Jennifer Peterson, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C

Leading provider of Balanced Mental Health of Arizona's team of mental health clinicians

Jennifer Peterson, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, is a dual board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner with extensive experience. She specializes in perinatal mental health and provides compassionate, expert care to her patients.

Jennifer's educational journey includes earning degrees from Grand Canyon University and Liberty University. With a wealth of experience across diverse medical environments, she has honed her skills in addressing an array of mental health concerns, including perinatal mood disorders, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD.

Jennifer is deeply committed to providing personalized care grounded in empathy and understanding. Her dedication to fostering holistic wellness shines through in her approach to patient care, where she prioritizes addressing the unique needs of each individual. With her blend of clinical expertise and genuine compassion, Jennifer Peterson is dedicated to empowering her patients on their journey to healing in a healthy way.

In her free time, Jennifer loves participating in outdoor activities like hiking and paddleboarding. She enjoys living in Arizona, spending her days exploring the Ponderosa Pines and Sonoran Desert with her family.

Daniel Garcia, PMHNP-BC

As a bilingual psychiatric provider, Daniel understands how overwhelming it can be to seek help for mental health concerns — whether for yourself or your loved ones. His mission is to provide a space where every patient feels respected, heard, and supported from day one.

Daniel works with children, adolescents, and adults, and always aims to meet each person where they are. His approach is grounded in empathy, cultural understanding, and a deep commitment to helping you move forward — no matter how heavy life feels right now. You're not alone, and he's here to walk this path with you.

Outside of work, Daniel enjoys music, traveling, and off-roading through Arizona's landscapes — experiences that remind him of the importance of adventure, resilience, and balance.

Como profesional bilingüe en salud mental, Daniel sabe lo difícil que puede ser pedir ayuda — ya sea para ti o para alguien que amas. Su prioridad es que cada paciente se sienta escuchado, respetado y acompañado desde el primer momento.

Daniel trabaja con niños, adolescentes y adultos, y siempre esfuerza por conectar con cada persona desde su propia historia. Su enfoque se basa en la empatía, el entendimiento cultural y el compromiso real de ayudarte a seguir adelante. No importa qué tan pesado se sienta todo ahora — no estás solo. Él está aquí para acompañarte en este camino.

Fuera del trabajo, Daniel disfruta de la música, viajar y hacer off-roading por los paisajes de Arizona. Son experiencias que le recuerdan la importancia de la resiliencia, la conexión y el equilibrio.

Trabajemos juntos para ayudarte a sanar, crecer y retomar el control.

Michelle North, PMHNP-BC

Michelle North, PMHNP-BC, is a board‐certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 30 years in healthcare. She brings a compassionate, patient‐centered approach shaped by earlier service as a rescue paramedic, neuro‐ICU nurse, ER nurse, and psychiatric nurse—experience that deepened her understanding of the mind‐body connection and the value of holistic care.

She specializes in women's mental health, with a particular focus on the often‐overlooked presentation of ADHD in girls and women. Michelle cares for individuals experiencing mood disorders, PTSD, grief, insomnia, depression, OCD, and anxiety, and she has a nuanced understanding of the unique stressors faced by first responders and healthcare professionals.

Her practice blends evidence‐based medication management with supportive, trauma‐informed care tailored to each person's needs. She is experienced in administering Spravato (esketamine) and delivering transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for treatment‐resistant depression. Above all, Michelle fosters a compassionate, collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, empowered, and supported on their path to healing and resilience.

At this time, Michelle accepts UnitedHealthcare (UHC), Medicare, VACCN, and self-pay patients.