Dr. Austin Heaps
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Director, South Weber
Bio
Austin Heaps is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over six years of experience in the mental health field. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Utah, where he also completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Before that, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science while playing College Baseball at Utah Valley University. Austin was inspired to pursue a career in mental health care through personal, familial, and friend experiences facing mental health challenges. These experiences gave him a deep appreciation for how effective mental health treatment can significantly improve the lives of both patients and their families. His practice is rooted in compassion, evidence-based care, and a commitment to supporting individuals on their journey to wellness.
Austin Heaps is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over six years of experience providing mental health care to veterans. His clinical work has focused on treating a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorder, and various personality disorders. Austin has experience managing complex cases that require consistent follow-up and supportive therapy. He is passionate about working with both veterans and the general population, and is committed to delivering care that is empathetic, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice.
Austin Heaps specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions with particular expertise in working with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. His training as a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) has equipped him with advanced clinical skills in psychopharmacology, psychiatric assessment, and therapeutic interventions. Austin focuses on supportive therapy, along with motivational interviewing, which is integrated into his care to foster trust, engagement, and long-term progress with his patients.
From the Provider
I value the importance of maintaining my mental health and well-being as part of delivering effective care to others. I do this by prioritizing my regular physical health, time outdoors, and making meaningful connections with family and friends. I practice mindfulness and positive self-talk regularly, which helps me stay grounded and resilient. I work to model the same wellness principles I encourage my patients to use.
I enjoy spending time outdoors and staying active. My hobbies include anything outdoors, hiking, snowboarding, camping, and spending time with my family. I am a baseball fan and love visiting ballparks-regardless of the team playing. A fun fact is that I played college baseball. I also find a lot of enjoyment and peace in the mountains, especially when I can do this while horseback.
My approach to treatment has a strong emphasis on compassion, collaboration, and individualized treatment. I believe in building trusting relationships that start with feeling heard and understood. My philosophy combines evidence-based psychiatric care with supportive therapies and techniques to help patients feel empowered in their recovery or continued stability of mental health. I like to take a holistic view of mental health, considering personal, social, and lifestyle factors affecting patients’ well-being. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore these challenges, set meaningful goals, and work toward lasting change.