The Olive Branch

02/23/2026

02/21/2026

If you're considering me as a provider, it might help you to know a bit more about me.

I am 44 years old. I grew up in Westerville, across the street from Highlands Pool on Knebworth Court. My parents built that house the year I was born, in 1981. I was married to my husband in the backyard there in 2002. I was devastated when my parents sold the house in 2003 to retire to Arizona.

I have been married for 23 years to my husband, Ron. We're as different as can be. He has the brain of an engineer and rarely expresses much emotion about anything. I am all sorts of emotions, all the time!

I have an 18 yo son and 15 yo daughter. My son is graduating this year. He has autism, and so graduation looks very different for us than for others. We're not sure what he's graduating "to" quite yet.

I finished nursing school in 2002, became a NP in the NICU in 2010, and became board certified in psychiatry in 2018. I practice in both disciplines, and might always do so. Sometimes we don't have to choose between things we enjoy!

I love to read. I read all sorts of things, but my favorite genre is historical fiction. Kate Quinn and Stephanie Dray don't know it yet, but I am the best friend they are missing from their lives.

In Westerville, I am most likely to be found at Kroger, Half Price Books, Dollar Tree, or the thrift store. I walk everywhere with purpose, and always look like I'm in a hurry. Don't be put off by that. I promise I am approachable!

I love nail polish (see previous comment about Dollar Tree, as in my opinion, the best nail polish is purchased there).

I love paper crafts, particularly scrapbooking. I used to teach scrapbooking and cardmaking classes and hope to return to that someday.

When we travel, I am the most likely person to need to find the next rest stop, and the most likely person to be complaining about being hungry.

I love sunsets. Bad weather does not much bother me. You should never play Clue with me- I will win, every time. I love my coffee black. I love art supplies, carbohydrates, and movies from the 1990s. I rarely watch tv. I had very few friends growing up, but I have absolutely amazing friends in adulthood. I love to learn new things and meet new people. I hate noisy restaurants, lying, a messy kitchen, an unmade bed, and all signs in bathrooms that say, "Employees Must Wash Hands Before Returning to Work." That makes my mind go places I do not want it to go. And let's face it. If you need the sign, you're not washing your hands anyway.

If you're on the fence about seeking psychiatric care, message me. I would love nothing more than to help you find peace and contentment in your world.

02/17/2026

I hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend! I spent much of mine doing crafts with a friend and watching the Olympics. It was lovely!

02/06/2026

I have a unique background as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, actively practicing in both disciplines.

For some of my psychiatric patients, this has given them a relationship with a provider that really understands the stressors they experience in their own practices.

For the physician who is struggling to move past a terribly unexpected patient outcome, for the NP or PA that needs to be able to talk through a code and use all of the medical jargon with someone who can hear it raw, without the need for interpretation, for the shared understanding of what it is to present a case to the M&M committee, I am here.

I understand all of it. Professionally, and through personal experience. The adrenaline, the death, the what ifs, the feeling of not being sure if you ever want to go back.

I commit to seeing new patients within 72 hours of first contact. A new evaluation is $300 and follow up is $150. HSA/FSA funds can be used. A Superbill is provided for your use in obtaining out of network reimbursement. Early morning, weekend, and evening appointments are routinely available. I do not believe there is a schedule that I cannot accommodate.

Questions? Email me. Mindy@olivellc.org

02/01/2026

One person says, “I love the fresh snow. The way the sun is shining, it sparkles like diamonds.” 💎

The next person says, “It’s making a glare in my eyes.” 👀

Same snow.

You choose your perspective.

(*actual conversation in my family this morning*)

02/01/2026

January reading!

A Nearly Normal Family is just the motivation you need to never allow your children on social media.

The Picasso Heist for constant action and plot twists.

The Last Life Boat to break your heart and teach you a lesson in history.

The Messy Lives of Book People to recall your own favorite childhood book with nostalgia.

My favorite of these? The Last Life Boat.

01/31/2026

So how have you done with 5 consecutive days of missed school this week?

Were you enjoying hot chocolate with frozen kids, or were you frantically trying to find childcare?

Were you reading a book by the fireplace, or were you texting friends to borrow heaters because your furnace went out?

Did you find joy?

Fireplace or frozen, you can still find joy if you're looking in the right places.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management to children, adolescents, and adults. I believe that everyone can experience joy, and I would love to help you find yours in the midst of whatever circumstances characterize your life. Joy doesn't come from medication, but medication can help calm the internal chaos while you cultivate strategies and resources to help you find joy.

I commit to seeing new patients within 72 hours of first contact. A new evaluation is $300 and follow up is $150. HSA/FSA funds can be used. A Superbill is provided for your use in obtaining out of network reimbursement. Weekend and evening appointments are routinely available.

Questions? Email me. Mindy@olivellc.org

01/24/2026

What was your first thought when you heard about the snow coming this weekend?

Were you excited to get a fire in the fireplace, choose a new book, and get your favorite mug ready for hot chocolate?

Did you worry about needing to get to work on bad roads?

Were you concerned about who might shovel your driveway because you are not able?

Did you start dreading being with your family, or were you looking forward to the break from the world and already have a puzzle picked and the Uno deck out?

Your first thoughts about this weekend probably told you a lot about your family, your support system, and your overall outlook on life, whether you realized it or not.

If you're at a crossroads, feeling overwhelmed, and realizing that you feel trapped, snowstorm or not, I would love to help you navigate your next steps.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management to children, adolescents, and adults. I treat anxiety, depression, autism, and the full spectrum of psychiatric needs.

I commit to seeing new patients within 72 hours of first contact. A new evaluation is $300 and follow up is $150. HSA/FSA funds can be used. A Superbill is provided for your use in obtaining out of network reimbursement. Weekend and evening appointments are routinely available.

Questions? Email me. Mindy@olivellc.org