Meet Tenia, APRN, PMHNP-BC

A board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and co-founder of Origin Mental Wellness, Tenia believes that true healing begins when we explore the deeper roots of mental health.

Guided by her belief that “food is medicine,” Tenia looks at wellness through a holistic lens, focusing on nutrition, lifestyle, and the underlying causes of mental health challenges. She believes that optimal health emerges when we treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and she’s dedicated to helping you uncover and address the true origins of your struggles.

With dual degrees in Nursing and Psychology and a Master’s specializing in Psychiatry, Tenia brings a wealth of academic and practical expertise to her practice.

Currently pursuing certification in integrative and functional nutrition, she blends her mental health knowledge with a deep commitment to nutritional wellness, helping you connect your dietary choices to your emotional health. Tenia’s proficiency in Spanish allows her to bridge communication gaps and make her care accessible to a wider community.

In both her professional and personal life, Tenia holds a passion for food, wellness, and community. You’ll often find her cooking and sharing meals with friends and family, a practice that embodies her belief in the power of nourishment and connection. She bridges her mental health knowledge with ancestral food traditions, inviting you to reconnect with your body’s needs in a way that feels both nurturing and empowering.

At Origin Mental Wellness, Tenia will inspire you to embrace your journey toward optimal health.

With a focus on nutrition and integrative psychiatry, she’ll partner with you to uncover the roots of your challenges. Here, you’ll find a compassionate, thoughtful space where she’ll listen to your story and guide you toward a path of balanced, intentional living.