Recovery is possible!  Each person has their own story to tell, and their own journey to work through it.  Everyone deserves an individual approach to their treatment and care.  

I am a certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner specializing in mental health and substance use issues.  I treat children, adolescents and adults. I am passionate about mental health and substance use treatment through medication management. I am here to support my clients to live their best lives.  I love to work with people moving towards recovery from opioid use disorder and enjoy providing treatment options to individuals with substance use issues to achieve their goals.  I offer low barrier medication treatment for substance use disorders.  The combination of therapy and medications provide an evidence-based treatment approach to mental health and wellness.  I strive to find a treatment plan that works for you and fits your life and goals. 

Therapy Influences: I use an eclectic approach to therapy often combining Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Trauma Informed Care and Radical Acceptance.   

Open communication and trust are the cornerstones of a successful experience for my patients.  There is no judgement on your choices, preferences, or activities outside of helping you define your goals and supporting your pursuit of them. I want to ensure you feel safe, respected, and autonomous in choosing what you share and how we proceed with treatment.   

We will work together to find a treatment plan that is patient-centered, safe and sustainable to reach your goals.

As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I focus primarily on treating mental illness and substance use disorder across the lifespan. I grew up in Spokane, have lived here my entire life, and feel strongly that those who endure mental illness and substance use disorders in our community have the innate capacity to live fulfilling and meaningful lives. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am licensed to prescribe medications and provide therapy to treat psychiatric and substance use related disorders. 

Therapy Influences: My approach emphasizes trauma informed care by exploring each individual’s unique background and present situation. 

I believe it is imperative to view the whole person to better understand how to help each client achieve their goals, and not just treat symptoms. I consider my relationship with each one of my patients to be a collaborative journey towards reaching their highest quality of life. Reducing the stigma of mental illness and substance use disorders is one of the biggest goals in my practice. I will always work to ensure you never feel judged. The path to recovery and success in treatment is non-linear. I am here to support you through that process, every step of the way. When considering treatment options, your concerns and questions are put at the center of the decision-making process.