Meet the Team
Tori Stooks, ACNP, PMHNP
Tori Stooks is a dual-board-certified Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of dedicated experience in the Valley. Throughout her career, Tori has provided comprehensive emergent and psychiatric care, establishing herself as a trusted and knowledgeable provider. Her areas of expertise include emergency medicine, general psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and women's mental health, where she delivers high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of her patients.
Tori is particularly passionate about advocating for her patients, ensuring that all individuals, including those within the LGBTQ+ community, receive respectful, inclusive, and affirming care. Her devotion to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental health disorders reflects her commitment to improving the lives of her patients. Tori believes in a holistic approach to mental health care, integrating evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of her patients' personal experiences and challenges.
Whether working with individuals in crisis or providing ongoing support for long-term mental health management, Tori approaches each patient with empathy, expertise, and a genuine commitment to their well-being.
Bridget Hungerford, PMHNP
Bridget Hungerford is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of experience in mental health. Before pursuing her Master's in Nursing, Bridget worked as a community mental health social worker and as a nurse in emergency medicine and psychiatry. Throughout her career, she has worked with individuals with ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, OCD, eating disorders, personality disorders, and substance use. Her experience includes crisis teams, residential substance use treatment, in-home therapy, crisis hotlines, and psychiatric hospitalization.
Transitioning to outpatient mental health has been a welcome change for Bridget, as she values patient autonomy and collaborative decision making. You deserve someone who will listen and create a game plan that works for you! Bridget also recognizes the importance of therapy and support, and networks with local therapists and clinics to connect patients with resources that complement medication management.
Bridget offers a variety of appointment times to fit busy schedules, including evenings and Saturdays.
On a personal note, Bridget enjoys spending time with her 7-year-old nephew, reading historical fiction, going on true crime and ghost tours, and getting crafty with ceramics, painting, and restoring old furniture.
Cristina, Office Manager
Cristina is the Office Manager at North Valley Psychiatry and an integral part of the practice’s daily operations. Her dedication, reliability, and healthcare experience keep the office running smoothly, supporting both our team and the patients we serve.
Cristina brings more than 10 years of healthcare experience, including several years as a Registered Medical Assistant with Valleywise Health. In this role, she cared for individuals and families throughout the community, including underserved and vulnerable populations. Her background in direct patient care gives her a valuable understanding of the challenges patients face navigating healthcare and continues to shape the compassion and patience she brings to her work.
As her career has evolved, Cristina has expanded her expertise into healthcare administration and practice operations. At North Valley Psychiatry, she supports patients, providers, and staff while managing the many details required to keep a growing psychiatric practice organized and effective.
Cristina is also continuing her education in provider credentialing and working toward becoming a Credentialing Specialist. Her commitment to learning, supporting her team, and improving the practice makes her an invaluable part of North Valley Psychiatry.