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I truly believe that true healing begins with understanding, so I am not here to make assumptions but to listen attentively so I c...
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I truly believe that true healing begins with understanding, so I am not here to make assumptions but to listen attentively so I can better understand the impact of your mental health struggles and then work together to improve the quality of your life.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of combined clinical experience in internal medicine and psychiatry. I am double board-certified in adult and psychiatric mental health practice, providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and medication management for individuals ages six and older with mood, substance use, or eating disorders. I have experience working in hospitals, residential treatment facilities, and outpatient settings, including PHP and IOP programs.
I earned my Doctorate in Nursing from the University of Alabama. My approach is collaborative and education-driven, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their mental health through evidence-based treatment options. I strive to create a balanced partnership that supports lasting wellness and self-efficacy.
I am committed to providing compassionate, personalized, and holistic care. Whether addressing medication management or broader mental health goals, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs. I invite you to take the next step toward healing and balance by scheduling an appointment with me.
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My goal is to provide thoughtful, compassionate psychiatric care that helps people move forward with greater clarity, stability, a...
My goal is to provide thoughtful, compassionate psychiatric care that helps people move forward with greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist based in Kansas City with experience treating adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. I believe effective care starts with listening and understanding each person’s unique story. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based, and I work closely with patients to develop practical treatment plans that help improve focus, mood, and overall quality of life.
My approach is collaborative and practical. I take time to understand each patient’s goals and challenges, then work together to create a clear, evidence-based treatment plan. Patients can expect thoughtful conversations, careful medication management, and a focus on helping them make meaningful progress in daily life.
I know reaching out for mental health care can feel like a big step. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable discussing what’s going on. If you’re looking for thoughtful, collaborative care, I’d be glad to work with you.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Yes, we offer comprehensive psychiatric services to meet your mental health needs.
Psychiatry allows people struggling to manage mental conditions or disorders to get access to medications that will make daily functioning easier, as well as work through any mental factors that might be causing or worsening their condition. Though medications can’t cure mental disorders, medication can make symptoms more manageable, making the process of psychotherapeutic treatment easier and more effective. Psychiatric care can be available through in-person psychiatry and online psychiatry, depending on where you live and your own preferences. However, psychiatric providers at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL specifically offer online psychiatry to their clients.
A therapist has an education specifically rooted in therapeutic practice, approaches, techniques, and treatment. They cannot prescribe medications for clients, though they often refer clients to psychiatrists for medication management. Psychiatrists are medically trained doctors who specialize in mental health treatment, mainly through medication management and prescription, though they can also practice therapy.
A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a highly trained and licensed professional who specializes in mental health care. They are qualified to diagnose and treat mental health conditions, prescribe medications, and provide therapy. Psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks are qualified to prescribe medications for a variety of mental health conditions. They work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Oftentimes, psychiatrists or psychiatric professionals will perform a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, which involves an in-depth discussion about your symptoms, medical history, and current medications. Once they reach a diagnosis, they may suggest starting certain medications depending on your condition and the intensity of your symptoms.
Yes. At Thriveworks, we offer online-only psychiatry services for optimal comfort and convenience.
Psychiatric services at Thriveworks Joliet can last for as little or as much time as the client needs to reach their treatment goals, whether that be a month or two or over the course of a year. Treatment length is heavily dependent on the condition(s) being treated, the course of treatment, and the client’s goals for treatment.
Psychiatrists are mental health professionals who can prescribe anxiety medication and provide therapeutic treatment for anxiety, although not all psychiatrists offer therapy. At Thriveworks, medication management occurs via online psychiatry sessions.
Yes, Thriveworks accepts most major insurance plans. We strive to make mental health care accessible and affordable for everyone.
If you’re here, you may be looking to connect with a psychiatrist to address your mental health concerns. At Thriveworks in Joliet, IL our psychiatric team is ready to help you. They’re available to meet with you online by video, so you can get personalized mental health care from home, the office, or on the go.
Discover how psychiatric services can benefit you. Uninsured residents can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).
Anyone can benefit from talking with a psychiatrist about the issues that they’re struggling to cope with. Just like talking with a physician about your body’s health, psychiatrists are able to help you better manage your mental health—which is just as important. If you’re not familiar with what a psychiatrist is, they:
Not everyone who talks with a psychiatric provider will be prescribed medication, and your treatment options will depend on your own preferences and needs. By talking openly about what’s bothering you, you can help to provide your Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioner with the information they need to help you manage your mental health challenges.
You may consider our psychiatric services if you’re suffering from the symptoms of:
By scheduling an initial appointment to connect with one of our trained providers, you can start moving toward a renewed emotional balance and work to improve your coping skills through therapy or medication management options.
You can rest easy knowing that your conversations will be kept confidential — our online sessions adhere to the same strict HIPAA privacy regulations as our in-person sessions do.
We’ll help to connect you with one of our industry-leading professionals at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners will listen in order to address your concerns and work with your feedback to treat the symptoms you’re struggling with.
If psychiatric services could offer you newfound relief and quality of life, reach out to us to start taking the steps towards wellbeing. Uninsured residents can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).
Mental health conditions can be painful to try and manage on our own, and if left untreated, many mental health symptoms can cause damage to both ourselves and to our personal lives. There’s no need to struggle with managing what’s troubling you by yourself. Turn to the guidance and professional insight of one of our psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL.
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