Jennifer Taylor is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She started her nursing career in home hospice and palliative care where she helped people battling with serious and chronic illnesses. Jen is passionate about helping people find their best quality of life. Jen went on to receive a Master's in Nursing from Duke University. She has worked in many diverse areas including neurology, internal medicine, cardiology, hospice and palliative care. Her experiences powered Jen to work in mental health care because she saw the negative effects on someone’s overall health and wellbeing when they have limited options for quality mental health care. She wants to be a part of a positive change by increasing access to mental health care. In her free time, you can find Jen hiking, kayaking, or spending time with her farm animals including mini-horses, mini-donkeys, and a pot-bellied pig who loves belly rubs.
Don't count the days, make the days count. -Muhammad Ali
If you are in emotional distress, here are some resources for immediate help: