Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Chelsea is a compassionate and experienced dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.   She has a passion for helping individuals achieve mental wellness. Chelsea specializes in treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders.

Chelsea earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Olivet Nazarene University and then earned her Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health certification at Maryville College.  She has extensive experience working with patients of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults, providing individualized, evidence-based care. 

Chelsea takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to address both the physical and emotional aspects of mental health.   She focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships with patients, emphasizing collaboration and shared decision-making to empower individuals on their journey to recovery.

Chelsea offers a variety of treatment modalities, including medication management and psychotherapy. She is skilled in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques to support patients in overcoming challenges and achieving long-term mental well-being.

In her free time, Chelsea enjoys reading, vacationing to the beach, cheering on her two children at their sporting events, and being a dog mom to two golden retrievers.  She is dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in psychiatric care through continuing education and professional development.