About Us

Catherine (Kat) Freitas, RN

I provide front office support to our clients including answering phone calls, messages, emails, scheduling requests, etc.

I began my career as a registered nurse working predominantly with mental health in the elderly community. After being fortunate enough to stay home to raise my daughter for 5 years, the traditional role as an RN did not call to me any longer.
While I greatly enjoy the clinical knowledge of medicine, I have found the demands of a career as an RN in the traditional sense to no longer fit my lifestyle. Here at Safe Harbor, I have found a place to utilize my medical knowledge, organizational skills, and compassion while still being able to meet the needs of my daughter.

Support Staff

Office Manager

Tammy Dupras

I provide front office support to our clients including answering phone calls, messages, emails, scheduling requests, etc.

I have always enjoyed working with people and have done so in many different areas of customer service. I have experience supporting patients’ needs in different areas of healthcare including pediatric primary care and urgent care. My goal is to make the patient’s experience as seamless as possible.

Office Assistant

Gabriela Bettencourt

I provide front office support to our clients, mainly focusing on assisting with referrals for services needed for our women’s health/primary care patients.

I really enjoy working with people, and have worked in healthcare for the past 14 years in different areas/specialties. Assisting with referrals is a passion of mine to ensure patients get what they need, whatever it takes.

At this time Anne-Margaret Botelho (Annie) PMHNP-BC is not currently on taking any new patients so that she can focus on her current caseload and supporting her team of providers. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides a full range of psychiatric services including psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication review and management, and supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in women’s mental health issues and I am perinatal mental health trained through Postpartum Support International.

I encourage the active collaboration and shared decision-making between patients, families and outside providers to customize a comprehensive patient-centered care plan that’s aligned to your goals. Your personal and family values are always respected and valued in regard to your treatment and are the driving force behind your care. I promote health and wellness through a holistic nursing approach that aids in preventing the progression of disease through patient education. I utilize psychotherapy modalities that are rooted in principles of authenticity and acceptance.

I look forward to meeting you!

Anne-Margaret (Annie) Botelho, RN, MSN, PMHNP-BC (Founder)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners

Jessica Mitchell, MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, PMHS

I am a dual certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Practice. I am a certified pediatric mental health specialist who has enjoyed working with children/adolescents and their families for more than 10 years.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents and their families to identify challenging areas of their life and provide assistance in improving the quality of their day to day life and relationships. This process will look different for each child, and we will work together to achieve mutual goals.

I look forward to meeting and working with your family!

Kerri Sullivan, DNP, PMHNP-BC

I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with clinical training in managing psychiatric illness across the lifespan, including substance-abuse, eating-disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, ADHD, PTSD and schizophrenia.

Over the course of the last two decades, I have had the opportunity to work collaboratively with many vulnerable populations with health disparities in the emergency setting. I completed my doctorate of nursing at the University of Massachusetts specializing in psychiatric mental health nursing and my doctoral research centered around improving communication among healthcare workers. I have a passion for perinatal psychiatry and supporting women/mothers.  I believe in creating an individualized plan of care that values client involvement, inter-professional collaboration and evidenced-based practice. My goal for my clients is to feel empowered through supportive education in a stigma free environment. 

I look forward to meeting you! 

Jennifer Sammarco, PMHNP-BC, LMHC

I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience helping others. I provide psychopharmacological medication management in combination with proven therapy modalities for those that wish to include them.

I am currently treating adults 18 and older struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Insomnia, and other mental health concerns.  I enjoy providing care with a holistic approach in mind, incorporating lifestyle adjustments, therapy, and natural approaches to treatment in order to help you become the best version of yourself.  I always strive to provide a safe, caring, and nonjudgmental environment.  Together, we will create a treatment plan that is most appropriate for you, as every individual has their own needs and wants.  With me, you do not have to suffer alone.  I look forward to meeting you! 

I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a license to practice in Massachusetts. I have been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years with significant experience treating patients in the acute setting as well as in the community. My passion for mental health was ignited working in the community, as this was the position that allowed me to see the positive impacts of high-quality care and the resulting quality of life improvements of my patients.

My typical approach to treatment is to use medication management combined with a holistic perspective to create a multi-faceted, patient driven treatment plan. I believe collaboration with the patient’s other providers is very important as this allows for a customized treatment plan. I believe in ongoing monitoring, evaluating treatment response, and adjusting medications, as one size does not fit all. I treat all types of mental health conditions ranging from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD and more.

My goal is to find relief from your symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. Making the decision to reach out can be difficult, but please do not suffer in silence. Together we can work towards finding effective strategies to manage symptoms and improve the overall quality of life. 

 

Adam Ouderkirk, RN, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Katie Brown, RN, MSN, PMHNP-BC

I am a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who began my nursing career in 2007. I have experience in psychiatry, substance abuse, and addiction treatment along with medical-surgical nursing and end-of-life care.

My clinical practice includes comprehensive assessments, evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. In my sessions, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment with a holistic approach to treatment. Treatment plans are made in collaboration with the client and focus on overall wellness and symptom management.

I believe in compassionate, patient-centered care while encouraging my clients to become aware of their inner strength and emotional resilience. I guide my clients to meet their goals by utilizing evidence-based psychiatric treatment in conjunction with complementary and alternative medicine.

Individual Therapists

Rebecca Woodacre, LMHC

I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the past 17 years. I have worked in many areas of mental health such as the Crisis Center, in-home behavioral care, an elementary school adjustment counselor, a college counseling center, and private practice.

I have worked with all ages, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I love getting to know my clients and helping them achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered, allowing the client to take the lead and I will continue to meet them where they are. I am looking forward to working with you!

Vanessa Eagan, M.Ed.

I am a compassionate and dedicated counselor with extensive experience providing therapy across a variety of settings. Over the course of my career, I have worked in outpatient clinics, home-based therapy, and school environments, offering support to individuals and families facing a range of mental health challenges.

I hold a Master of Clinical Psychology degree from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, which provided a strong foundation for my clinical expertise, and am a Pre-Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have had the privilege of working with a diverse population, including individuals from a wide range of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am skilled in working with individuals of all ages, from preschool-aged children to adults in mid-life, however, I am currently  focused on working with clients aged 18 and older. I specialize in helping clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions, tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. 

I take a client-centered approach in my practice, building trust and creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. I integrate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and mindfulness practices. By incorporating mindfulness, I help clients develop greater self-awareness, manage difficult emotions, and improve focus and relaxation.

My goal is to help clients develop healthier coping strategies, improve interpersonal relationships, and achieve personal growth. I am passionate about fostering emotional well-being and resilience and am committed to helping individuals lead more fulfilling and balanced lives.

Leah Church, M.Ed.

Nicholas Ferreira, ANP-BC

Amy Vieira, FNP-BC

I am prepared with a Masters of Education in Counseling and Human Development, and a pre-licensed Mental Health Counselor. I enjoy getting to know a person, and how they experience the world. I utilize a strengths-based approach and implement a variety of treatment strategies including Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychotherapy. By supporting each client, we will increase your happiness and overcome struggles. My goal is to work with the client to identify the appropriate treatment to best meet their needs and identify techniques to improve their daily lives.

My experience extends to all age groups in a variety of settings. These include in-home therapy with children and families, addiction and substance use disorders, assessing and treating adolescents, as well as working with youth interacting with the legal system. I enjoy assisting clients with managing emotions, anxiety, impulsivity, depression, parenting struggles, achieving goals, and moving through a variety of life challenges. I also have a strong interest in specializing in the treatment of children by incorporating Adlerian Play Therapy. I am happy to see clients in person or by telehealth to best meet their needs.

Medical Weight Loss and Weight Management Providers

I am a board certified Adult Health Nurse Practitioner. I have 10 years of experience working with adults as a nurse practitioner and 14 years total experience as a nurse.

I have been working specifically in medical weight loss and weight management for the past 3 years, and find this work very rewarding. I am active in the Obesity Medicine Association. I have enjoyed taking a direct role educating, encouraging and guiding patients to reach weight loss goals and ultimately change their lives for the better. I am also fluent in Portuguese.

Women’s Health/Primary Care

I come to Safe Harbor Wellness & Psychiatric Services with 16 years of combined nursing experience. Since graduating, I have had a special interest in women’s health and obtained additional training in gynecology, sexual/reproductive health and primary care for women. I have a passion for helping women across the lifespan achieve optimal health and wellness.

Using shared decision making, I will meet women where they are at in their health journey, providing guidance and education to allow women to feel empowered in all decisions related to their mind, body and soul. I will provide primary care services to women 18 and older. I have a special interest in treating gynecological conditions, reproductive/birth control counseling, screening and treatment of sexually transmitted infections. I will also offer gender affirming therapy. I will give my patients adequate time during their visit to discuss any concerns they may have, and not rush them out the door. To achieve optimal health and wellness it is necessary patients are the primary driver of these decisions.