Integrative Psychiatry & Medication Management in Washington & Oregon

My healthcare journey began as a registered nurse, caring for patients in a variety of medical settings. I received my Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner education from Gonzaga University and previously worked at a leading hospital in Houston, Texas, helping patients recover from surgery, navigate heart procedures, and manage serious cardiac conditions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I also worked as a travel nurse throughout Oregon, supporting patients and healthcare teams during a difficult and uncertain time.

These experiences reinforced something I continue to see in psychiatry today: our mental and physical health are closely connected. They also taught me the importance of listening carefully, staying curious, and treating each person as an individual rather than a diagnosis.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I combine evidence-based medication management with a functional and integrative perspective. I am currently completing a fellowship with Psychiatry Redefined, where I am expanding my training in areas such as nutrition, lifestyle medicine, laboratory assessment, and evidence-based supplementation. My goal is to better understand the factors that may be contributing to a person’s symptoms and to incorporate those findings into a thoughtful treatment plan.

I believe medication can be an important part of treatment, but I also believe many people benefit from a broader approach that includes attention to sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, and overall health. Whenever possible, I aim to help patients improve their well-being with the least amount of medication necessary while maintaining a strong commitment to evidence-based care.

Above all, I strive to create a space where patients feel comfortable, respected, and heard. Seeking help can be difficult, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people as they work toward better mental health and a more fulfilling life.