Understanding the brain.

Hi, I'm Lena, a dual board-certified family and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience caring for children, teens, and adults. My background in family medicine shaped my approach to psychiatry: I consider the whole person, including physical health, mental health, identity, and life circumstances.

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I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric care, with a focus on ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence. I approach medication management as a collaborative, individualized process, combining rigorous, evidence-based science with the art of listening to what actually works for your unique body and life.

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I believe good care starts with trust, open communication, and a genuine commitment to listening and understanding. I draw on my training in psychotherapy and CBT to support collaborative, informed care. I strive to create a client-centered, affirming, and trauma-informed space, with particular experience caring for LGBTQ+ folks, disabled/chronically ill individuals, and neurodivergent people.