Kelly Shephard, PMHNP

I believe every person has the ability to bloom when given the right environment, support, and care.

I co-founded Holistic Mental Health & Wellness because I wanted to create a place where mental and physical health are treated as deeply connected—not as separate pieces of a person’s well-being. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in an environment where people feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to grow.

Outside of the office, you’ll often find me volunteering at an equine-assisted therapy farm, working out, tending to my indoor plants, or spending time in my garden watching the birds visit my feeders. I love exploring new adventures with my daughter, making memories with my family, and thrifting for forgotten treasures that can be given new life. Whether I’m nurturing a plant, restoring something old, or creating home remedies inspired by nature, I’m constantly reminded that growth takes patience, intention, and the right conditions to flourish.

The lessons I learn in nature, through service, and from the people I love continually remind me that healing isn’t about perfection—it’s about creating the conditions where growth is possible. That perspective shapes the way I care for every person I have the privilege to serve.

As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe healing is about more than managing symptoms. Mental health is influenced by our physical health, relationships, environment, life experiences, and sense of purpose. I take the time to understand each person’s story and partner with them to develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects their goals, strengths, and values. By combining evidence-based medicine with compassion, collaboration, and curiosity, my hope is to help every person feel empowered to take an active role in their journey toward wellness.

Whether you’re seeking answers, feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling to find balance, or simply looking for a provider who sees you as more than a diagnosis, my goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. Together, we’ll explore the many factors that influence your mental health—including your physical health, relationships, environment, lifestyle, and personal experiences. Through evidence-based care, collaboration, and compassion, we’ll develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs, helping you build resilience, restore hope, and bloom into the healthiest, most authentic version of yourself.

“Bloom where you are nurtured, valued, and free to grow.”

— Kelly Shephard, PMHNP-BC

Melissa Hale, AGNP

I believe the best care happens when people feel comfortable enough to be themselves—and that starts with me being authentic, too.

When I'm not caring for my clients, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, friends, and my five dogs. You'll also find me in my garden, listening to rock music, tackling a creative craft project, or building something with LEGO® bricks. I love expressing my creativity, embracing what makes each of us unique, and finding joy in life's simple moments. Those passions remind me that growth takes patience, healing isn't always linear, and there is rarely just one path forward.

As an Outpatient Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring that same perspective into my practice. Every person has a unique story, individual strengths, and personal goals. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I partner with each client to develop a personalized treatment plan that reflects who they are—not just the diagnosis they carry.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, grief, or a major life transition, my goal is to provide evidence-based care in a warm, welcoming environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. Together, we'll focus on building resilience, improving your overall well-being, and helping you become the healthiest, most authentic version of yourself.

Professional by training, creative by nature, and passionate about helping people rediscover hope, purpose, and the confidence to live authentically.

"Healing begins the moment you feel seen, heard, and accepted for exactly who you are."

— Melissa Hale, AGNP