Susan Howard is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She started her career as a certified nurse assistant then went on to get a BSN, MSN, and specialized as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has worked in hospitals, and home health settings. She also has experience with diverse populations caring for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Susan's passion for mental health is personal. Having a sibling with mental illness, she understands the stigma and burden patients and their loved ones go through. Choosing this career path allows her to reach out and make an impact on people who need this support and care.