I have long been fascinated by the mind and am grateful for the opportunity to apply my knowledge of psychiatry to make a difference in my patients’ lives. I am an empathetic listener who believes everyone has a story to tell. I frequently employ brief psychotherapy during my sessions as part of my clients’ care. I enjoy helping people make positive lifestyle changes to complement their treatment plans. I am committed to reducing the stigma associated with mental illness and raising public awareness of psychiatric conditions.
I am a licensed and certified physician assistant. I was raised in the Chicago suburbs and attended Vanderbilt University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and Spanish. I went on to study at Midwestern University in Downers Grove where I earned a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies. During my physician assistant program I received clinical training in psychiatry, family medicine, women’s health, pediatrics, and internal medicine. I enjoy helping patients manage their mood disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
Specialties
- Alcohol / Substance Use Issues
- Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
- Depression
- ADD / ADHD Medication Management
- ARFID
- Addiction
- 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
- - Masters in Physician Assistant Studies
