Accepting New Patients in Texas, Oregon, and Washington State
Accepting New Patients in Texas, Oregon, and Washington State
A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who has completed additional education and training and can assess patients, make diagnoses, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans. They work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
The main difference between a psychiatrist and a psychiatric nurse practitioner is their educational background and the scope of practice. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in mental health, able to diagnose and treat mental illnesses through medication management, therapy, and other medical interventions. They have undergone extensive medical training, including medical school and residency. On the other hand, a psychiatric nurse practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse with specialized training in psychiatric and mental health care. They can assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders, provide therapy and counseling, and prescribe medications within their scope of practice. While both professionals work in mental health care, psychiatrists have a broader medical background, whereas psychiatric nurse practitioners bring their nursing expertise and often take a holistic and patient-centered approach.
Integrative psychiatry takes a whole-person view of mental health—mind, body, and spirit. Instead of just focusing on symptoms, we explore root causes like genetics, nutrition, sleep quality, hormone balance, trauma history, and stress. Your treatment plan may include medication when appropriate, but we’ll also explore supportive tools like supplements, therapy, mindfulness, and lifestyle changes. It’s a personalized, collaborative approach designed to create lasting healing—not just symptom control.
Precision Psychiatry uses genomic testing (IntellxxDNA) to understand how your unique DNA may be affecting your mood, focus, energy, and medication response. Instead of guessing what might work, we use science to guide treatment, so you get safer, faster, and more effective results.
Most genetic tests stop at basic medication matching or only analyze a small set of markers. IntellxxDNA goes much deeper. It examines hundreds of genetic variants tied to mood, focus, energy, inflammation, stress response, and how your body processes nutrients and medications. Instead of just telling us what medications might work, it helps us uncover the root biological factors behind your symptoms. This allows us to create a more personalized, holistic plan that may include supplements, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and medication (when needed)—all based on your unique DNA.
Every person is unique, but many patients notice improvements within three months of starting their personalized plan. Because we target the root causes of symptoms, you may begin to feel more balanced and confident sooner than with the traditional trial-and-error approach. Lasting change takes time, but with the right support, it’s absolutely possible.
Your first session is a 60-minute comprehensive evaluation. We’ll explore your mental health history, current challenges, goals, and any previous treatment experiences. If genomic testing is part of your plan, we’ll go over which panel is right for you. By the end of our session, you’ll walk away with a personalized care roadmap—one that includes clear next steps, tailored strategies, and recommendations that align with your lifestyle, preferences, and values.
After your initial evaluation, we’ll work together to implement a care plan that fits your unique needs and goals. Follow-up appointments are scheduled more frequently in the beginning to monitor your progress, adjust medications or supplement regimens, and offer support as you begin treatment.
As your symptoms improve and stability increases, sessions typically become less frequent—but your care remains active and personalized. For those who prefer structured continuity, I also offer quarterly check-ins to reflect on what’s working, make thoughtful adjustments, and ensure your plan continues to align with your values, lifestyle, and long-term wellness goals.
Yes, I do prescribe psychiatric medications when they are appropriate and helpful. However, I don’t view medication as a one-size-fits-all solution or the only path to healing. My goal is to simplify your treatment plan, reduce side effects, and integrate other supportive approaches (like supplements and lifestyle tools) so that medication is used thoughtfully and effectively, as part of a whole-person care plan.
If you’ve tried traditional psychiatry and still don’t feel like yourself, this approach may be right for you. I work especially well with adult individuals seeking answers beyond trial-and-error medications, high-achieving adults facing burnout or anxiety, and those navigating big life transitions or cultural identity challenges. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and culturally responsive—focused on uncovering the root causes of distress and supporting lasting transformation, not just symptom relief.
That’s completely fine—and actually encouraged. Many of my patients are already working with therapists, physicians, coaches, or other practitioners. My approach is collaborative; I believe the best care happens when everyone is working together toward the same goal. I’m happy to coordinate with your existing providers to ensure that your treatment plan is cohesive, complementary, and truly supports your overall well-being.
I do not treat conditions I consider to be complex via this platform because they will require an appropriate level of care and/or more significant support than I currently offer at this time. These conditions include Autism, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Personality Disorders, TBI, Alcohol Use Disorder, and other complex mental health conditions needing a higher level of care.
I do not prescribe any benzodiazepines such as Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan, or hypnotic – prescription sleeping medications such as Ambien etc. I stay within FDA-recommended dosing for all stimulants. I do not prescribe any controlled medications to patients on opioid agonist therapy (ie. Suboxone, Subutex, Sublocade or Methadone) as I believe these patients are better served by working with an addictions specialist.
I do not offer emergency mental health treatment. If you are experiencing active suicidal thoughts, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency department.
Yes! Evening and weekend appointments can be made by special request.
Yes—for medication management services, I am in-network with select insurance plans through a third-party platform called Headway. This makes it easier for you to access essential psychiatric care through your insurance benefits.
However, my integrative and precision psychiatry services (including genomic testing) are offered on a private-pay basis only. This model allows me to provide personalized, in-depth care without the limitations or time constraints that often come with insurance-based treatment.
For out-of-network or private pay patients, I’m happy to provide a superbill—an itemized receipt that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement if your plan includes out-of-network benefits. I recommend contacting your insurance company ahead of time to verify your eligibility.
For self-pay patients, payment is due at the time of service.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice—or missed appointments without notice—will be charged 100% of the visit fee.
If you are more than 10 minutes late, your appointment will be considered a no-show and cancelled. If you arrive within the first 10 minutes, you may use the remaining time, but the session will still end at the originally scheduled time.
Frequent cancellations, rescheduling, or missed appointments may result in termination from the practice.
I am committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive space that promotes mental well-being and empowers individuals to overcome challenges and thrive.
