Meet our Providers:

Dr. Miranda Dulek, DNP, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Miranda Dulek is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of experience in mental health, having been in practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2016. She attended the College of St. Scholastica, where she graduated in 2011 Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She completed a nursing internship at Mayo Clinic – Rochester, and proceeded to return to Mayo Clinic following graduation to work as an inpatient psychiatric nurse. During her time there, she returned to graduate school at the University of Minnesota to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, specializing in lifespan psychiatry and mental health, graduating in 2016. She completed a year-long internship focused on interprofessional collaboration with the SPMI team at the Minneapolis VA during her education. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, honors society of nursing, and Psi Chi, honors society of psychology.

Treatment Approach: "I am committed to partnering with my patients on their journey to mental wellness, and strongly believe in the power of holistic intervention and collaboration with my patients. While medication can be an important part of recovery and staying well, it is only one piece of the puzzle that is health. I strive to combine medication management and individual therapy in such a way that it allows patients and family to feel heard, validated and comfortable in a non-judgmental space. I can teach you coping skills and mindfulness strategies as well as grounding techniques, and take the time to genuinely listen to each person's story."

Personal Interests: "I am passionate about people, and love learning about their experiences and what 'makes them tick.' I love spending time outdoors, with many hobbies including fishing, boating, camping, riding motorcycle and hunting. I also enjoy reading, movies, and anything psychology. As a mom, I love spending time with my family and creating new experiences and adventures for us together." 

Kristen Foehner DNP, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Kristen Foehner is a board-certified nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has worked in mental health, community health, education, and hospital nursing for more than 15 years. She attended the University of Colorado, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After working several years in mental health, she saw a need in her community for greater access to mental health care providers and returned to school to pursue an advanced nursing degree. She earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Wisconsin, specializing in psychiatry and mental health. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, honor society of nursing. 

Treatment Approach: Kristen says, "I strive to provide patients with individualized pharmacological therapy that is balanced with a holistic approach to improving mental health and wellness. I seek to develop non-judgmental, therapeutic relationships with my patients using a 'team-based' approach that empowers patients. Effective collaboration requires empathetic listening, clear communication, and establishing treatment goals based on individual preferences and the best evidence-based practices."

Personal interests: "As an anthropologist (my previous education) and former researcher, I enjoy traveling and experiencing a broad range of cultures and learning about others’ life experiences. I welcome opportunities to interact with nature including hiking, kayaking, and observing nature in the garden and surrounding environments. I also love reading, watching movies, and spending time with my family and special friends."