Nothing is more frustrating than going to the doctor’s office and feeling like our concerns weren’t heard, especially when it comes to our mental health. I decided to go into psychiatry to change this narrative. I strongly believe that taking care of our mental health is integral to our physical health and our overall well-being.
During sessions, I build trust with my patients by being empathetic, non-judgmental, and fully present throughout our time together. I strive to create a safe space for patients to feel comfortable being vulnerable with me because I believe vulnerability is the key to connection and the key to progressing toward the patient’s goals together.
I am a licensed and nationally board-certified physician assistant. I received my Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Food, and Exercise with a minor in Medicine in Society at Virginia Tech. I then completed my Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have training and experience in treating conditions such as, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
Specialties
- ADD / ADHD Medication Management
- Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- 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
- Depression
- Eating Disorder / Disordered Eating
- Emotional Abuse
- Gender Identity
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- LGBTQIA+ Care
- Mania
- Medication Review
- Mood Disorders / Swings
- Narcissism
- 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
- Chatham Unversity - Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
- Virginia Tech - Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Food, and Exercise
