Behavioral Health Providers
List of Services
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Eric Benjamin, MD, BHMP
Dr. Eric Benjamin M.S, M.D graduated from Mt. SINAI school of Medicine where he completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry. He also completed a fellowship in Child-Adolescent psychiatry at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Dr. Benjamin did research in Nutritional Sciences and obtained an M.S. degree from the University of Wisconsin. He has published various articles in the American Academy of Child-Adolescent Psychiatry Journal as well as the Journal of Nutrition. For 24 years he was Section Chief of the Department of Behavioral and Developmental medicine at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. He has provided care to adolescents and young children with psychiatric disorders including Developmental Disorders Autism, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, depression, Eating Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Psychosis, Aggression and Tourette’s Syndrome.Eric Benjamin, MD, BHMP
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Emily Norris, PMHNP, NP Emily Norris is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with training and experience treating patients with a range of psychiatric illnesses. She provides ongoing treatment to those enrolled in Valle del Sol’s SMI program. Norris earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University in 2004 and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati in 2012. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field, she has a wealth of clinical experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of practice settings including inpatient, outpatient, and residential treatment programs. She is passionate about helping her patients improve their quality of life and was nominated for a Leadership and Advocacy RISE award, which recognizes providers in our community who inspire change and give voice to those who cannot always speak up for themselves. Originally from the Midwest, Norris enjoys cool autumn days, traveling, and spending time with her husband and two children.Emily Norris, PMHNP, NP
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Joan Butler, BHMP, NP Joan Butler graduated from the University of Utah in 2013 with a Master’s of Science in Nursing. Before joining Valle Del Sol as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, she worked in adolescent residential treatment facilities and bedside nursing on a Medical/Oncology Unit. Graduate studies included the homeless/serious mentally ill population as well as inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. Joan enjoys working with clients across the lifespan, from children to the elderly. Her areas of specialty include ADHD, Depression/Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, OCD, and behaviors associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder.Joan Butler, BHMP, NP
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Joann Arispe, PMHNP-BC
Joann is an Arizona board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing exceptional care to diverse patient populations. With over seven years of specialized experience in psychiatry, she is a compassionate, empathetic, and attentive professional with a deep commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals. Joann has a particular passion for treating individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. Committed to delivering holistic and culturally competent care, Joann aims to support both patients and their families while promoting mental health education within the community. Her goal is to reduce stigma and improve access to mental health care. Joann aims to explore various modalities in the patient’s treatment plans, including psychotherapy, mindfulness and meditation, dietary adjustments, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and yoga to support patients' overall mental and physical health. By fostering an environment of trust and respect, Joann aims to empower patients and their families to engage actively in their treatment and recovery processes.Joann Arispe, PMHNP-BC
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Krista LaBruzzo, MD, FASAM
Krista LaBruzzo, MD, FASAM
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