About
Joan is a doctorate-prepared psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in treatment-resistant depression (TRD), anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD. She provides comprehensive psychiatric care by integrating evidence-based pharmacologic and holistic approaches to address comorbid conditions across diverse populations.
Joan specializes in treatment-resistant depression (TRD), anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD. She began her career as a nurse in the ER where she felt compelled to pursue a PMHNP while caring for psychiatric clients boarding in the ER.
Hi, thank you for considering me as your provider! I know from personal experience how crippling psychiatric conditions can be. I am dedicated to walking with you as we collaborate on your personalized care plan. When I am not working I enjoy traveling, hiking, photography, and table top role playing games. I look forward to meeting you!
Services
Intake and Establishment of Care
A 60-minute evidence-based evaluation covering lifestyle, situational stressors, medical history, psychiatric history, as well as previous and current medication history.
If we are a good fit for each other we will start to tailor a personalized wellness plan.
Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluations
A tailored wellness plan that can include lifestyle modifications, therapeutic communication and resources, motivational interviewing, and medication management.
Medication Management and Holistic Care
Comprehensive evidence based screening tools; when partnered with professional interpretation and your unique context these aid in the assessment and diagnosis of mental health conditions.