Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

I am a provider at our Silver Spring clinic who offers psychiatric services!

My ideal client is an 18-year-old African American male diagnosed with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, schizoaffective disorder, and ADHD. Their primary needs include validation, empathy, personalized treatment plans, psychoeducation, coping skills, holistic care, and collaborative support. Their goals are to achieve symptom relief, improve daily functioning, gain independence, foster self-discovery, and experience recovery and personal growth. They express a strong desire to feel “normal” and develop self-acceptance. Underlying challenges include stigma, shame, and barriers to accessing consistent and effective treatment.

I can help by conducting thorough assessments, thoughtfully prescribing appropriate interventions, engaging in meaningful therapeutic work, and advocating strongly for the client’s needs and well-being.

I listen without judgment, as your well-being is my top priority. I believe in providing collaborative and personalized care while fostering honest and open conversations with my clients. It is always okay to reach out to me, and in some cases, I am open to including family members as part of the support process.