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My Specialties
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​As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, considering each patient’s medical history, psychosocial factors, and prior mental health treatments.
Based on these assessments, I develop personalized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based interventions, which may include prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.​ Educating patients and their families is a key part of my approach, helping them understand their conditions and treatment options while connecting them to community resources.
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Alcohol/Drug Addiction
A chronic condition where individuals have a compulsive need to use substances, despite harmful consequences, affecting both physical and mental health.
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I offer individualized treatment plans, including medications such as Vivitrol, to help manage cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and maintain long-term sobriety.
Panic Disorder:
Characterized by sudden, intense episodes of fear or anxiety (panic attacks) that can occur unexpectedly, often leading to physical symptoms like a racing heart or shortness of breath.
I use a combination of medication and support to help manage panic attacks, reduce anxiety, and improve daily functioning.
Bipolar Disorder:
A mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression), affecting energy, behavior, and decision-making.
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Treatment includes mood-stabilizing medications and support to help balance mood swings and improve overall emotional regulation.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD):
A mental health condition that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety that disrupts daily life.
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I provide medications to assist in the healing journey and manage symptoms like flashbacks and anxiety.
Social Anxiety Disorder:
An intense fear of social situations where individuals worry about being judged or embarrassed, often leading to avoidance and distress in social interactions.
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There are many medications available that can help reduce fear in social situations and build confidence in managing social interactions.
Major Depressive Disorder:
A mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities, significantly impacting daily functioning.
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Treatment includes antidepressant medications aimed at improving mood, reducing feelings of hopelessness, and restoring daily functioning.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD):
A condition where individuals experience unwanted, repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and engage in compulsive behaviors to reduce anxiety or prevent feared outcomes.
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I offer medications, such as SSRIs, to help reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.