Michael Folaumahina, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker providing individuals with thoughtful, evidence-based psychotherapy. His clinical experience spans private practice, school systems, medical settings, residential treatment, and hospital-based crisis services, giving him a well-rounded perspective on everyday challenges and higher-acuity care.
Michael earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Utah and his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Utah Valley University. He specializes in working with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD/PTSI, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and complex life transitions.
His approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), with a strong emphasis on psychoeducation. Michael believes that by understanding your thoughts, emotions, and patterns, you take a critical step toward meaningful change.
Known for his calm, grounded presence, Michael creates a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered. He is especially passionate about supporting men to engage in their mental health through honest and healthy ways. He also strongly believes in providing an affirming, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Michael works with clients ages 12 and up and is committed to helping each person build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and move forward in their mental health journey with clarity and purpose.
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.
Destiny Manner is a certified physician assistant specializing in psychiatry. She completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Weber State University and has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. Her clinical interests include women's mental health, postpartum depression, addiction medicine, chronic pain, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders. She specializes in working with adult and elderly populations using a client-centered approach, psychedelic integration, rest and relaxation techniques, self-management strategies, and sleep hygiene education.
Destiny values hard work and honesty, and she is passionate about building strong, trusting connections with her patients. She strives to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where her patients can feel comfortable being themselves. Destiny believes in a collaborative, empowering approach to care and treatment planning, and encourages patients to be active participants in their mental health journey. Whether the treatment plan involves therapy, lifestyle changes, or medication management, she is there to support and guide each step of the journey.
Destiny chooses to meet patients where they are and brings warmth, sincerity, and a touch of humor to every encounter. She is especially motivated to help those who are ready to make meaningful changes. Destiny is passionate about helping others understand their own mental health, and she views education as an essential part of the healing process. Her goal is to help her patients feel more in control, more hopeful, and more connected to the life they want to live.
Destiny is a Utah native and loves being outdoors, especially in the mountains. She enjoys playing pickleball, laughing with friends, and spending quality time with her husband and son.
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.
Christina's scope of practice and approach as a psychiatric PA-C is influenced by her prior career as a social worker. Prior to PA school she worked in a psychology as a cognitive behavioral therapist for research in mood disorders and pain with the University of Texas at Arlington. Deciding she wanted to become more adept with psychiatrics assessments she moved to work in the emergency department at Texas Health Recourses Hospital in Dallas, Texas where she had multiple duties including administering psychiatric and chemical dependency assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and resource coordination for multiple populations.