Dr. Renea is a dedicated Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a passion for mental health, patient-centered care, and lifelong learning. She is a Board-Certified Lifespan Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and holds independent prescriptive authority (APRN-Rx) in Hawaii, Washington, and Oregon. Education & Credentials
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)- Frontier Nursing University
Post-Graduate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency- Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)- University of Southern Indiana
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Community Mental Health Counseling- University of Hawaii
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)- Indiana University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (B.S.)- University of Florida
Associate of Science in Marketing (A.S.) - Hawaii Pacific University
Professional Experience Dr. Renea was one of only two clinicians selected for a prestigious post-master’s PMHNP residency at Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, where she gained extensive experience treating individuals with complex mental health and medical conditions. Her diverse background includes experience in: ✔ 20+ years in Psychiatric and Mental Health Care (inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and trauma) ✔ Perinatal, Postpartum and Children's Health ✔ Critical Care Nursing (ICU, Emergency Psychiatry) ✔ Adolescent Behavioral Health & Juvenile Corrections Public Health, School Nursing & Research ✔ Public Health, School Nursing & Research
Counseling & Mental Health
Women’s mental health, divorce support, and pregnancy loss
Children, adolescents, and at-risk youth behavioral health
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), depression, anxiety, and grief
Community mental health and trauma-informed care
Young adults and LGBTQ+ ally
Teaching & Higher Education Dr. Renea has taught 100+ courses in higher education, including:
Undergraduate psychology, communication, and sociology
Professional Affiliations Dr. Renea actively stays at the forefront of psychiatric research and best practices as a member of:
American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
Neuroscience Education Institute
Hawaii Psychological Association
Hawaii Chamber of Commerce member
Beyond the Clinic Outside of her professional life, Dr. Renea finds joy in spending time with family and friends, reading, exploring coffee shops, and embracing the ocean waves with sandy toes. She thrives on deep conversations, music, travel, and helping others live their best lives.