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I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric evaluations and medication management through telehealth in Minnesota and North Dakota, with in-person appointments also available in Fargo, ND.

I recognize that accessing child and adolescent psychiatric care can sometimes be challenging. Families may encounter 2–4 month wait times or longer when seeking an appointment, and many psychiatric practices primarily offer appointments during traditional Monday–Friday daytime hours. For students struggling with mental health or behavioral concerns, these delays can be particularly difficult.

To help improve access, I offer evening and Sunday appointments, allowing students to receive psychiatric care without necessarily having to miss school or other important weekday activities. Telehealth also allows families to receive care from home, which can be especially helpful for families who live outside larger communities.

Students who may benefit from a psychiatric referral

I may be a helpful referral option for students experiencing concerns such as:

• ADHD symptoms or concerns about possible ADHD

• Anxiety or excessive worry

• Depression or persistent sadness

• Mood changes or emotional dysregulation

• Difficulty with concentration, attention, or functioning at school

• Sleep difficulties related to mental health

• Significant changes in behavior, motivation, or functioning

• Medication evaluation or management for an existing psychiatric diagnosis

• Students who are already participating in therapy but may benefit from a psychiatric evaluation or medication-management consultation

I provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessment, medication management when appropriate, and ongoing follow-up care. I work collaboratively with families and other members of a student's care team when appropriate and with the necessary releases of information.