I am a dual board-certified psychiatry practice psychiatric nurse practitioner who work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and burnout to have more energy, improve family relationships, improve work performance, increase sex drive, boost self-image, and feel happier and more content.
I also specialize in consulting with family members and caregivers of patients with dementia and other complex diagnoses. Through my integrative approach, I help clients feel more confident in their decisions and the quality of care for their loved ones.
I partner together with my patients and integrate medication management with nutrition, supplementations, exercise and therapy. With training as both a Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, I am able to help patients with issues at the intersection of mental and physical health, including gut health and gastrointestinal conditions, with a focus on food and nutrition as a tool of healing.
Do you feel overwhelmed, irritable, and moody? Are you struggling to balance your professional and personal life, feeling pulled in every direction? Are you experiencing challenges in your relationships with your spouse and children? Do you feel constantly tired, gaining weight, and losing interest in activities you once enjoyed? Have you tried medication, counseling, exercise but still have not found relief?
A lot of women lose themselves when they get married and have children. My goal is to help you reclaim your independence and spirit, and to help you find who you are outside of your family unit.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed with the weight of caregiving for a loved one with a chronic or terminal illness? As a nurse practitioner who has worked with dementia patients and their families over the last 10 years, I understand the unique complexities of navigating this role.
I can help you to re-prioritize your own health, have more energy, improve your relationship and outlook on caretaking, feel more confident in decisions around their care, and reclaim a sense of peace.
There is a direct correlation between our gut health and our mental health. I can work with you to optimize both your gut health and mental well-being through personalized dietary and lifestyle interventions.
By identifying and addressing factors that may be affecting your gut microbiome, we can develop a tailored plan to promote a healthy gut-brain axis, ultimately enhancing your overall health and cognitive function. Together, we can embark on a journey towards improved physical and mental wellness, ensuring that you feel your best from the inside out.
The "Blue Zones" are regions around the world where people are known to live significantly longer and healthier lives compared to the global average. One of the Blue Zones is made up of Seventh-day Adventists in Loma Linda, California. As a Seventh-day Adventist, I deeply value the mental health principles inherent in our lifestyle, reminiscent of those observed in other Blue Zones worldwide.
Our plant-based diet and abstention from alcohol and tobacco not only nourish our bodies but also foster mental resilience. Regular physical activity, strong social bonds within our community, a shared sense of purpose and our Christian faith contributes to our overall well-being, which helps against mental health challenges.
Through these practices, I find strength, clarity and a profound sense of belonging, reflecting the resilience and longevity observed in Blue Zone communities like ours.
"You give your best in everything you do, you are very professional and passionate about helping others. You love your career and you enjoy impacting the lives of others."
"You listen carefully to the needs of others and give helpful feedback that help improve ones situation once implemented."
"You are passionate about health and the mental health of others. You are honest and trustworthy and I am glad I found you."
"I feel so much better....my relationship with my husband has improved and I have more focus at work. Thank you for helping me!"