psychiatrist, I have experience treating diverse populations of patients in from various backgrounds. 

Helping others navigate the complexities of the human experience has always been my passion. My journey into mental health care was inspired by my own experiences, including the challenges I faced growing up with ADHD. Finding effective, holistic treatment transformed my life and solidified my mission to support others in overcoming obstacles and thriving. Through deep, meaningful conversations and a blend of evidence-based care, I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.

You may look successful on the outside yet still feel overwhelmed inside. Depression can drain your motivation, ADHD can make focus feel nearly impossible, and past trauma may leave you feeling on edge or disconnected from yourself and others. When these struggles pile up, it’s easy to start wondering why daily life feels harder than it should. Over time, these patterns can make you feel stuck—like you’re trying hard but not getting the relief you need. Real change begins when your experiences are understood with care and curiosity, and when you have the right kind of support to help you make sense of what you’re going through.

I am deeply passionate about fostering healing and well-being through meaningful human connection. My approach to mental health care emphasizes a holistic view of medication management, where I collaborate closely with patients to increase motivation and guide their treatment. I am continually inspired by the powerful relationship between neurology and psychiatry and how evidence-based research can enhance lives.

I am a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the University of San Diego. My approach to patient care is holistic and person-centered, focusing on ensuring that my patients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their journey toward mental wellness. I specialize in the treatment of various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, psychosis, and other psychiatric diagnoses.

I prioritize understanding each individual as unique, establishing an alliance through authentic empathy, therapeutic rapport, and a nonjudgmental demeanor to assess, diagnose, and treat them in a holistic way.