Jamie Teunis, PMHNP

Dr. Jamie Teunis, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), brings over 20 years of diverse experience in the medical field, offering a profound understanding of medical systems and mental health care. Her professional journey began at 16 as a certified nursing assistant on a memory care unit. Over the years, she has served in various roles, including oncology and mental health certified RN for seven years. These experiences fueled her passion for mental health, leading her to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree and a Master’s in Integrative Health and Healing from the University of Minnesota in 2017. Her doctoral project focused on aiding healthcare professionals in identifying psychosocial distress in cancer patients.

Currently, at Axis Integrated Mental Health, Dr. Teunis is the Clinical Director, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based psychiatric care to patients of all ages. Her previous roles include facilitating group programs for cancer patients, overseeing an adolescent intensive outpatient program (IOP) for social and emotional development, and offering mental health services in primary care clinics. Her expertise spans pharmacogenomics, Spravato treatment, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), lab monitoring related to mental health, diagnostics, and holistic treatment planning.

Dr. Teunis is dedicated to advancing psychiatry and nursing through research and publication, having contributed to a peer-reviewed journal article on patient education in rural hospitals. Her mission is to empower her patients to achieve optimal well-being and quality of life while supporting her colleagues and organization in delivering excellent and ethical care.

In addition to her professional skills, Dr. Teunis excels in connecting with individuals, understanding their needs, and providing empathetic care. She is genuine, warm, and exuberant, thriving on seeing others succeed. Known for her directness and honesty, she offers a straightforward, dedicated approach to patient care.

Outside the office, Dr. Teunis enjoys quality time with family and friends, exploring nature, summiting mountains, and gardening. She loves traveling and experiencing new cultures and locations. Dr. Teunis cherishes her furry companions, Rubi (a black mouth cur) and Schatzie (an orange tabby cat), and values her time with her loving partner.