Meet Our Providers

Kionglee (Lee) Jung is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized mental health care. She believes that a strong and trusting patient-provider relationship is an important foundation for meaningful and lasting progress.

Her diverse educational and professional background includes biology, molecular biology, nursing, and clinical research. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Arizona State University. Her experience also includes more than a decade of nursing in hospital and clinical research settings.

Her clinical interests include ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders. Her approach combines medication management and supportive psychotherapy, with treatment tailored to each patient’s individual needs and goals.

At the heart of her practice is creating a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, understood, and comfortable taking an active role in their care. She has called Arizona home with her family for more than a decade and is proud to serve the community she calls home.

Jill Abernathy is a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from Walden University with her Master's of Advanced Nursing Practice and is board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Jill works with children, adolescents, and adult patients and has extensive experience supporting younger patients in the mental health field. While Jill's mental health expertise allows her to treat symptoms during visits, her true passion lies in uncovering root issues. By addressing deeper causes of mental health issues, clients can more fully embrace their authentic selves.

Over the years, Jill has gained experience working in diverse settings, including: inpatient psychiatric hospitals, intensive outpatient substance abuse programs, assertive community treatment (ACT), and crisis intervention. Jill has dedicated her career to helping people see their potential by encouraging positive change in her patients. Through therapeutic practice that combines medication management with alternative modalities such as yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness, Jill believes clients have better outcomes. She focuses on treating patients holistically by creating an environment that reduces stigma and allows patients to tailor their goals through individualized treatment plans.

In addition to her professional experience, in her personal life, Jill enjoys learning and utilizing alternative therapies including practicing yoga regularly to stay grounded. She loves adventure travel, scuba diving, being in nature, and spending time with her family. She truly has a passion for helping others to become their best selves.

Mark McCoy, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of healthcare experience. Mark completed a Bachelor of Science from the University of Utah in 2002 and a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama in 2016. After years of work with cardiac and intensive care patients, Mark transitioned to psychiatric nursing. His experience caring for patients with complex medical and psychiatric needs helped shape his transition into psychiatric nursing.

Mark provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care and medication management for adults (18+) using a patient-centered, non-judgmental approach. He combines pharmacologic expertise with brief psychotherapy (including CBT, family systems therapy, and more) to help patients reach their mental health goals. Mark strives to create a supportive and empathetic environment where patients can heal and grow. He focuses on clear communication, respect, and evidence-based strategies to promote lasting wellness.

Mark has extensive experience treating various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD, with a particular expertise in adult ADHD. He focuses on the unique psychological, social, and cultural factors affecting men, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals from diverse backgrounds, providing care that is inclusive, informed, and personalized. He prioritizes individualized treatment, education, and collaborative decision-making to provide care aligned with each person’s concerns. Mark offers telehealth appointments and is welcoming new patients.

Taralyn “Tara” Adakai is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults (ages 6 and up). She offers both In-Person & Telehealth appointments.

Tara earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Regis College and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northern Arizona University. She brings over 10 years of experience in behavioral health and integrated care. She began her career in healthcare as an EMT and Licensed Practical Nurse, later advancing to a Registered Nurse, where she expanded her experience in behavioral health and patient-centered care while building a strong clinical foundation across diverse settings. Her background includes extensive experience in residential treatment and addiction medicine, including care for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Tara has always been passionate about helping others and promoting mental health and well-being. This passion continued to grow throughout her nursing career and ultimately led her to pursue advanced practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

In her outpatient practice, Tara provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and incorporates brief, supportive psychotherapy into visits. She takes a personalized, patient-centered approach, working closely with each individual to develop treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, goals, and life circumstances.

Tara is committed to delivering culturally responsive, trauma-informed care and values building strong therapeutic relationships. She strives to create a supportive, collaborative environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.

Tatianna Alvarado, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who brings a broad nursing background and a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to care. She takes time to understand each person’s experiences, concerns, and goals, developing treatment plans that fit their needs and everyday life.

Tatianna earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with a minor in Family and Human Development, from Arizona State University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. She is board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

A registered nurse since 2018, Tatianna has worked across inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, crisis care, addiction treatment, and residential and intensive outpatient settings. Her clinical experience includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, medication-assisted treatment, and care for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. Her background also includes ketamine infusion nursing and outpatient psychiatric care integrating SPRAVATO® and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).

Tatianna practices from a trauma-informed perspective and uses motivational interviewing to help patients explore their priorities and take an active role in treatment. Her “pills and skills” philosophy pairs thoughtful medication management with practical coping strategies, education, and support for meaningful change. She values honest conversations, shared decisions, and care that recognizes the person beyond their symptoms.