About Us
About Dr. Johanna Gaskins
DNP, APRN, AGNP-C
Founder, Seek Wellbeing® Wellness & Medical Housecalls
I am a board-certified adult-gerontology nurse practitioner, author, and founder of Seek Wellbeing® Wellness & Medical Housecalls. With nearly 30 years of nursing experience across hospital, community, and home settings, I have built my practice around a simple belief: people deserve care that sees the whole person, not only the diagnosis.
A Whole-Person Approach to Care
My approach brings together primary care, integrative nursing, and whole-health restorative care. I seek to understand what is contributing to a person’s symptoms while also exploring the conditions that support healing: nourishment, movement, restorative sleep, emotional wellbeing, meaningful relationships, a supportive environment, and a sense of purpose. Medicine has an important place, but managing illness is only part of helping someone live well.
Through Medical Housecalls, I support adults and older adults living with chronic conditions, navigating changes in health, and returning home after hospital or rehabilitation stays. My care combines deep listening with clinical assessment, appropriate screening and diagnostic testing, medication management, and collaboration with families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals. Together, we develop a plan that reflects the patient’s priorities, daily circumstances, and available support.
I view patients as partners in their care. Rather than beginning and ending with “What is wrong?” I also ask, “What matters to you? What is making life harder? What would help you feel more supported?” These conversations help us identify practical opportunities to address illness, strengthen everyday wellbeing, and preserve independence and connection.
Education and Preparation
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dillard University in New Orleans, my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a focus in Integrative Health and Healing from the University of Minnesota School of Nursing, and my post-master’s adult-gerontology nurse practitioner certificate from Drexel University.
My additional preparation includes clinical aromatherapy, acupressure, healing imagery, breathwork, and Reiki. When considering complementary and nonmedication approaches, I attend to the available evidence, safety, each person’s health needs, and their preferences. These approaches are considered thoughtfully within an individualized plan, not as a one-size-fits-all solution.
Beyond the Clinical Visit
My work also extends into writing, education, and the broader Seek Wellbeing® Universe, connecting whole-person care with opportunities for reflection, restoration, and learning. I am the author of Return to Yourself and a chapter coauthor for the third edition of Integrative Nursing. Through this work, I support individuals, caregivers, nurses, and communities in making wellbeing part of everyday life, not something postponed until everything else is finished.
At the heart of my philosophy is the understanding that wellbeing is capacity: the capacity to participate in life, connect with others, make meaningful choices, and pursue what matters, even while living with illness or change. My role is to help people recognize, restore, and sustain that capacity.
“Wellbeing is possible for all who seek it.”
Our Virginia Team
Bessie Raines
MSN, ACNP-BC
I am an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who resides in Winchester, Virginia. She has been in the medical field for over 25 years and the past 6 years as a nurse practitioner. I am licensed and board-certified as a nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. I earned the Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2019. I have worked at the local hospital and surrounding areas with expertise in treating lung, kidney, heart disease, stroke prevention and care, among other conditions. I enjoy working with patients and families for the best care and prevention plan. I joined Seek Wellbeing in 2024 and enjoy the beach and time with family and friends.
Elizabeth Roth, MS, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Elizabeth Roth is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience. Born and raised in Northern Virginia, Elizabeth is proud to serve her community. Elizabeth joined Seek Wellbeing in July 2025. She believes in treating the whole person, building meaningful relationships with her patients and families and providing compassionate, individualized care that supports long-term health and wellbeing. She enjoys spending time with her family.
Jaclyn “Nurse Jackie”
Lead Clinical Practice Manager
I have been in the nursing field for over 20 years and have mostly dedicated that time to geriatrics. I have a passion for helping people in the later stages of their life to encourage aging with dignity, while maintaining as much independence as possible. I believe the patient is the most important part of my job and love to meet new people. I enjoy nature, hiking, cooking new dishes, my furies, eating and time with friends and family.
Samantha, Nurse
Practice Manager
I have 18 years of nursing and leadership experience. During this time, I have had the pleasure of serving the geriatric population. Expanding my integrative nursing knowledge and understanding of countless conditions many individuals experience as they age has positioned me to be more effective in my role. I have enjoyed supporting families, caregivers and colleagues through lifelong training and educational opportunities which I pass on to enhance my patient’s care experience. I am the mother to 3 children, and 2 dogs.
Abigail “Abi”
RN, CCM Coordinator, Health & Wellness Coach
I am a registered nurse, personal trainer, and certified health and wellness coach who is passionate about well-being. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Galen College of Nursing in Louisville, Kentucky. Because I understand the importance of nutrition, I am also pursuing education to become a nutrition coach. I strive to see each patient as a whole person – mind, body, and spirit. My approach is rooted in empathy, education, and empowerment, meeting people exactly where they are on their journey to better health.
In my spare time, I enjoy time with my family, the outdoors, and staying active through weightlifting and running. I find this to be the best medicine!
Jewel
Office Associate/Intake Specialist
As the receptionist here, I bring 35 years of experience in healthcare, including roles as a CNA, home health aid, emergency room technician, and care coordinator with workers comp. As an ancillary member, my role is to ensure your introduction is kind, caring and easy as possible.
I truly enjoy working in a space that serves a community to be cherished. Wellness is a practice that is both new and old and I am happy to see it emerging with fresh ideas. I alsolove spending time with family and friends, and I believe a little shopping is good for the soul.
Dana
Nurse and Care Coach
I have been a nurse for 23 years, many of those years in geriatrics. I love to see people smile and thrive, I love to learn, and take great pride in providing exceptional care. I work for Seek Wellbeing Housecalls and our sister personal care service called My Best Me Care Partners which provides activity of daily living support needed to maintain independence and a sense of control while living independently. In my personal time, I love to spend time with my family and dogs.
Rava A.
Clinical Support Specialist
Our Maryland Team
Lori Brown, MS, RN
Clinical Lead
Lori recently joined Seek Wellbeing Wellness and Medical Housecalls of Maryland as our Clinical Leader. She has experience in executive leadership and business. She enjoys spending time with her family and her horses.
Dr. Siobhan Kirksey, DNP, MSN, RN, AHN-BC
Practice Lead
Dr. Kirksey recently joined Seek Wellbeing Wellness and Medical Housecalls of Maryland as our Practice Leader. She comes with extensive experience leading enterprise clinical operations, multidisciplinary teams, population health initiatives, and strategic partnerships that improve access, quality, patient experience, and clinical outcomes. She enjoys her work and time with her family.