Meet Alana, Your Dedicated PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerUpon graduating from the University of Kansas and Wichita State University with a Master’s in Nursing in December 1992, Alana embarked on a fulfilling journey dedicated to mental health care. Joining the outpatient mental health team at the esteemed George Whalen Veteran’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, she provided medication management and various individual and group psychotherapies for 26 years.
In May 2006, earning her Doctorate from the College of Nursing at the University of Utah marked a significant milestone that deepened her commitment to serving others. She is dedicated to offering heartfelt medication management to those facing the challenges of depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, sleep problems, detox, substance dependency, and serious and persistent mental illness. Alana wholeheartedly acknowledges the invaluable role of a patient's support system. Collaborating with family and significant individuals in your life is not only welcomed but encouraged. Together, you can foster a nurturing environment that fosters healing and personal growth. Let’s embark on this journey towards improved mental health and well-being, hand in hand, with sincerity and compassion guiding the way. |
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Alana's Core Beliefs Respect for Individual Autonomy: Alana deeply respects each person's right to set their own goals for symptom management. Empowerment Through Education: She believes that educating patients is key to helping them make informed decisions about their treatment. Collaboration with Support Systems: Alana acknowledges the invaluable role of a patient's support system and encourages collaboration with family and significant individuals in the patient's life. Compassionate and Sincere Care: She is dedicated to offering heartfelt and compassionate care, guiding patients towards improved mental health and well-being with sincerity. |