Meet Our Team

Meet The Team

Synchronous Mental Health is a diverse team devoted to helping patients overcome mental health challenges through the convenience of telehealth. We work with people from all backgrounds who are managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, combining medication management with brief, supportive psychotherapy in a single virtual visit.

Dr. Samuel “Joe” Cross-Sarvis, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Owner/Founder Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Michael Grimes, MSN

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Jerome Allen-Aponte

Job Title: Patient Access & Care Coordinator

Lorey Cross

Clinical Care Coordinator

Riley Hanrahan, MS

Community Outreach & Referral Coordinator

How Our Team Works Together

Our providers lead your clinical care — from your initial psychiatric assessment through ongoing medication management — while our care coordination team makes sure scheduling, insurance questions, and day-to-day logistics stay simple. It’s a team-based approach designed so you always know who to reach out to and why.

Who will I see for my appointments?

Your ongoing care is led by one of our psychiatric nurse practitioners, who will get to know your history, symptoms, and treatment goals over time.

What is a PMHNP, and how is that different from a psychiatrist?

A Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice nurse with specialized graduate-level training in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment, including prescribing medication. Our providers are board-certified and work under the practice's medical director.

Does the same provider see me for every visit?

Yes — continuity of care is a priority, and you'll work with the same provider across your evaluation and follow-up visits whenever possible.

Is your team experienced with LGBTQIA+ patients?

Yes. Our team includes providers and staff who are committed to affirming, judgment-free care for patients of all backgrounds, identities, and orientations.

How do I contact the care team with a non-clinical question?

Our Patient Care Coordinator and Clinical Operations Coordinator are available to help with scheduling, insurance, and logistics — reach out through our contact page.

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