Comprehensive Care by a United Team
The key to your medical and mental health lies in collaboration. We work with you, your family, and our colleagues to create better outcomes.
Emily Charlton, FNP-C & PMHNP
Family Nurse Practitioner & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Emily Charlton is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who recently returned to graduate school to further her education as a dually certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has studied at Gonzaga University and Liberty University. Her experience as a nurse extends back to 15 years ago when she started her career as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care. Previous nursing experience includes geriatric care, home healthcare, medical surgical nursing, and outpatient chronic pain management. Her advanced practice nursing experience includes primary care, family medicine, and urgent care.
She is an empathetic nurse practitioner who is focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and the healthcare team. Emily is a calm and understanding professional who strives to treat both body and mind to provide care that is holistic and individualized. She cares for patients across the lifespan with various acute and chronic conditions.
Emily is a Portland Native and enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and running. She is also a crafter, baker, lover of animals, and a strong supporter of the Portland Timbers. She enjoys spending time with her dog, Coraline, at the park and spending time with her sisters and two young nephews.
Madeleine Sanford, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Madeleine Sanford is board certified as both a family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (FNP-C, PMHNP-BC). After extensive experience in family medicine in multiple settings including outpatient, school-based health, education, and urgent care, she obtained an additional degree to become a PMHNP and focus on her passion for mental health.
Her style is individualized to the person, evidence based, trauma informed, and holistic. She sees patients across their lifespan, including children and adolescents. Additionally, she has completed training for medication-assisted therapy for opioid use disorders (MAT).
Patrick Testa, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Patrick Testa is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed to diagnose and treat mental health conditions. He has experience helping patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, and other psychiatric issues. He went into the psychiatric field to support patients in their recovery and help break the stigma of mental illness.
In his practice, Patrick uses psychiatric medication and complementary approaches such as lifestyle changes, nutrition, and mindfulness. His philosophy is to treat the whole person and prescribe medication thoughtfully, considering best practices along with patient preferences. He enjoys working together with clients to develop a plan of care that is tailored to their goals, unique strengths, and life experiences.
Patrick graduated with his Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health at the Ohio State University. He also holds a Master’s from the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Patrick completed his clinical training across inpatient, residential, and outpatient mental health settings. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, hiking, reading, and spending time with his wife, friends and family, and dog.
David Ramsay, LPC
Therapist
David Ramsay is a Professional Counselor Associate at Well Life Medicine, having graduated with honors from Washington State University for Psychology and with honors from Lewis & Clark College with a Masters in Counseling. His approach to therapy is to first respect and honor that each person is truly unique, with their own story, identity, values, and perspectives; lives are more than a label or diagnosis, they are complicated, each with various strengths and challenges, resources and obstacles.
David is committed to truly hearing and understanding the client and the issues of their life. He aims to offer support, guidance, and judgment-free space to explore clients’ concerns and challenges while furthering their own self-understanding and ability to self-advocate, building and capitalizing on strengths, while collaboratively addressing the problematic areas upon which a client wishes to improve or heal.
David prioritizes the client’s autonomy with the aim of enabling a client to become attuned to their development, well-being, and an open-ended exploration of possible life options and choices. David maintains an eclectic theoretical orientation with clients, often utilizing various cognitive behavioral approaches that are informed by mindfulness. David abides by the Code of Ethics of the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists and those of the American Counseling Association.
David is a devoted husband and father and has loved all the opportunities for camping, hiking, and mountain biking in the Pacific Northwest.
Kerstin Sandoz, PCA
Professional Counseling Associate
Kerstin Sandoz is a Professional Counselor Associate at Well Life Medicine. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Portland State University and a School Counseling degree from George Fox University. With a background spanning school counseling and social work, Kerstin brings over a decade of experience supporting individuals as they navigate challenges, pursue growth, and return to a sense of direction.
Kerstin offers a compassionate, grounding space where clients can process heavy emotions, gain clarity, and reconnect with their inner strengths. Her therapeutic style weaves together Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, and Gestalt approaches, enriched by psychoeducation. In her work she is guided by curiosity, creativity, and an appreciation for the healing power of nature, beauty, and art. With warmth and steady presence, she helps clients clarify goals, ease friction in their lives and relationships, and move toward meaningful change.
Kerstin adheres to the Code of Ethics of the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists and the American Counseling Association. Outside of her work, she is a devoted wife and mother who cherishes time with her family. She also finds joy in reading, hiking, cooking, and running.
Dale LaChance, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dale LaChance is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). He has worked in numerous hospital and outpatient settings and spent 10 years overseeing the daily operations of the psychiatry, medical, and dental services at a state juvenile correctional facility.
He believes in evidence-based practice and a holistic approach to mental health, and has a comprehensive background working in private, rural community outpatient mental health clinics, and foster care agencies providing medication management and mental health care to children, adolescents and adults.
He specializes in treating ADHD, ODD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Dale graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Kent State University and completed his Master of Science degree for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Walden University.
Emani Cheng, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Emani Cheng is a culturally sensitive psychiatric nurse practitioner with a passion for providing quality mental health care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. With six years of experience in the psychiatric field, Emani has developed unique skills and expertise that allow her to offer comprehensive and compassionate care to her members.
After completing her undergraduate degree in nursing, Emani went on to obtain a Master’s and Doctorate in nursing practice, specializing in psychiatric mental health. She has since worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community health clinics, and private practices, where she has provided care to members with a wide range of mental health conditions. Specializations Include: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Mood Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, and Crisis Intervention
Jose Arredondo Araujo, CSWA
Joining Well Life Medicine in October 2026
Social Work Associate
Jose Arredondo Araujo, CSWA is compassionate and has great empathy for others. He earned a Masters Degree from Portland State University in the Field of Social work specialized in Mental Health. He has been dedicated to working with children and families since 2013. Navigating the complexities of depression, anxiety, and trauma can be a challenging journey, and he’s here to offer support tailored to your unique needs. In session, he will collaborate with you to understand the root causes of your stress. He utilizes a wide range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing (MI), Play therapy, Family systems, Collaborative Problem Solving, tailoring every session to your unique pace and goals. His therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and entirely non-judgmental.
Lindsay Barclay, PCA
Joining Well Life Medicine in October 2026
Professional Counseling Associate
Lindsay Barclay, PCA is a Professional Counselor Associate at Well Life Medicine. She holds a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Prescott College. Lindsay is passionate about helping adults navigate trauma, chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, and life transitions. She believes that healing comes through self-awareness, self-compassion, and learning to respond to life’s challenges in ways that align with one’s values rather than fear. Lindsay provides a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients can slow down, explore their experiences with curiosity, and build lasting resilience. Her therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness-based practices. She works from a trauma-informed, whole-person perspective, helping clients better understand their nervous system, develop practical coping strategies, and move toward a life that feels aligned with their values, purpose, and authentic selves. Lindsay adheres to the Code of Ethics of the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists and the American Counseling Association. Outside of her clinical work, Lindsay is a mother who enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the beauty of Southern Oregon, traveling, connecting with friends, and finding joy and renewal in nature.
“Such a good experience! Very attentive, and it felt personal, not like I was just another patient.”
Clinic Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
or by appointment
West Salem Clinic
1174 Cornucopia St. NW
Suite 240
Salem, OR 97304
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South Salem Clinic
1610 12th St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
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Hillsboro Clinic
256 SE 2nd Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97123
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Woodburn Clinic
Opening October 2026
693 Ray J. Glatt Circle
Suite 200
Woodburn, OR 97071
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All three of our clinic locations are designated as Tier 5 Patient Centered Primary Care Homes (PCPCH) through the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Our Hillsboro location has also been awarded the PCPCH Health Equity Designation. Read more about what this means here.