I understand that seeking help for mental health can be difficult, and I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where my patients feel seen, heard, and valued to bridge the gap between struggle and growth.
I am a licensed and nationally board-certified physician assistant. I earned my Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Trine University in Fort Wayne, where I gained a comprehensive foundation in patient care, medical knowledge, and clinical skills. Throughout my education, I had the opportunity to train in diverse clinical settings, which exposed me to a variety of patient populations and mental health conditions. My clinical rotations included hands-on experiences in psychiatry, internal medicine, family medicine, endocrinology, women’s health, pediatrics, emergency medicine, gastroenterology, and general surgery.
My clinical approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and collaboration. I believe that effective mental health treatment requires a holistic understanding of each patient’s unique experiences, challenges, and strengths. I strive to provide patient-centered care, using evidence-based treatment modalities that may include medication management, lifestyle modifications, and psychoeducation. My goal is to empower my patients with the tools they need to achieve mental wellness and personal growth.
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
- Conduct Disorder
- Eating Disorder / Disordered Eating
- Emotional Abuse
- Gender Identity
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- LGBTQIA+ Care
- Mania
- Medication Review
- Mood Disorders / Swings
- Narcissism
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- 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
- Medicare
- Self Pay
- United
Education and training
- Trine University - Master of Physician Assistant Studies
