Congratulations to our newly-elected Board of Directors members for 2025.
Sara Weelborg, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, was elected as President-Elect. Sara is owner, clinical director, and co-founder of Mindset Tacoma, LLC, a mental health intensive outpatient program. She is co-Chair of the AAPPN Case Discussion Group.
“AAPPN has a legacy of passionate, effective advocacy for our profession, championing the role of advanced practice psychiatric nursing, and shaping the delivery of healthcare in our state. I am honored to become a member of the board and am committed to moving us forward.”
Patricia Morgan, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, was elected as an At-Large Board Member. Patricia is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with Evergreen Health Medical Group. She is a long-time member of AAPPN’s Legislative Committee.
“It is my privilege to be able to extend myself, the pearls, and possibly inspiration to fellow practitioners so that we continue to preserve the fierce whole person care we provide to our communities.”
MaryAnne Murray, DNP, EdD, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, CARN-AP, was re-elected as an At-Large Board Member. MaryAnne is President of Balance Beams Wellness on the Long Beach Peninsula. She has served on the Board since 2023 and is also co-chair of AAPPN’s Rural Practice Group.
“I appreciate the work of AAPPN to ensure that PMHNPs can practice to the full extent of their education and licensure. I look forward to bringing my knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, integrated care, and a rural perspective to contribute to this great organization.”
Derek Greenwood, RN, CADC I, was elected as the Student Board Member. Derek is a third-year DNP-PMHNP student at Washington State University. He was a 2023 Lois Price Spratlen Foundation scholarship recipient.
“As a board member, I will work to foster our AAPPN community and ensure its growth by encouraging greater student member participation through outreach to educational programs, representation within professional spaces, and passionate advocacy for the benefits of forging relationships with peers.”