Amy VanderHerp, PA-C, is a Certified Physician Assistant with over a decade of clinical experience, bringing a warm, nonjudgmental approach to psychiatric care at Stella Mental Health's Springville, Utah location.
Becoming a medical provider has been a lifelong dream for Amy. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science — with minors in Biology and Chemistry — from Utah State University in 2004, before completing her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona in 2010. Her diverse background in pediatrics, family medicine, and pain management gives her a uniquely comprehensive perspective when caring for patients, allowing her to consider the whole person — not just the presenting concern.
Amy is passionate about building long-term relationships with her patients and believes the best care is built on communication, understanding, and compassion. She specializes in medication management for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, and works alongside the broader Stella team to connect patients with additional services — including ketamine-assisted therapy, TMS, and therapy referrals — when the situation calls for it. She sees mental and physical health as deeply intertwined, and her goal is to help patients thrive in both.
Outside of the clinic, Amy is happiest outdoors. You'll likely find her horseback riding, camping, or 4-wheeling with her family — and enthusiastically chasing after the hobbies of her three kids.
Michael Curfew, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, including six years dedicated to mental health. He earned his advanced nursing degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions and holds additional master’s degrees in business administration and counseling.
Michael’s broad clinical background includes inpatient psychiatry, outpatient medication management, emergency consultation, detox and rehabilitation services, and work with both adult and pediatric populations. His comprehensive training across these settings allows him to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Michael’s approach emphasizes collaboration, education, and compassion. He believes that healing happens through understanding, consistency, and partnership, and he focuses on helping patients find balance and lasting improvement in their mental health and overall well being.
Dallin Bawden is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. He earned his nursing undergraduate (RN) degree from the University of Utah in 2018. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in 2018 and went on to complete his Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health at the University of Utah in 2024.
Dallin has experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, and more. He specializes in ADHD and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Dallin believes in a holistic, patient-centered approach to care while recognizing effective treatment often combines medication, therapy, and lifestyle adjustments. His goal is to work collaboratively with each patient to create a customized treatment plan that aligns with their goals, values, and needs.
Dallin proudly provides LGBTQ+ affirming care and offers advanced treatment options such as ketamine infusion therapy along with private ketamine-assisted sessions. His compassionate and down-to-earth approach helps patients feel comfortable, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
Outside of his clinical work, Dallin enjoys playing guitar, attending concerts, staying active, and sharing his signature sense of humor—complete with the occasional (and often appreciated) dad jokes.