With a Master’s degree from Vanderbilt University earned in 2021, and over a decade of nursing experience since becoming an RN in 2009, Alexis has dedicated her career to improving mental health care. Inspired by witnessing gaps in psychiatric care in various communities she has lived in, Alexis chose to specialize in psychiatry to make a meaningful impact. Treating patients across the lifespan, she believes in addressing the root cause of issues and strives to strike a harmonious balance between the miracles of modern medicine and holistic approaches to wellness.
Born in the Pacific Northwest, Alexis has deep roots in the region. Her grandparents moved to Richland in 1944 to work at Hanford, contributing to the foundation of the community. Today, Alexis feels honored to give back to the very community that played such a pivotal role in her family’s history.
Alexis’s compassionate and comprehensive approach embodies her commitment to fostering health, resilience, and hope for every patient she serves.
With over 25 years in the medical field and 14 years in nursing, Teresa brings unparalleled expertise, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in patient care and safety. She is a graduate of Washington State University (BSN), Gonzaga University (MSN), and back to Washington State University for her Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP). Teresa’s career has spanned bedside nursing in labor and delivery, nursing education, and patient safety. She earned national recognition as a Certified Patient Safety Specialist, leveraging skills in root cause analysis and Lean Six Sigma to delve into the “why” behind adverse events and helped to foster emotional resilience among diverse healthcare professionals.
She holds special interests in supporting military veterans, their families, and children, reflecting a deeply compassionate approach to care.
Outside of healthcare, Teresa is a celebrated Scottish Highland dancer with over 30 years of experience as both a champion dancer and instructor in the Pacific Northwest. Guiding students age 4 to adult, she’s mastered the art of teaching diverse learning styles and helping others achieve their goals. As a devoted community volunteer, she serves as a certified USATF official for local track and field meets and the youth summer track team in Tri-Cities.
Originally hailing from Federal Way, Washington, Teresa relocated to the Tri-Cities in 2000 with her spouse to raise a blended family of eight children and seven grandchildren.