Antoinette works with the Neuro Medical Group to support adults and young people diagnosed with ADHD by initiating and optimising medication treatment. Her role includes ongoing monitoring and follow-up throughout the titration process, working collaboratively with individuals and their families to ensure safe and effective treatment before transition into shared care arrangements with General Practitioners.
Antoinette developed a specialist interest in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), with a particular focus on neurodevelopmental conditions including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). She has since expanded her expertise into adult neurodiversity, supporting individuals across the lifespan with assessment, treatment, and ongoing management.
With over 26 years of experience in mental health nursing, qualifying in 2000, Antoinette is an experienced Mental Health Nurse and Advanced Nurse Practitioner with a diverse clinical background spanning child, adolescent, and adult mental health services. Her career has encompassed a broad range of settings, including inpatient units, community services, forensic mental health, prison services, and substance misuse treatment
Her clinical interests include supporting individuals who self-harm and their families, anxiety management, social skills development, and the assessment and management of sleep difficulties. She is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care that empowers individuals to better understand and manage their mental health and wellbeing.
Qualifying as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Non-Medical Prescriber in 2007, Antoinette has developed extensive prescribing experience across multiple specialist services, particularly within neurodevelopmental care. She values the autonomy of advanced practice and works collaboratively with individuals to identify their needs, implement effective interventions, and reduce the likelihood of crisis escalation.
