Meet Our Providers

Athena C. Fertig is a Nurse Practitioner dual board-certified in Psychiatric mental health and Family practice. She has over 38 years experience in healthcare, caring for individuals and their families.

She obtained a diploma in practical nursing from Southeast Community College, an associate's degree in nursing from Excelsior College, a bachelor's degree in nursing from Bryan College of Health Sciences, a masters degree in nursing-family practice from Creighton University, and a post-masters certificate in psychiatric mental health from The University of Cincinnati.

Athena spent 24 years of her her career working in bedside nursing, including long-term care nursing, acute care, ambulatory surgical care, followed by 12 years working as a family practice nurse practitioner in community health, urgent care, and emergency medicine. She has found her passion in the mental health field.

Athena has experience in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, trauma-related disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, attention deficit, personality disorders, and addiction.

Her goal is to meet clients where they are, and empower clients and caregivers with shared treatment planning. She takes a holistic approach, considering not just psychiatric needs, but also physical health, nutrition, lifestyle factors, and environmental influences.

She provides a safe, welcoming environment for patients and families, promoting trust, respect and a commitment to providing quality care. 

Athena is licensed in IA, NE, CO, and KS. She is accepting clients of all ages. ​​​​