Premera Blue Cross Psychiatrists in Puyallup, WA
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and a variety of life stressors. During our initial appointment, we will discuss what has brought you here, explore your goals, and work together to determine the best path forward. I value your time and believe that care should be personalized, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and a variety of life stressors. During our initial appointment, we will discuss what has brought you here, explore your goals, and work together to determine the best path forward. I value your time and believe that care should be personalized, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you.
I provide psychiatric mental health care for adolescents and adults in Puyallup, WA and surrounding areas including, but not limited to South Hill, Sumner, Tacoma, Bonney Lake and Pierce County. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, bipolar, postpartum depression, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, client-centered and evidence-based, with a focus on my client's needs and wants and individualized medication management. I offer a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting mental wellness.
I provide psychiatric mental health care for adolescents and adults in Puyallup, WA and surrounding areas including, but not limited to South Hill, Sumner, Tacoma, Bonney Lake and Pierce County. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, bipolar, postpartum depression, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, client-centered and evidence-based, with a focus on my client's needs and wants and individualized medication management. I offer a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting mental wellness.
I am Dr. Veronica Forchu. I earned my Doctorate of Nursing Practice from UMass Global California with specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health Across the Lifespan. I also earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Chamberlain College of Nursing Ohio. I have experience in case management, serving patients of different age groups in home health, palliative care and hospice, managing anxiety, depression, dementia, psychotic episodes and pain at end-of-life. I bring with me over 10 years of experience working with patients and providing emotional support to their families and loved ones dealing with loss & grief.
I am Dr. Veronica Forchu. I earned my Doctorate of Nursing Practice from UMass Global California with specialty in Psychiatry and Mental Health Across the Lifespan. I also earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Chamberlain College of Nursing Ohio. I have experience in case management, serving patients of different age groups in home health, palliative care and hospice, managing anxiety, depression, dementia, psychotic episodes and pain at end-of-life. I bring with me over 10 years of experience working with patients and providing emotional support to their families and loved ones dealing with loss & grief.
Taking the step to seek support is an act of strength, and you deserve a space where you feel truly heard and understood. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner and neurodivergent individual, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, academic struggles, obesity, and binge eating. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, tailored to your unique needs. With both in-person and virtual sessions available, I offer flexible care to help you find balance, resilience, and lasting growth.
Taking the step to seek support is an act of strength, and you deserve a space where you feel truly heard and understood. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner and neurodivergent individual, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, academic struggles, obesity, and binge eating. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, tailored to your unique needs. With both in-person and virtual sessions available, I offer flexible care to help you find balance, resilience, and lasting growth.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with prescriptive authority in Washington State. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psycho-education, and supportive counseling. My past clients have experienced treatment that is client-centered, evidence-based and has a humanistic approach that recognizes the uniqueness of all individuals. I am a compassionate provider and believe in working with clients to find a plan that will respect the client’s individual goals, beliefs, and lifestyle. Additionally, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for 25 years.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with prescriptive authority in Washington State. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psycho-education, and supportive counseling. My past clients have experienced treatment that is client-centered, evidence-based and has a humanistic approach that recognizes the uniqueness of all individuals. I am a compassionate provider and believe in working with clients to find a plan that will respect the client’s individual goals, beliefs, and lifestyle. Additionally, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for 25 years.
I am in-network for Aetna and Premera Blue Cross in Washington State.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, and other mental health concerns. Many of my clients are professionals, students, or individuals who feel overwhelmed and want thoughtful, individualized care. I also have a special interest in serving Asian American, Hispanic, and immigrant communities. Together, we look beyond symptoms to understand your story, identify what's getting in the way, and create a treatment plan that reflects your goals, values, and vision for a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I am in-network for Aetna and Premera Blue Cross in Washington State.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, and other mental health concerns. Many of my clients are professionals, students, or individuals who feel overwhelmed and want thoughtful, individualized care. I also have a special interest in serving Asian American, Hispanic, and immigrant communities. Together, we look beyond symptoms to understand your story, identify what's getting in the way, and create a treatment plan that reflects your goals, values, and vision for a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a board-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years in healthcare, I help children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, mood instability, or chronic stress regain stability and hope. Many clients come to me after feeling unheard or frustrated with “one-size-fits-all” care. I take time to truly listen and look at the whole person—mind and body—to create individualized treatment plans that combine thoughtful medication management, therapy-based approaches, mindfulness, and holistic strategies that support lasting wellness.
As a board-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years in healthcare, I help children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, mood instability, or chronic stress regain stability and hope. Many clients come to me after feeling unheard or frustrated with “one-size-fits-all” care. I take time to truly listen and look at the whole person—mind and body—to create individualized treatment plans that combine thoughtful medication management, therapy-based approaches, mindfulness, and holistic strategies that support lasting wellness.
I'm in-network with most major insurance plans including Regence, Premera Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Lifewise, UMP, and RGA.
Are you exhausted from feeling "fine" on paper but struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, fatigue, brain fog, or insomnia that won't quit? Maybe you've tried medications that didn't work, or you're tired of providers who don't dig deeper. I work with adults across Washington State (via telehealth) who are ready to find the root cause—not just mask symptoms. My patients often come after seeing other providers and need someone who will investigate the whole picture: your sleep, nutrition, gut health, inflammation, stress, and lifestyle. I accept most major insurance including Regence, Premera, Kaiser, Aetna, and Lifewise.
I'm in-network with most major insurance plans including Regence, Premera Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Lifewise, UMP, and RGA.
Are you exhausted from feeling "fine" on paper but struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, fatigue, brain fog, or insomnia that won't quit? Maybe you've tried medications that didn't work, or you're tired of providers who don't dig deeper. I work with adults across Washington State (via telehealth) who are ready to find the root cause—not just mask symptoms. My patients often come after seeing other providers and need someone who will investigate the whole picture: your sleep, nutrition, gut health, inflammation, stress, and lifestyle. I accept most major insurance including Regence, Premera, Kaiser, Aetna, and Lifewise.
Our mission is to provide a path to remission for patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD, among other things. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to overcome depression and we strive to provide the most relevant and effective care under the leadership of Dr. Kris Peterson (our Psychiatrist & Medical Director), a Retired Army Colonel who served for 25 years. Before returning to civilian work, Dr. Peterson was the chief of Psychiatry at Madigan Army Medical Center and has been an ally to both civilian and military patients for nearly 3 decades.
Our mission is to provide a path to remission for patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD, among other things. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to overcome depression and we strive to provide the most relevant and effective care under the leadership of Dr. Kris Peterson (our Psychiatrist & Medical Director), a Retired Army Colonel who served for 25 years. Before returning to civilian work, Dr. Peterson was the chief of Psychiatry at Madigan Army Medical Center and has been an ally to both civilian and military patients for nearly 3 decades.
Accepting new patients with same-week availability!
As a dual board-certified Psychiatric & Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, I offer a true whole-person approach to healing. If you are an adult struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or executive dysfunction, I am here to help you move forward.
By bridging your physical and mental well-being, we will design a tailored treatment plan to:
Improve daily focus and productivity, manage stress and overwhelm, and optimize your overall functioning
Take control of your mental health today! Call or visit our website to schedule your initial intake.
Accepting new patients with same-week availability!
As a dual board-certified Psychiatric & Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, I offer a true whole-person approach to healing. If you are an adult struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or executive dysfunction, I am here to help you move forward.
By bridging your physical and mental well-being, we will design a tailored treatment plan to:
Improve daily focus and productivity, manage stress and overwhelm, and optimize your overall functioning
Take control of your mental health today! Call or visit our website to schedule your initial intake.
Al Jerome (AJ) is a dual board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in adult psychiatric medication management. He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services. He received his Doctoral degree and post-graduate psychiatric mental health certificate at Duke University. He utilizes a holistic, collaborative, and integrative approach to provide personalized, evidence-based, and non-judgmental psychiatric care. AJ highly values a therapeutic provider-client relationship built in trust, respect, and empathy.
Al Jerome (AJ) is a dual board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in adult psychiatric medication management. He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services. He received his Doctoral degree and post-graduate psychiatric mental health certificate at Duke University. He utilizes a holistic, collaborative, and integrative approach to provide personalized, evidence-based, and non-judgmental psychiatric care. AJ highly values a therapeutic provider-client relationship built in trust, respect, and empathy.
I am a licensed and certified psychiatric Nurse practitioner treating patients who are at least 15 years (15 years to 75 years). I provide comprehensive online psychiatry services (telehealth), you can conveniently be seen in the comfort of your home for appointments and medication management without the need to travel! I provide the same mental services as in-person visits and I will address other aspects that encompass your complete wellness beyond a standard psychiatry visit. Currently accepting new clients for psychiatric evaluation, medication management and individual therapy, You can book a video appointment right now.
I am a licensed and certified psychiatric Nurse practitioner treating patients who are at least 15 years (15 years to 75 years). I provide comprehensive online psychiatry services (telehealth), you can conveniently be seen in the comfort of your home for appointments and medication management without the need to travel! I provide the same mental services as in-person visits and I will address other aspects that encompass your complete wellness beyond a standard psychiatry visit. Currently accepting new clients for psychiatric evaluation, medication management and individual therapy, You can book a video appointment right now.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing diagnostic services, medication management, and psychotherapy for individuals aged six and older. With over 20 years of experience in psychiatric care, I offer telehealth services in Washington. I believe in the combined effectiveness of therapy and medication management to optimize outcomes, working collaboratively with my patients to develop personalized care plans.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing diagnostic services, medication management, and psychotherapy for individuals aged six and older. With over 20 years of experience in psychiatric care, I offer telehealth services in Washington. I believe in the combined effectiveness of therapy and medication management to optimize outcomes, working collaboratively with my patients to develop personalized care plans.
Do you feel on edge with anxiety, stress, and worried sick? Anxiety leaves us feeling panicked, exhausted, and dissociated. You’re someone who deeply wants to feel peace, relaxed, and safe, but you are feeling out of control and heart racing. You want to feel calm and grounded. You are ready to feel at ease and reconnect in your relationships, without emotional dysregulation. You can be free from anxiety- I can help you get there. Treatment focuses on anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, PMDD, and perinatal/postpartum mental health through psychiatric medication management. Services are provided through Raelin Nursing Mental Wellness.
Do you feel on edge with anxiety, stress, and worried sick? Anxiety leaves us feeling panicked, exhausted, and dissociated. You’re someone who deeply wants to feel peace, relaxed, and safe, but you are feeling out of control and heart racing. You want to feel calm and grounded. You are ready to feel at ease and reconnect in your relationships, without emotional dysregulation. You can be free from anxiety- I can help you get there. Treatment focuses on anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, PMDD, and perinatal/postpartum mental health through psychiatric medication management. Services are provided through Raelin Nursing Mental Wellness.
Accepting New Patients, even on Saturday and can see patients through Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine, and we do have some evening appts available as well. Trained as a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. Master’s trained from the University of Cincinnati and Touro University; also have degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Nursing and the University of Oklahoma. I have a background in military medicine, and have served populations that have been diverse and underserved. I have also served in case management for Washington State DSHS, working with social workers and caregivers for and in behalf of foster children.
Accepting New Patients, even on Saturday and can see patients through Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine, and we do have some evening appts available as well. Trained as a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. Master’s trained from the University of Cincinnati and Touro University; also have degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Nursing and the University of Oklahoma. I have a background in military medicine, and have served populations that have been diverse and underserved. I have also served in case management for Washington State DSHS, working with social workers and caregivers for and in behalf of foster children.
From the beginning of my journey in mental health care, my guiding principle has been simple yet powerful: to meet each person with empathy, authenticity, and a deeply held belief in their capacity for healing. Across years of clinical work, I’ve witnessed how trauma, depression, anxiety, and life’s many challenges can weigh heavily on the people who seek support. Navigating these experiences isn’t easy but with trust, professional skill, and compassionate partnership, real transformation is absolutely possible.
From the beginning of my journey in mental health care, my guiding principle has been simple yet powerful: to meet each person with empathy, authenticity, and a deeply held belief in their capacity for healing. Across years of clinical work, I’ve witnessed how trauma, depression, anxiety, and life’s many challenges can weigh heavily on the people who seek support. Navigating these experiences isn’t easy but with trust, professional skill, and compassionate partnership, real transformation is absolutely possible.
Now Accepting New Patients! Weekday/end hours available. I am dual board-certified as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. My training with both mental health and the physical body helps me to aid my patients in recognizing the nature of the mind-body connection, and how it pertains to the health of each.
I treat adults 22+ from all walks of life, but I have a particular passion for men’s health. My treatment-style is based around helping people to optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, community and spirituality. In addition I'm currently in training as an Associate Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate
Now Accepting New Patients! Weekday/end hours available. I am dual board-certified as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. My training with both mental health and the physical body helps me to aid my patients in recognizing the nature of the mind-body connection, and how it pertains to the health of each.
I treat adults 22+ from all walks of life, but I have a particular passion for men’s health. My treatment-style is based around helping people to optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, community and spirituality. In addition I'm currently in training as an Associate Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate
From the beginning of my journey in mental health care, my guiding principle has been simple yet powerful: to meet each person with empathy, authenticity, and a deeply held belief in their capacity for healing. Across years of clinical work, I’ve witnessed how trauma, depression, anxiety, and life’s many challenges can weigh heavily on the people who seek support. Navigating these experiences isn’t easy but with trust, professional skill, and compassionate partnership, real transformation is absolutely possible.
From the beginning of my journey in mental health care, my guiding principle has been simple yet powerful: to meet each person with empathy, authenticity, and a deeply held belief in their capacity for healing. Across years of clinical work, I’ve witnessed how trauma, depression, anxiety, and life’s many challenges can weigh heavily on the people who seek support. Navigating these experiences isn’t easy but with trust, professional skill, and compassionate partnership, real transformation is absolutely possible.
Now enrolling new clients, flexible scheduling, provide telepsychiatry/ telehealth. I hold dual board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from University of Washington with a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a post-graduate psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certification from University of New Hampshire. I specialize in providing psychiatric healthcare, medication management and psychoeducation as well as connecting clients to resources available in their communities to support their journey towards healing and optimal wellness.
Now enrolling new clients, flexible scheduling, provide telepsychiatry/ telehealth. I hold dual board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from University of Washington with a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a post-graduate psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certification from University of New Hampshire. I specialize in providing psychiatric healthcare, medication management and psychoeducation as well as connecting clients to resources available in their communities to support their journey towards healing and optimal wellness.
I am currently accepting new clients.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck - often carrying the burden of unprocessed trauma, burnout, or persistent self-doubt. They may struggle with ADHD, body image concerns, or a harsh inner critic that keeps them from fully engaging in life. Deep down, they want to feel more grounded, more themselves. They're seeking not just symptom relief, but true connection, clarity, and sustainable healing. They're ready to understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and reclaim their sense of agency.
I am currently accepting new clients.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck - often carrying the burden of unprocessed trauma, burnout, or persistent self-doubt. They may struggle with ADHD, body image concerns, or a harsh inner critic that keeps them from fully engaging in life. Deep down, they want to feel more grounded, more themselves. They're seeking not just symptom relief, but true connection, clarity, and sustainable healing. They're ready to understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and reclaim their sense of agency.
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