I grew up in a small rural town in Northern Maine, an experience that shaped my appreciation for close-knit communities and the importance of accessible, compassionate care. After graduating from high school, I joined the United States Marine Corps, where I developed a strong sense of discipline, service, and responsibility. Following my honorable discharge, I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and worked in the insurance field for several years.

My path ultimately led me back to healthcare, where I pursued nursing school and graduated with honors (cum laude). I began my clinical career as a psychiatric nurse on an inpatient psychiatric unit, where I quickly realized that mental health care was my calling. This experience motivated me to further my education, and I enrolled in a Master of Science in Nursing program with a concentration in psychiatry.

After graduating with honors (cum laude), I became a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have experience providing psychiatric care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. My approach emphasizes thorough evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and thoughtful, evidence-based treatment tailored to each individual.

I am deeply grateful to work in an environment where I find both my work and my role meaningful and rewarding, and I feel fortunate to support patients as they navigate their mental health care journeys.