Brenda Donovan
DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
She believes mental health treatment should be as personalized as the person seeking it, which is why she’ll take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to psychiatric treatment with you.
Licensed in
- Arizona
- Colorado
100+ 5-star reviews
Gender
Female
Languages
English
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS in ARIZONA
MEET BRENDA
Personalized psychiatric medication management in AZ
Brenda Donovan’s path to mental healthcare was shaped by both professional experience and personal insight. As a family nurse practitioner, she worked closely with chronically ill patients who also faced anxiety and depression.
Those experiences deepened her understanding of the connection between physical and mental well-being. She’s also witnessed firsthand how mental health conditions affect families, reinforcing her commitment to advocacy, education, and compassionate care.
approach To psychiatry
Partnering with Brenda
Brenda knows that trust is at the heart of mental health treatment. She creates a warm, welcoming space where you can feel safe opening up about your experiences — without fear of judgment. By taking the time to truly listen, she ensures you feel seen, heard, and supported at every step.
Her approach is all about collaboration, working alongside you (and your loved ones, if helpful) to build a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, and needs.
With open communication and shared decision-making, Brenda helps you feel empowered and in control of your care.
PATIENTS OFTEN SEE BRENDA FOR
ADHD
Anxiety Disorders
Depressive disorders
Insomnia
Caring for a diverse population
Brenda genuinely welcomes all types of patients, but she does frequently treat:
Older adults
Middle-aged adults
Those with chronic illness & disabilities
Veterans & active military
Introverted/highly sensitive people
100+ 5-star reviews
What her patients say
“Very thorough and understanding.”
“Extremely knowledgeable.”
“Made me feel at ease.”
“The best when you really need someone.”
“Great at understanding your situation.”
“Listens intently.”
LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
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Professional background
Blending her nursing expertise with a deep commitment to patient care, Brenda takes a whole-person approach to medication management and mental health treatment.
As a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness, she works to reduce stigma and provide evidence-based interventions that foster resilience and lasting change.
She focuses on creating personalized care plans that empower patients to take an active role in their recovery.
Educational background
She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) degrees from the University of Arizona, followed by her Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification from Wilkes University.
Outside of the office
When not providing psychiatric care to Arizona patients
Outside of work, Brenda enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, being silly with her grandchildren, and cuddling her two dogs, who are both the size of small humans.
As a mom to two sons and grandmother to two young boys, she deeply cares about fighting the mental health stigma men can feel they face by encouraging them to take care of their mental well-being.
She believes that just like learning to cook (which she’s enjoying, but still working on mastering), mental health is something we can all strengthen over time — with patience, practice, and the right guidance.
She’s also an enthusiastic car-concert performer — because nothing beats belting out your favorite songs with the windows down!
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Get to know Brenda better
Brenda’s approach is guided by three core actions: empower, educate, and embrace.
She believes that mental health treatment should be a collaborative act, where patients feel ready and able to take control of their well-being. She takes the time to educate with compassion, ensuring that you understand your treatment options and feel confident in your care. Above all, she embraces each patient as a unique individual, recognizing that no two mental health experiences are the same.
Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis or working toward long-term stability, Brenda is here to walk alongside you, providing guidance and encouragement along the way.
