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New Beginnings Mental Health

Dr. Kristen (Kris) Vandenberg
PMHNP- BC, FNP, DNP

 

Dr. Vandenberg brings over 30 years of expertise in mental health care to her practice. As a board-certified advanced nurse practitioner with a clinical doctorate, she specializes in providing comprehensive psychiatric medication management for individuals across the lifespan. With dual training in family practice and psychiatric mental health, Dr. Vandenberg takes an integrative approach to care, emphasizing the interconnectedness of mind and body to promote overall well-being.

 

Her educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Virginia, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Mercer University. She further advanced her credentials by earning post-master's certifications as both a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), culminating in a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Tennessee.

 

Dr. Vandenberg’s dedication to lifelong learning and her compassionate approach to mental health care make her a trusted and highly skilled provider.

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