Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Whether you are considering medication for the first time or seeking a second opinion, my approach is collaborative and evidence-based. I treat a variety of conditions, including depression, anxiety, attention deficit, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress, and postpartum mood disorders. Patients often describe my approach as attentive, supportive, and thorough. My passions for mental health advocacy, research and clinical work are inspired by my respect for the diversity of human experience and our capacity for profound growth and healing.
“Vanessa is extremely compassionate, understanding and acutely aware of the changes that women go through as they age. She listens and has the knowledge to guide and inform you. I am profoundly grateful for her encouragment, in alleviating my symptoms and for helping me on my path back to me.”
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I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. My philosophy is an integrative approach in treating the whole person -- including the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual factors. I emphasize education so you feel empowered and understand why medication may be necessary, what the medication is, and why you are taking it. While medications are an important part of treatment, they are often times not the long-term solution. We can carefully weigh the potential benefits and risks to find the best option for you.
My primary goal is to make sure that I provide the best care to my patients. In some cases, the limitations of outpatient treatment do not allow the ability to provide the level of care that I think you deserve. I can provide feedback, temporary services, and assistance with referral options.
“Very professional and talks to me and not at me. I enjoy all of my sessions with Bridgitte. Both good and bad. I always walk away feeling good or better than before 6+”
I went into psychiatry to improve access to considerate, kind, and evidence-based mental healthcare. Through my work in community health centers I have partnered with hundreds of patients to be empowered and informed consumers of healthcare. In those settings, I have worked with people from all walks of life; I have had training in providing care to gender diverse populations, people with addictions, pregnant and nursing people, as well as caring for severe mental illness. I continually seek new information to be sure my patients receive appropriate care in a timely manner.
Although the care I provide is rooted in current medical knowledge, my relationship to patients is informed by the nursing model. This emphasizes caring for the whole person rather than a narrow “problem” focus. I seek to understand my patients’ lives in order to develop treatment plans that realistically align with their goals.
I went into psychiatry to improve access to considerate, kind, and evidence-based mental healthcare. Through my work in community health centers I have partnered with hundreds of patients to be empowered and informed consumers of healthcare. In those settings, I have worked with people from all walks of life; I have had training in providing care to gender diverse populations, people with addictions, pregnant and nursing people, as well as caring for severe mental illness. I continually seek new information to be sure my patients receive appropriate care in a timely manner.
Although the care I provide is rooted in current medical knowledge, my relationship to patients is informed by the nursing model. This emphasizes caring for the whole person rather than a narrow “problem” focus. I seek to understand my patients’ lives in order to develop treatment plans that realistically align with their goals.
Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am able to deliver high-quality care that utilizes the most recent advancements in medicine. I'm especially interested in Men's Health issues and I have unique blend of clinical knowledge and I am compassionate. I have a strong ability to connect with my patients , understand their needs, and able to provide the support they need improve their mental health.
“Dr. Kinlock is an amazing therapist. He has a natural ability to connect with people of all ages. He also brings his background knowledge about nutrition and how it can help brain function and mood into our sessions. I highly recommend Dr. Kinlock.”
Meaghan Quist, APRN, PMHNP-BC, BSN, RN
Welcome to Valley Wellness, where compassionate care meets expertise in psychiatry. Meaghan is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals seeking support and healing.
Meaghan offers a personalized approach to mental health, tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each patient. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD or other mental health challenges, Meaghan is here to help you navigate your journey towards wellness.
At Valley Wellness, we believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Meaghan takes the time to listen attentively to your concerns, working together with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific goals and aspirations.
Contact us and take the first step towards mental wellness today!
“I’m blessed I found a good psych provider finally. More power to you doc. He’s calm, a chilled cool dude, even the way he talks and voice is therapy enough. IYKYK! Put that in a bottle and share with the world Doc. Recommend him 365 days!”
Hello and Welcome! My name is Dr. Mariam Aboukar, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist. I serve as the CEO & Founder of Empath Medicine, a psychiatric private practice aimed at providing holistic, compassionate and integrative mental health care for all ages. Empath Medicine offers its services in California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan and Rhode Island and during evening and weekend hours to accommodate the working professional and student. I have been blessed to train at prestigious institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Harvard Medical School Affiliate Hospitals and currently work at Yale New Haven Health. Additionally, if you visit my website, you will find that I am particularly passionate about helping medical trainees and professionals combat burnout. If our doctors are happier and healthier, our patients will be too! I also serve children and adolescents of war-torn countries and survivors of trauma. Schedule a consult call today!
