I have been a practicing psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner at Trinity Wellness Center for more than 14 years, treating both acute and chronic mental illness across the lifespan as well as substance abuse disorders. I incorporate both medication management and therapy to help patients reach optimal health. I have more than 26 years working in mental health and family medicine. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and solution-focused therapy modalities in an effort to compliment medication management. These therapies build on a patient’s strengths in an effort to reach optimal wellness. I consider it a privilege to be part of the patient’s journey. 

I enjoy spending time with my family, including my husband, our three sons, and our two morkies. I enjoy running and working out at the gym for core strength and fitness. We enjoy water sports, the mountains and grilling, especially my husband’s famous homemade pizza on the grill. Other interests and passions include yard work, and creating gardens and havens for birds and wildlife.