Child Psychiatrist

Dr. Tiu is a dedicated child psychiatrist with extensive experience in providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to children and adolescents in community settings. With a focus on addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, Dr. Tiu works collaboratively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams to create individualized treatment plans aimed at fostering positive mental health and emotional well-being.

Dr. Tiu specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, and developmental disabilities, employing a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and medication management when appropriate.

Deeply committed to community-based care, Dr. Tiu advocates for early intervention and prevention, understanding that a holistic, culturally sensitive approach is vital in helping children navigate complex mental health challenges. With a warm and empathetic demeanor, Dr. Tiu strives to empower children and their families to develop the coping skills and resilience needed to thrive in their everyday lives.

 

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

CRNP Emily Nyamoko holds a dual board certification in Psychiatric Mental Health and family Nurse Practitioner. She received her PMHNP certification from Wilkes University and masters of science in advanced nurse practice from Wilmington University. She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services across the lifespan. She possesses strong clinical skills, follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation and intuition. Outside of her clinical practice, she is an active member of the community and volunteers at local health fairs to support underserved communities.

 

Psychiatrist

I attended medical school in Santiago de Cuba. I began my studies at the ISCM in my city in 1984 and graduated in 1990. Immediately after graduation, I started my residency training in Urology, which I completed in 1993.

In August 1994, I left my country and went to Guantanamo Bay as a refugee, where I spent 8 months in both Guantanamo and a safe haven in Panama.

In May 1995, I arrived in the USA and moved to Philadelphia. During this time, I started learning English while also preparing to take the medical board exams, all while working as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor in both outpatient and residential settings. By 1998, I began applying for residency programs.

In 1999, I was accepted into a psychiatry residency program at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the Bronx, which is affiliated with Cornell University. I started there in July 2000.

After two years in this program, I transferred to St. Luke’s Roosevelt in Manhattan, affiliated with Columbia University.

It was at St. Luke’s Roosevelt that I discovered my passion for geropsychiatry, and I pursued an elective rotation in that area for six months. After completing my residency, I moved back to Philadelphia, where my family lives, and began working at Girard Medical Center in a combined role that included outpatient psychiatry and both residential and outpatient methadone maintenance.

I continued working there while also taking on part-time positions at Comhar and Pan American Mental Health Outpatient. In 2007, I started working at HCCS, and in 2009, I began at APM. Since then, I have been focusing on outpatient psychiatry.

In my personal life, I enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. I love learning languages, going to the beach, and being outdoors in general. I also have a passion for animals and gardening. I consider myself a loyal friend and have a strong ability to empathize with others.

 

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

CRNP Jessica Vazquez is a proficient bilingual Nurse Practitioner who became part of the APM Behavioral Health team in 2021. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Temple University in 2019 and possesses over two decades of healthcare experience. With a certification in Primary Care and extensive involvement in Chronic Care Management and Psychiatry, she has consistently applied advanced clinical knowledge to effectively address complex health conditions. Her approach encompasses the seamless integration of physical and mental health, reflecting her dedicated commitment to holistic healthcare. In both primary and psychiatric care settings, she continues to make a substantial impact, demonstrating unwavering professionalism and expertise.

Certifications: ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner