
Ariel Hawks-Feldman, RN, BSN, OHM
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Intern
Ariel works with clients under the supervision of Fawn Workman, PMHNP.,
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Ariel earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Florida State University in 2008. She is currently studying to earn her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree at Yale University.
Ariel has a background in critical care medicine, working with pediatric and adult populations, as well as high-risk maternal-fetal medicine, public health, and research. Ariel’s professional journey also includes experience in veterinary medicine, reflecting her deep passion for the human-animal bond.
Her profound interest in the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health led her to complete a One Health Master’s degree at the University of Alaska in 2024. During her studies, she focused on the intersection of Indigenous communities, climate change, and mental health, working closely with remote Native Alaskan communities to address these challenges. This transformative experience inspired her to pursue her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree at Yale University.
Ariel’s clinical interests include nature-based interventions, integrative psychiatry, animal-assisted therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Currently, she is training as a PMHNP, participating in a fellowship focused on psychodynamic psychotherapy, and pursuing certification as a clinical herbalist.
In her free time, Ariel enjoys working with humans and animals, creating pottery, volunteering, conducting research, and studying plant medicine. She is committed to fostering a sense of safety and comfort for those she works with, striving to be fully present and deeply attuned to each individual’s needs. Ariel is excited to join Fawn this semester and looks forward to learning from her experience!
Ariel works with established clients of MySpectrum under the supervision of Fawn Workman through a referral from their Therapist. If you would like to work with a Therapist at MySpectrum, call us today to schedule an appointment: (804) 924 2236, option 1, or clicking here.