Dr. Kayla Kvell, DNP, CNP, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Kvell is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults.
Her areas of special interest include ADHD, bipolar disorder and mood issues, postpartum depression, peri & postmenopausal symptoms, and metabolic/hormonal dysfunction and its impact on mental health.
Dr. Kvell uses an integrative approach to address and identify underlying causes of psychiatric conditions. She incorporates a variety of treatments and recommendations into her plans of care which may include lifestyle modifications; medications; supplements; therapy referrals; nutritional guidance and support; movement and exercise; meditation practices; and, if needed, referrals for specialty laboratory testing.
Dr. Kvell understands each of us will traverse the spectrum of human experiences throughout our journey, and every person will face pain and uncertainty along the way. In guiding her patients, she seeks to avoid pathologizing experiences that offer the chance to find meaning, purpose, and opportunity for growth. It’s true that laughter is the best medicine, and Dr. Kvell believes humor is often the ideal way to reframe our circumstances to see possibilities in our struggles. Her approach is warm and conversational, and her focus on understanding the whole person fosters a collaborative and holistic approach to well-being.
Dr. Kayla Kvell, DNP, CNP, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Kristin Hanson, DNP, CNP, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Hanson is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner, providing psychiatric care for ages 18 to 64. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Winona State University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Biola University.
Prior to completing her advanced nursing practice degree, Dr. Hanson worked in a variety of settings and locations within healthcare. She gained experience in inpatient, outpatient and emergency department settings in California, Abu Dhabi, and Minnesota, allowing her to learn from a wide range of experiences and apply those to her practice in caring for various populations.
Dr. Hanson enjoys working alongside clients and appreciates the complexity of each individual in the ups and downs of life. Treatment plans are individualized to meet clients’ needs and can include medication, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, supplements, referrals to specific therapies, and lifestyle modification. Providing psychiatric evaluations, treatment and supportive therapy with a holistic and integrative approach, she aims to collaborate and meet clients where they are at to support them in leading a healthy, fulfilling life.
Dr. Kristin Hanson, DNP, CNP, PMHNP-BC
Deanna Pelley, MA, LPCC
Board-approved LPCC Supervisor
Deanna Pelley, MA, LPCC
