Meet the People Behind Your Care

Your voice matters. Earning your trust is where our work begins.

At Vertivea Health, we take time to understand your story, earn your confidence, and turn your concerns into a plan for care. Our team brings experience, compassion, and purpose to every interaction. From your first conversation through ongoing treatment, we explain your options clearly, respect your choices, and work alongside you toward goals that matter in your life.

Shappa Lorquet, PMHNP-BC, founder of Vertivea Health, seated in a burgundy dress in a professional healthcare office.
Shappa Lorquet, PMHNP-BC, founder of Vertivea Health, seated in a burgundy dress in a professional healthcare office.

Shappa Lorquet, PMHNP-BC
Founder & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
23+ Years of Nursing Experience | 15+ Years in Psychiatric Care

Shappa Lorquet, PMHNP-BC, is the founder of Vertivea Health and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 23 years of nursing experience, including more than 15 years specializing in psychiatric and behavioral healthcare. Her clinical background includes inpatient psychiatry, addiction recovery, crisis intervention, emergency nursing, and telepsychiatry.

Her extensive experience provides a comprehensive understanding of complex psychiatric conditions, co-occurring disorders, and the connection between physical and mental health. Through Vertivea Health, Shappa is committed to delivering accessible, evidence-based, and culturally responsive psychiatric care that promotes recovery, emotional stability, and improved quality of life.

Sylvio Louisius, Practice Administrator at Vertivea Health, seated in a professional office wearing a dark suit.
Sylvio Louisius, Practice Administrator at Vertivea Health, seated in a professional office wearing a dark suit.

Sylvio Louisius
Practice Administrator
15 Years of Healthcare Experience | Practice Operations & Patient Advocacy

Sylvio Louisius serves as Practice Administrator at Vertivea Health, bringing 15 years of healthcare experience in practice operations, organizational coordination, patient-centered service, and administrative leadership. His professional background supports efficient healthcare systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the delivery of accessible, high-quality patient care.

At Vertivea Health, Sylvio oversees daily operations, organizational development, and administrative efficiency while promoting professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence. His commitment to patient advocacy and compassionate service helps create a welcoming healthcare environment where individuals feel respected, supported, and valued throughout their care.

Joanne Charles, Executive Director of Vertivea Health, seated in a white pantsuit in a professional office.
Joanne Charles, Executive Director of Vertivea Health, seated in a white pantsuit in a professional office.

Joanne Charles
Executive Director
10+ Years of Healthcare Experience | Executive Leadership & Strategic Growth

Joanne Charles is a healthcare executive and entrepreneur with more than 10 years of experience in healthcare administration, strategic planning, organizational development, and operational leadership. As Executive Director of Vertivea Health, she provides strategic direction, organizational oversight, and leadership supporting the practice’s long-term vision and sustainable growth.

At Vertivea Health, Joanne strengthens organizational systems, advances strategic initiatives, and promotes collaborative leadership and operational excellence. Her commitment to innovation, accountability, and responsible decision-making supports the development of a trusted healthcare organization dedicated to delivering accessible, compassionate, and high-quality patient care.