Who I Am: In my nursing career of over 25 years I have undergone extensive training in the specialized fields of neurology and psychiatry, which eventually led me to my true passion of becoming a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Throughout my career, I’ve been deeply interested in the brain and its complexity. My path into mental health was shaped by a lifetime of witnessing the impact of mental illness on those around me. Helping others grow, improve their well-being, and experience a better quality of life has always been a central passion of mine, and it continues to guide the work I do today.
What Drives Me: Living and serving in a rural Central Valley community, I see firsthand the significant barriers to mental health care: provider shortages, long travel distances, limited insurance options, and delays in treatment. Stigma and privacy concerns further prevent many from seeking help, often leading to untreated conditions and worsening well-being. In response, I offer accessible telehealth services that bring care directly to patients in the comfort and convenience of their homes, along with flexible scheduling, including after-hours appointments, to better meet their needs and reduce barriers to timely support.
My Mission & Purpose: As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and dedicated mental health nurse, I am committed to expanding access to compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals facing mental health challenges. My work is guided by a clear purpose: to reduce barriers to treatment, advocate for underserved populations, and provide holistic, person-centered support. I strive to deliver high-quality care that integrates clinical expertise with empathy, addressing not only symptoms but the whole person. By fostering trust and understanding, I aim to empower individuals to build resilience, achieve stability, and improve their overall quality of life. Through this approach, my goal is to contribute to a more inclusive and responsive mental health care system; one in which every individual feels seen, heard, supported, and understood.
Conditions We Treat, including, but not limited to:
Depression
Anxiety
Mood Disorders (Such as Bipolar Disorder)
Trauma Related Conditions (Such as Post Traumatic
Stress Disorder (PTSD))
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Attention Deficit Hyperacitivity Disorder (ADHD)
Personality Disorders (Such as Borderline Personality
Disorder (BPD))
Types of Therapy We Offer, including, but not limited to:
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Interpersonal Therapy
Who we are
Ready to take the first step towards better mental wellness? Book an appointment today and connect with our caring professionals who are here to support you every step of the way.
Confidentiality
Information discussed during the course of psychiatric treatment is confidential. By law, information concerning your treatment may be released only with the consent (written or verbal) of the person treated (or the person's guardian if applicable). In the event that there is suspected child or elder abuse or an imminent danger of harm to oneself or others, the law requires the release of confidential information. In these instances, we are required to make a report to the appropriate authorities. In addition, the courts may subpoena treatment records in certain circumstances. Any type of release of confidential information will be discussed with you.
We are compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a federal law that provides privacy protections and patient rights with regard to personal health care information (PHI). HIPAA requires that we provide you with a Notice of Privacy Practices. This Notice, which is attached to this agreement, explains HIPAA in detail and its application to your personal health care information. An electronic copy can be found on our website at www.mindfultherapygroup.com/faqs
I may ask you to allow an intern or other licensed professional in training to sit in on your sessions or participate in your care. Any use of your information for teaching purposes will not be transferred outside of our practice, and your PHI will be protected in accordance with our Privacy Practices as described below. You may opt out of this at any time.
