Dr. Powers is board certified Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN with her master’s degree in 2004 and doctorate degree in 2012. She has also received a bachelor’s of science in biology from American University in Washington, DC and a master’s degree in applied biology/microbiology from Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA.

Dr. Powers has been serving the mental health community since 2004, working in both community mental health centers and private practice for over 19 years.  Her focus includes the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and all other psychiatric disorders.  She has also served as the administrative medical director at LifeCare Family Services. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Powers has continued to educate future clinicians. She was an Assistant Professor at the University of North Florida, Brooks College of Health and served as an Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry with the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM). She sees patients age 14 and older.

Kristen Peterman is a board certified Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Texas-Arlington and graduated with her master’s degree from Wilkes University.

Kristen has over ten years of nursing experience and is certified to treat patients across the lifespan including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Her focus includes the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and  other psychiatric disorders. Kristen sees patients ages 5 and older. 

Tara Kidd is a board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.  She one of our newest clinicians who provides care to patients struggling with mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and other behavioral and mood disorders. Tara is a Marine Corps veteran, having served in Operation Enduring Freedom and  Operation Iraqi Freedom. After that, she spent 15 years as an ER trauma nurse. Tara Graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Master’s of Science in Nursing.

She is a member of the American Nurse Association, American Psychiatric Nurses Association, The American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and International Association of Forensic Nurses. Tara is inspired to make a significant impact in the lives of patients with mental health issues by making it her mission to speak up for patients who find it difficult to be heard or appreciated, and to manage their care with empathy, comprehension and compassion. She treats patients 5

and older.

Brian Pullam is a healthcare professional who is dual-certified as both a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. 

After 13 years of nursing experience which included med-surg nursing, oncology, and hospice, he obtained his Master's Degree in Nursing in 2019, from Frontier Nursing University. This set the stage for a rewarding career as a Family Nurse Practitioner.  His passion for providing comprehensive care in both the clinical and inpatient setting led him to pursue further education, culminating in a post-master certification in Psychiatric Mental Health in 2023. 

Brian's extensive background and education have equipped him with the skills and insights necessary to provide patient-centered holistic care across all age groups. His commitment to comprehensive care stems from a profound understanding of the interconnectedness between physical and mental health, ensuring that each patient receives the tailored attention they deserve.  Brian is a Florida native born and raised in the Niceville area. Growing up in a military family has given him valuable insights into the needs of our diverse community and a personal understanding of the challenges faced by our military families. Brian sees patients 5 and older. 

 Dr. Karen P. Reed is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 23 years of experience in  mental health. She earned her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of  Tennessee in 2003 and her Doctorate in Social Work Practice in 2014.  Three years ago, Dr. Reed moved to Niceville from the suburbs of Memphis when her  husband accepted a position as a nurse practitioner at an ENT clinic in Fort Walton Beach.  She has been in private practice for over 12 years and previously worked in a variety of  settings, including rural community mental health and psychiatric hospitals.  Dr. Reed employs a person-centered and strengths-based approach with her clients,  striving to create a safe and comfortable environment for therapeutic healing. Therapy  sessions aim to focus on identifying client needs and learning coping skills, problem  solving techniques, and ways to achieve desired goals. Dr. Reed has extensive experience  working with adolescents and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and  life stressors.