Meet our Staff!

Hello, and welcome! My name is Dorthea Rogers, PMHNP-BC, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults.

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I believe every person deserves to be heard, understood, and treated with dignity. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel comfortable discussing your concerns without fear of judgment. Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your unique needs, goals, and lifestyle, helping you build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and achieve lasting mental wellness.

Whether you're seeking care for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, mood disorders, or other mental health concerns, I am committed to partnering with you every step of your journey toward healing.

• I identify as: Black or African descent, Woman

• My style is: Empowering, Warm, Open Minded

 

Your initial visit is an important opportunity for us to get to know you. We will review and evaluate your medical history, discuss your current concerns, and answer any questions you may have. This comprehensive conversation helps us create a personalized care plan designed specifically for your needs. This session typically involves discussing your current challenges, past mental health treatment, medical history, medications, family history, and other factors that may be impacting your emotional well-being.

 

During our conversation, I will take time to learn about your experiences, answer questions, and gain a clear understanding of how symptoms are affecting your daily life. Together, we will review potential diagnoses, discuss treatment options, and develop an individualized plan that may include medication management, lifestyle recommendations, referrals for therapy, or other supportive resources when appropriate.

 

My goal is for you to leave your first appointment feeling informed, understood, and involved in your treatment decisions. I encourage open communication and welcome questions throughout the process. Building trust and creating a supportive partnership is an important part of achieving meaningful and lasting progress in your mental health journey.

Lisa Maffei has devoted her career to serving others through compassionate, patient-centered healthcare.

 

Beginning as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in 2001, she later worked as a Nursing Assistant before earning her Registered Nurse license in 2014. Since then, Lisa has built an extensive clinical and leadership background across a wide range of healthcare settings.

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Throughout her career, Lisa has served in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department, Pediatric Triage, and inpatient psychiatric programs for both children and adults. She has also held leadership roles as a Nurse Leader for underserved populations, Director of Nursing, and Clinical Leader, bringing a wealth of experience in patient care, quality improvement, and healthcare leadership.

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As the Nurse Manager at Brave Minds Wellness, Lisa is passionate about promoting whole-person wellness. She believes that true healing comes from addressing the connection between mental, physical, and emotional health through evidence-based care, healthy nutrition, physical activity, holistic wellness practices, and the healing power of nature.

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Lisa is especially committed to supporting children, adolescents, and families. She believes that investing in mental health today helps break cycles of generational trauma, creating healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities. Her compassionate approach and dedication to wellness help ensure that every patient feels heard, respected, and supported throughout their journey to healing.