As a novice psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I specialize in inpatient psychiatric treatment and medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction. I earned my BSN from The University of Maryland and my MSN from Walden University.

Professionally, I have a history of diverse roles in numerous care settings, from working in med- surg, ER, IMC and case management. Throughout these years of experience, I have faced numerous situations where recognizing and understanding the importance of a patient’s overall mental health was an essential part in providing effective treatment. Since becoming a nurse over 10-years ago and Nurse Practitioner in 2021, I have always maintained an empathic and compassionate nature, and have devoted my career to serving many individuals from all walks of life. I have had additional training in Medication-Assisted Treatment and obtained my X- waiver to help me provide the most effective treatment options to my patients.

Having witnessed the profound impact addiction has on individuals and their families, both professionally and personally, I have made it my duty to ameliorate the stigma of addiction. I believe that every patient should be treated with unprejudiced and effective individualized care.

“Although you cannot go back and change what has occurred, your past does not define your future and every day is a brand-new start.”