Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Through active listening and compassionate care, Topher is dedicated in delivering the highest standard of psychiatric care to his patients.
He worked in a clinical laboratory for three years prior to obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Arizona State University and a Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies from A.T. Still University. Topher was nominated for PA Student of the Year in Arizona due to his academic performance and dedication to the community with is involvement of PACH (a free health clinic).
Topher began his career practicing In-Patient Psychiatry at Quail Run Behavioral health where he quickly became good friends with his mentor and colleague Dr. Michael Vines. Topher provided psychiatric services to Canyon State Academy, a boys ranch for at risk youths, here in the Valley for over five years.
Topher enjoys spending time with his family and watching soccer. Go Manchester City!
Sarah Smith is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who graduated from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyoming in 2017 with a Doctorates of Nursing Practice. After graduating, Mrs. Smith spent two and a half years working in a community mental health clinic in Gillette, Wyoming.
Prior to becoming a provider, Mrs. Smith had been a registered nurse since 2010. She spent four years working as a Medical/Surgical nurse and three years working as a behavioral health nurse. This experience taught her how to be an active listener and patient advocate.
Mrs. Smith moved to Gillette, Wyoming in 2011 to be with her husband. She has found access to mental health and substance abuse treatment to be lacking in Wyoming. She continues to provide mental health treatment in Gillette, WY as she strives to improve access to those in need of care.
Our principal, DR. STEPHANIE FUMI HANCOCK is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health(PMHNP-BC) Dr. of Nurse Practice, TEDxTALK Speaker, 16x Bestselling Author, and an Award-winning Podcaster. She is known globally as Your Compassionate Trauma Care Maestro™ and Global VIsion Midwife™ who uses Rehabilitative Storytelling to move hurting people from Trauma to Recovery™. In addition, she is one of the first cohorts, the Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship. Dr. Hancock, DNP has been featured on various media outlets such as TV-CBS9, Radio- iHeartRadio.
She writes, "Our staff is patient, empowering, and dedicated to YOUR CARE. POB Psychiatry is a safe haven from Recovery and Wellness Flow™".
Originally from Jamaica, currently residing in west central Florida, I am a dual Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of experience in healthcare. This experience is inclusive of Emergency room, Trauma, and Intensive care as a Registered Nurse, addiction medicine, primary care, Urgent care, community health, infectious disease, Psychiatry/ behavioral health, and pediatrics, among other subspecialties as a nurse practitioner.
I discovered my passion for mental health during my work in emergency departments nationwide, working as a community health nurse practitioner with the homeless community in South Florida, and as a pediatric urgent care nurse practitioner treating unaccompanied minors in Texas. In these positions, I was made fully aware of the significant presence of individuals with unaddressed trauma, and mental health conditions due to the stigma, and limited access to treatment.
Doctorate of Nursing practice in psychiatric mental health.
I am a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in Arizona. I have been in this profession for 25 years. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my amazing family and friends. I enjoy travel and seeing new people, places and experiences. I love animals and am a devoted pet person. I care about the community regardless of race, nationality, identity, or religion. My goal is to empower all people to understand that mental health affects everyone. I have come to know that trauma has a significant influence on a patient's life and how trauma affects one's well-being and oftentimes leads to issues with addiction. I have extensive experience in working with depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. I believe in providing hope, respect, and compassion to those I treat. Most of my experience has been in medication management for these mental health issues.
Shawn is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. He has been in the psychiatric nursing specialty for over 14 years. He is experienced in providing care for individuals requesting treatment for mental health and substance use disorders utilizing evidence-based methodology. He provides evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing follow-up, and psychopharmacological treatment.
Susan Bowen, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and the co-owner at Blue Water Psychiatry. Susan is a seasoned nurse with over 17 years of experience working in emergency medicine, trauma, as well as inpatient psychiatry.
At Blue Water Psychiatry, Susan believes that good mental health is crucial to overall well-being and delivers quality care that improves your life. With every patient, she gives her undivided attention and addresses their mental health concerns with the empathy and respect they deserve.
Mental health is as complex as the treatment it requires, but Susan can work alongside you to develop a treatment plan that fits your lifestyle. She also offers extended appointment times, which means you’ll never feel rushed in her care.
Susan and the rest of the caring team at Blue Water Psychiatry are prepared to help you with any mental health concern you have, so schedule an appointment with them when you’re ready to get started.
Justin McKinley, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and co-owner of Blue Water Psychiatry in Mesa, Arizona. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare as an emergency medical technician (EMT), paramedic, and emergency room nurse, Justin has developed the skills necessary to build caring and trusting therapeutic relationships with patients.
As education plays an important role in Justin’s nursing experience, he is motivated to seek opportunities that allow him to further enhance his expertise. He completed his bachelor’s degree in nursing at the University of Phoenix before pursuing his master’s degree in psychiatric mental health nursing at Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri.
At Blue Water Psychiatry, Justin is success-driven and committed to helping you achieve optimal mental health through collaborative problem solving and empowering you to recognize your inner potential.
To learn more about how Justin and his team can help you through a difficult situation, schedule a visit to meet with them at Blue Water Psychiatry.
Lauren Rebman (goes by "Tessa") is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Virginia. Tessa knew from a young age that she had a passion to work with and care for the needs of other individuals. This passion led her into a career as a registered nurse, where she spent over eight years caring for critically ill patients within intensive care units. While Tessa had the privilege of witnessing many life-saving interventions, what truly inspired her was not just seeing patients survive but watching them live life again to the fullest. The distinction between being alive and truly living became clear to Tessa during her years of intensive care nursing, fueling her enthusiasm for psychiatric care.
In addition to her bedside nursing experience, Tessa grew up with a special needs sibling, allowing her to witness firsthand the transformative impact that compassionate psychiatric care can have on someone's life. This personal experience drives Tessa's commitment to providing exceptional psychiatric care, particularly for the pediatric population. Tessa's approach to care is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, and she considers it an honor to support patients on their mental health journeys. Tessa looks forward to working with you to help you live your life to the fullest.
Jolene Garrow, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner at Blue Water Psychiatry. Jolene has dedicated 14 years to the nursing field with most of her experience in the neurological and trauma intensive care units. After caring for patients and supporting their families for so many years, she couldn’t ignore the importance of maintaining a balance of mental and physical health.
Jolene is focused on fostering a safe and empathetic environment where patients can openly discuss their concerns and experiences. Together, you will create a care plan that best suits your personal needs and lifestyle. Her approach combines evidence-based practice with a deep understanding of the emotional and psychological aspects of mental health, aiming to empower patients on their journey to recovery.
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Amber Walker, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Clear Minds Psychiatry LLC in Mesa, Arizona. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field, Amber is lauded by her patients for her work ethic and individualized care. Amber believes in meeting the client where they are, in their mental health journey, and working to improve their life. She uses a client-focused approach that encompasses the client’s mind, body, and spirit, providing a holistic approach to care, which may include psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, or a combination of both. She understands that patients can achieve excellent outcomes through therapeutic communication and health literacy coupled with therapy and medications. Although life can be challenging, clients can be assured that she will work with them to meet all of life’s challenges, and she looks forward to working with them to achieve their mental health goals.
Donald “Donnie” Mason is a certified Physician Assistant who has more than 15 years of experience. Donnie served 25 years in the United States Air Force where he completed the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) in 2008.He moved to Arizona in June 2022 and is an active member of the Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants, the Association of PA’s in Psychiatry, and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. In 2023 he completed a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) in Psychiatry through Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Donnie has also obtained the Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Psychiatry through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).Donnie continues to have a passion for treating patients who suffer from mental illness and provides a patient centered approach in reaching their treatment goals.
