RoadTrip 2 Recovery

02/20/2026

I just added a new page to my website that explains the top conditions I treat, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma, and women’s mental health. If you’ve been wondering whether I can help with what you’re experiencing, this page is a great place to start.

A compassionate PMHNP providing care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma, and women’s mental health. Telehealth appointments available across North Carolina.

02/13/2026

https://www.roadtrip2recovery.com/post/top-benefits-of-online-mental-health-support-why-joining-online-groups-can-change-your-life

Mental health is something we all care about, even if we don’t always talk about it openly. If you’ve ever felt alone in your struggles or unsure where to turn, I want to share something that has truly transformed the way many people find comfort and healing: online mental health support groups....

02/12/2026

Who gets a bed in NC’s state psychiatric hospitals — and who waits?

North Carolina’s three state-operated psychiatric hospitals are struggling to meet demand as staffing shortages keep hundreds of beds offline and patients wait weeks or months for care. At the same time, a growing share of limited hospital capacity is taken up by criminal defendants ordered by courts to receive psychiatric treatment before their cases can proceed.

Long hospital stays, combined with rising involuntary commitment orders and court referrals, have reshaped who is treated and have narrowed access for people experiencing mental health crises in the community. State officials say recent legislation is likely to further strain the system by increasing mental health evaluations without adding new capacity or mental health funding.

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02/11/2026

01/21/2026

So sad. My line of work is dangerous. Prayers to the family 🙏🏼

An Orange County Licensed Mental Health Counselor was killed in a stabbing that took place at her work, Monday night. The suspect is believed to be her former client, deputies confirmed. ⬇️ Learn more ⬇️

12/31/2025

Here’s to a happy, healthy, productive and prosperous 2026! Cheers! 🥳

This winter, give yourself permission to prioritize mental health. Use this checklist to notice your needs and ask for support where needed! 💙

12/31/2025

https://www.aanp.org/news-feed/dea-announces-teleprescribing-flexibility-extension-through-2026?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPCf1RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeztExAQAV96xpxcdis5omQFrnOihlXN7AAcCO75SBYzf-M7W3AcvZzQckubs_aem_w3SotiowZQ5cbArSrMeIWQ

Media Contact: Bryan Black AUSTIN, TEXAS — Today,December 30, 2025, the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) andUnited States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a fourth temporary extension of telemedicine flexibilities for the prescribingof controlled…

12/26/2025

Secondary PTSD is something many caregivers experience but rarely talk about. In my latest blog, I’m opening up about my own journey, the signs I didn’t recognize at first, and the coping strategies that help me stay grounded while supporting others. Healing starts with awareness. ❤️

Secondary PTSD, also known as vicarious trauma, is the emotional residue that accumulates when we bear witness to the suffering of others. For those in healing and protective roles—psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, doctors, nurses, EMTs, firefighters, police officers—it’s not just t...

12/25/2025

11/11/2025

Interesting!

The Food and Drug Administration will remove the "black box" warning from hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products for menopause.

10/31/2025

In this video, I revamped 4 shorter videos and put them together and reflect on the questions that shape my path: why people change providers, how I chose nursing, why I specialize in mental health, and how I approach treatment with compassion and teamwork.

You’ll also meet my four furry co-pilots—Toby, Flick, Twiggs, and Nova! 🥰

In this video, I revamped 4 shorter videos and put them together and reflect on the questions that shape my path: why people change providers, how I chose nu...

10/25/2025

Here is a short rundown about how our brain neurotransmitters work.

Our brains are symphonies of chemical whispers—tiny messengers called neurotransmitters choreographing every thought, mood, and movement. When these signals fall out of tune—too much dopamine, too little serotonin—the result can feel like emotional static, cognitive fog, or a soul out of sync....