Dante Peterson, PMHN-BC; FNP-C

As a dual-certified Family (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), Dante’ is dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to individuals struggling with mental health symptoms. With nearly 15 years of experience in the field, she is committed to promoting mental wellness and empowering her patients to achieve their highest level of functioning.

Dante’s approach to psychiatric care emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and respect for each individual's unique journey. Through thorough assessment, personalized treatment planning, judicious use of psychopharmacological interventions and ongoing therapeutic support, she strives to help her patients navigate through difficult times and foster resilience.

In addition to her clinical practice, she is passionate about mental health advocacy, access, and education. Dante’ has dedicated a large portion of her career to providing quality healthcare to underserved communities and vulnerable populations. She believes in the importance of reducing stigma surrounding mental illness and improving access to quality mental healthcare for all. She has been passionate in her work as a Certified Correctional Healthcare Provider (CCHP) and geropsychiatric consultant, aiming to raise awareness, promote understanding, and reduce stigmas surrounding the bio-psycho-social conditions that evolve into neuropsychiatric symptoms, behaviors and consequences.

Dante’ is honored to be a part of her patients' healing journeys and remains committed to providing her patients with the highest standard of care. Together, she endeavors to support patients in their unique journey towards achieving improved mental well-being and overall quality of life.

In her free time, Dante’ enjoys traveling with her family.

"Mental health...is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going." - Noam Shpancer