As a physician assistant practicing in the field of psychiatry, it is important to listen to my patients in order to help them alleviate symptoms that impede daily functioning. Through psychiatric treatment and medication management, I work with my patients to develop a treatment plan that will allow them to get through difficult times and succeed in the future.
I believe one of the most fulfilling aspects of working in the mental health field is being able to provide support to others during the most challenging moments in their life. It is crucial to create a comfortable atmosphere that allows my patients a safe space to openly communicate their thoughts. After having a thorough discussion regarding symptoms and treatment goals, I hope to improve my patients’ overall self-esteem, mood, and future outlook on their life. Treatment consists of using a holistic approach along with medication management, therapy, and lifestyle changes.
I received my Master of Medical Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University. During the program training, I completed various medical rotations including psychiatry. My areas of interest include Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, ADHD, Personality Disorders, PTSD, OCD, Insomnia, and Eating Disorders.
Specialties
- ADD / ADHD Medication Management
- Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
- Depression
- ARFID
- Addiction
- Alcohol / Substance Use Issues
- Anger Management
- Anorexia
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bereavement / Grief and Loss Counseling
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Chronic Medical Condition / Chronic Pain
- Eating Disorder / Disordered Eating
- Emotional Abuse
- Gender Identity
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- LGBTQIA+ Care
- Mania
- Medication Review
- Mood Disorders / Swings
- Narcissism
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Perinatal Mental Health
- Personality Disorder
- Phobias / Irrational Fears
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychiatric Consultation
- Schizophrenia
- Self Esteem
- Self Harm
- Sexual Abuse Counseling
- Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder)
- Sleep Problems / Insomnia
- Trans Affirming Care
- Trichotillomania
Languages spoken
- English
Gender
Female
Pronouns
she/her/hers
In-network insurances
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Self Pay
- United
Education and training
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors of Science in Community Health
- Midwestern University - Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies