About Us

Originally from Guyana and raised in Venezuela, Travis is fluent in Spanish, which allows him to effectively communicate and connect with a diverse patient base. His ability to provide care in both English and Spanish ensures that all his patients feel understood and supported in their healthcare journeys.

Travis’s dedication to healthcare began in the military, where he served as a combat medic and operating room specialist, gaining invaluable experience in managing acute and chronic conditions under pressure. His military service not only sharpened his clinical skills but also instilled a strong ethical framework and resilience that have greatly influenced his approach to patient care.

In his practice, Travis focuses on the intersection of mental health and physical well-being, particularly how chronic mental illness can affect lifestyle. He is passionate about using his dual expertise in psychiatry and cardiology to offer holistic solutions that address all aspects of a patient’s health.

Travis is an active member of the psychiatric nursing community and is committed to lifelong learning and professional development. He regularly participates in conferences and educational workshops to keep abreast of the latest advancements in his field.

Outside of his professional life, Travis enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures. His hobbies reflect his commitment to maintaining a balanced lifestyle, promoting the same wellness and health in his personal life that he advocates for in his professional practice.

His clinical interests are in: 

• TMS
• ADHD
• Addiction medicine
• Impulse control maladaptation
• Mood disorders
• Pain Reprocessing therapy

His education includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Queens College - NY
• Bachelor of Science, Adelphi University - NY
• Master of Science in Nursing, Hunter College - NY
• Post-MSN Certificate, George Washington University - DC

His memberships include:

• ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine)
• AANP (American Association of Nurse Practitioners)
• NPAM (Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland)

She is passionate about mental health and understands its impact on our overall health. Her goal for her clients is to make them feel heard and empowered to treat their illness through partnership, education, and support in a non-judgmental free environment. Karen seeks to provide quality mental health, pursuing continuous learning and professional growth through reading research articles, conferences, continuing education, and collaborating with colleagues to stay on top of her field and shape her practice.

Outside of work, she enjoys working out, traveling, spending time with loved ones, and learning new things that stimulate the mind, striving for a balanced, peaceful, yet fun life.

Her clinical interests are:

• mood disorders
• anxiety disorders
• schizophrenia
• treatment-resistant depression
• CBT
• TMS
• ECT

Her education incldues:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bowie State University
• Master of Science in Nursing, Walden University

She has memberships in: 

• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• American and Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)

My practice is guided by cultural sensitivity and trust-building. I value the importance of human relationships, the dignity and worth of each individual, service, and competence. I collaboratively assist adults with managing depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem building, and co-occurring disorders. I provide minors with skill building to manage anxiety, depression, self-esteem building, and behavioral challenges. 

I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. I have experience across various clinical settings. Currently, I am pursuing my certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to assist individuals to reprocess their traumatic memories with the aim of treating the distress associated with their traumatic memories.

Clinical interests:

• PTSD
• Trauma
• Women’s issues

Education:

• Associates of Applied Science in Dental Assisting, Clover Park Community College - Lakewood, WA
• Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare, University of Washington - Tacoma, WA
• Master’s in Social Work: Clinical, University of New England - Biddeford, ME

She treats her clients as complex, multifaceted individuals, with the understanding that the client is the expert on their own lived experiences. She believes in supporting and empowering clients to find the treatment options that work best for them based on their symptoms and concerns, with an emphasis on collaboration and education. She provides an environment where clients feel heard and can express themselves without fear of judgment. She is committed to providing the most up-to-date care through continued learning and professional growth, by attending conferences and workshops and reading research articles about emerging best practices.

Her clinical interests include:

• mood disorders
• depression and anxiety
• ADHD

Her education includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Cornell University
• Master of Science in Nursing, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
• Doctor of Nursing Practice, Psychiatric Mental Health, University of Maryland School of Nursing