Courtney Tafoya

I began my nursing career over 20 years ago as a cardiac/critical care nurse at a community hospital. After several years, I started working with Veterans at the VA hospital in mental health. I developed a passion for helping patients with mental illness and substance use. I cared for patients who were seriously mentally ill (SMI), adolescents, adults populations. I saw the positive impact I could have on patients' lives and obtained my degree as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner.

Courtney Tafoya is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience. She treats adolescents and adults with mental health and substance use disorders. Her experience spans mental health/substance use, cardiac care, and critical/emergency care. She provides care with a whole-person approach, considering the emotional, mental, and physical health of the patient.

Seeking treatment can be overwhelming and should be as easy as possible. Clients can expect sessions to be a safe space to freely express concerns and emotions without judgement. Clients will be able to assist in developing a treatment plan and start a journey to living their best life. I feel I can increase access to psychiatric medication management services in the community and help individuals achieve and maintain optimal mental health.