Our Team
Psychiatric Providers in Minnesota Telehealth & ADHD Specialists
At Mending Mental Health, our team of licensed psychiatric providers offers medication management, ADHD testing, and therapy-informed care to patients across Minnesota via telehealth.
Our clinicians specialize in ADHD, sleep disorders, anxiety, mood conditions, and complex psychiatric presentations. Whether you're seeking answers, medication support, or a second opinion, our team is designed to match you with the right provider quickly.
Each provider at Mending Mental Health brings a different clinical focus. While we’ll help guide you during intake, this overview can help you get a sense of where to start:
ADHD Evaluation & Medication Management: Tracy Newman, Nicole Mislivec, Armel Ngah
Complex or Unclear Diagnoses: Armel Ngah, with clinical oversight from Dr. Piyush Das
Sleep & Integrative Psychiatry: Dr. Piyush Das
Child, Adolescent, and Family-Focused Care: Tracy Newman, Beth Hanson, Hailey Shaull
Therapy-Integrated & Relational Care: Nicole Mislivec, Jaclyn Johnson, Kristy Schutt
If you’re unsure where to start, you don’t need to figure it out alone. Complete your intake and we’ll match you with the provider who best fits your needs and goals.
Which Mending Mental Health Provider Is the Best Fit?
Providers
CO-FOUNDER, PMHNP, MSN, CANS
Tracy Newman
Specialties: ADHD, Pediatric/Adolescent Psychiatry, Polypharmacy, Treatment-Resistant Medication Cases, Evidence-Based + Emerging Treatments
Tracy co-founded Mending Mental Health with a vision to bring expert, efficient care from the clinical side of practice. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner with years of experience helping parents find answers for their children and supporting adults who need a fresh outlook, she’s passionate about breaking the cycle of “meds on top of meds.”
Tracy collaborates closely with therapy partners and trusted practices across our network that complement her approach. She has extensive clinical expertise in ADHD care for ages 6 and older and continually studies emerging treatment modalities and evidence-based advances to bring effective, forward-thinking care to patients from all walks of life. She approaches every case with curiosity, practicality, and genuine care.
MD
Dr. Piyush Das
Dr. Das is a double board-certified psychiatrist (adult psychiatry + sleep medicine) with additional certifications in integrative mental health. He provides medical supervision and consultative support for the Mending team, ensuring clinical rigor and evidence-based consistency across the practice. His approach is grounded in integrating biologic, psychosocial, and lifestyle considerations into psychiatric care.
PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN
Nicole Mislivec
Specialties: Adult (18+), ADHD, Bipolar, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Sleep Concerns, LGBTQIA+ Population, General Psychiatry, Therapeutic Model
Nicole treats adults (18+) using a relational, conversational approach with attention to minimizing medication side effects. She incorporates sleep, mood, trauma, and broader life dynamics into her work, while thoughtfully considering newer treatment options when appropriate. Nicole frequently works with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community and collaborates closely with therapists. She also has experience supporting patients with trauma-related concerns and OCD-related patterns.
PA-C
Hailey Shaull
Lifestyle Management & Clinical Support for Youth and Families
Hailey collaborates with our clinical team to ensure patients receive clear, coordinated care and plays a key role in helping individuals access appropriate needs. Her work is grounded in clinical research, integrating sleep, nutrition, daily habits, and DSM-5 criteria to support each person’s overall health and functioning. She is known for her calm presence, genuine interest in families’ stories, and her ability to make care feel approachable and connected. Hailey is directly supervised by Dr. Das.
CNP, FNP, PMHNP
Beth Hanson
Functional and Psychiatric Medication Management
Specialties: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Behavioral Disorders in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Complex/Comorbid Medical & Psychiatric Conditions, Women’s Mental/Physical Health, General Adult Psychiatry
Beth provides psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, with a strong focus on complex cases where medical and mental health conditions overlap. She is certified in both Family and Psychiatric Mental Health, thus she integrates physical and mental health perspectives into treatment and prioritizes helping patients understand the “why” behind their symptoms.
She has particular experience working with medically complicated individuals, treatment-resistant presentations, behavioral concerns in youth, and autism spectrum presentations across the lifespan. Beth is especially passionate about supporting children and adolescents whose emotional or behavioral challenges may be interfering with their daily functioning or overall potential. She values building a relationship with her patients and their families, welcoming individuals seeking support for a wide range of psychiatric concerns.
PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN
Armel Ngah
Psychiatric Medication Management
Specialties: Adolescent (16+) & Adult Psychiatry, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD & Trauma-Related Conditions, Psychotic Disorders (Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective), ADHD, Co-Occurring Conditions
Armel works with adolescents and adults, bringing experience from inpatient and crisis-based psychiatry into outpatient care focused on long-term stability. He has particular strengths in comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnostic clarity, and treatment of mood, anxiety, trauma-related, and psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and schizoaffective presentations, as well as co-occurring conditions. Armel provides culturally responsive, patient-centered care with a focus on clear, effective treatment.
LPCC, LADC
Jaclyn Johnson
Therapist
Specialties: Complex trauma and PTSD, substance use and recovery, 1st responders, veterans and families
Jaci provides psychotherapy for adults (18+), with a focus on processing hard situations and navigating the impact of addiction with individuals or family members. As a dually licensed therapist, she integrates EMDR, CBT, and IFS-informed interventions to help clients understand patterns, work through traumatic experiences, and strengthen emotional regulation. Her approach is individualized, inquisitive, and nonjudgmental.
LICSW
Kristy Schutt
Therapist
Specialties: Somatic therapy, chronic stress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Kristy works with adults (21+), with a particular interest in empty nesters, those balancing the needs of older children, and the LGBTQ+ community. Drawing on 30 years of professional experience, she helps clients notice how stress shows up in their bodies and understand their responses. Her sessions integrate physical sensations, thoughts, and emotions, with room to explore family patterns, shifting roles, and personal needs. She also explores the overlap between ADHD and other conditions, helping clarify what may be contributing to a client’s symptoms.
MA, Pre-Licensed Clinical Counselor
Supervised by Rachel Milan
Emma Rogers
Clinical Support
Emma brings clinical experience working with neurodivergence and a range of co-occurring mental health concerns to assist with the clinical workflow. She has specialized training in several areas of mental health, helping her recognize how ADHD can overlap with anxiety, autism, OCD, depression, trauma, and other concerns. She has a particular interest in recognizing how individuals compensate for or mask their difficulties over time.
MS, Pre-Licensed Clinical Counselor
Supervised by Rachel Milan
Madilyn Newman
Clinical Support
Madi's background includes working in both outpatient and residential settings, as well as community-based behavioral health services, where she supported individuals and families through complex mental health needs. She has a distinct appreciation for the many ways mental health conditions can present and the importance of understanding each person's unique experiences. Madi brings experience from working with individuals across a wide range of behavioral, emotional, and relational mental health concerns.
Administrative
Co-Founder, Clinic Director
Leah Clausen
Leah co-founded Mending Mental Health to create a space where care is ethical, accessible, and truly patient-centered. She designs workflows, oversees compliance and quality, and builds systems that keep operations efficient and human. Leah’s focus is finding the true gems in this field and partnering with them to build collaboration with abundance.
Clinic Operations Specialist
Matthew Clausen
Matt is the bridge between clinical care and administrative efficiency at Mending Mental Health. With a keen eye for artistic value and digital innovation, he ensures that the clinic remains engaging and accessible. Matt also keeps everything running smoothly – including managing intakes, communication, 1st tier billing support, and general clinic operations. Whether behind the scenes or on the front lines, Matt’s goal is to create a seamless, welcoming experience for both clients and providers.
Senior Clinic Operations Coordinator
Kendra Wilson
Kendra brings over 10 years of customer service experience and a people-first approach to her role as Clinic Operations Coordinator at Mending Mental Health. With a degree in Healthcare Administration, she understands how thoughtful systems, clear communication, and compassionate support can positively impact the patient experience.
Grounded in empathy and passionate about mental health, Kendra believes feeling heard and respected is essential at every point of contact. She is committed to creating a welcoming environment where individuals feel comfortable taking the next step in their care and teams are supported by processes that truly work.
Clinic Operations Coordinator
Grace Lynn
Grace brings empathy, compassion, and a people-first approach to her role at Mending Mental Health. Her interest in psychology and holistic healthcare shaped her early studies and continues to guide her work in healthcare administration.
Since graduating from college in 2024, Grace has gained two years of experience in clinical office settings, supporting patients and providers alike. She values thoughtful communication and strives to make every interaction feel welcoming and supportive. Driven by her passion for mental health care, Grace is committed to helping create an environment where people feel heard, understood, and valued.