Our Team
Our team at Balanced Behavioral Health is a group of dedicated and compassionate professionals, each bringing unique expertise to support your mental health journey. Get to know our experienced providers who are committed to offering personalized care and fostering a welcoming environment.
Elizabeth Templeman
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Elizabeth is an adult psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience. She has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings and treats a wide range of psychiatric and mental health issues. Areas of particular interest include geriatrics, working with women during pregnancy, clients with intellectual disabilities and delays, as well as working with the LGBTQ population. She has an extensive background in treating bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant depression. Working with clients struggling to find the proper treatment is a passion. She utilizes pharmacogenomic testing and extensive history-taking to collaborate with patients to develop a treatment plan.
Gina Settle
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Gina has always loved working with people, and found her passion in helping the child, adolescent and young adult populations.
Gina completed her training at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, graduating with honors from an intense accelerated program. Gina treats mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders and cognitive delays, but finds her passion in helping those with ADHD. She is licensed and certified to treat any age, but her practice focuses mainly on ages 2 to 35.
Gina is a member of the American Nurses Association, American Psychiatric Nurses Association, and was invited and inducted into 2 chapters of Sigma Theta Tau. Gina is a board certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Gina was born and raised in St Louis, Missouri and lived there until 2014 when she relocated to Lexington, KY. She has raised two kids who are happy, successful adults, and helping to raise four more! She enjoys time with all of her family and her dogs.
Lisa Horobin
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Lisa Horobin is an advanced practice registered nurse, board-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University and her masters degree at Eastern Kentucky University. Lisa has been working in the mental health field for 8 years in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
She currently treats clients aged 14 to 65. Her specialties include depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
Amy Penticuff
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Amy is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, treating ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, PTSD and other mental health conditions. She treats clients ages 16 and above. She is passionate about the impact of addiction and codependency and its effects on mental health. Her holistic treatment approach often includes Genesight testing, lifestyle assessment, in addition to medication management. Her compassion, knowledge, and empathy are the driving forces behind her dedication in assisting clients to reach their personal wellness goals. The key to a successful outcome is mutual collaboration and trust: “people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care.”-Roosevelt.
Catherine Permin
APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Brittany has over a decade of diverse healthcare experience, excelling in various roles such as critical care, community health, mental health, and nursing research. In addition to managing a recovery support center, she is a dedicated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, board certified, with a Master of Science in Nursing. She has been practicing as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since 2023. Brittany is passionate about providing comprehensive mental health services to clients of all ages. Her approach includes thorough psychiatric evaluations and personalized medication management. Believing in a holistic approach to mental health care, she focuses on the whole person, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and respected. Brittany addresses a wide range of mental health issues while guiding individuals on their journey of personal growth.
Our amazing team of APRNs at Balanced Behavioral Health is dedicated to providing top-notch medication management and mental health services. With their expertise and compassionate care, you can trust that you’re in the best hands on your journey to balance and wellness.
Ready to take the next step towards a healthier, more balanced life? Click the button to get in touch with Balanced Behavioral Health today. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.