CYNTHIA GARBETT

As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (PMHNP-BC), and Assistant Professor at the College of Nursing at the University of Utah, I specialize in creating dynamic, student-centered learning experiences that integrate health equity, cultural humility, and patient-centered care. My teaching approach leverages innovative strategies such as simulation-based learning, unfolding case studies, and interprofessional collaboration to prepare students for real-world clinical practice.

I emphasize fostering psychological safety to encourage open dialogue on complex topics like social determinants of health, racism, and implicit bias. Through the "Knowing, Doing, and Being" framework, I guide students in developing critical thinking skills, professional identity, and empathy for diverse patient populations. My work empowers future psychiatric nurse practitioners to lead with compassion, equity, and clinical excellence.