Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Co-Owner of Raise Behavioral Health
A Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and co-owner of Raise Behavioral Health. My wife, Jess, and I founded Raise Behavioral Health to foster an improved collaborative model between therapists and providers, enhancing care for patients and families through comprehensive behavioral and psychiatric services. Raise is a behavioral health clinic built by our family for your family. We are here to Raise you up to your best self.
I am a Arizona Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Throughout my academic journey, I was fortunate to have exceptional mentors who shaped my approach to mental health care. My clinical rotations were completed alongside some of our most trusted referral sources, offering me a solid foundation to build my practice on.
With over five years of experience as a bedside nurse in various acute care settings, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Raise Behavioral Health. I have been recognized for my excellence by both Banner Health and Dignity Health. At Banner Health, I received the World of Difference Award, and Dignity Health honored me with the Daisy Foundation Award on two occasions, recognizing my commitment to compassionate care.
At Raise Behavioral Health, my mission is to provide thorough, holistic psychiatric evaluations and treatments for a wide range of psychiatric disorders. My primary focus is on patients aged 6 to 30, but I am also dedicated to serving individuals across the lifespan, including parents and families. I believe in the importance of understanding familial patterns and genetic predispositions, as this knowledge is crucial in guiding our clinical decisions and medication management. Our goal is to Raise the standard of mental health care by improving communication and collaboration between providers and therapists, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes.
Outside of my professional pursuits, I am passionate about maintaining a balanced lifestyle. I actively train and compete in cycling, triathlon, and ultramarathon trail events. This commitment to health helps me disconnect from the busyness of daily life and return to the office ready to be fully present and supportive for my patients. I believe in supporting everyone in finding their unique path to happiness and stability in their mental health. I strive to bring my best self to each appointment to help achieve this goal.