Our Team
The people behind your care
From your first phone call to every appointment, our team of clinicians and coordinators works together to make sure you feel heard, supported, and cared for.
Nashville, Tennessee
Our Green Hills team
Dr. Angela Shields, MD
Psychiatric Director
Board-Certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
Dr. Angela Shields is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience. Her clinical expertise includes treating adults with depression, mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse. She takes an evidence-based, whole health approach to patient care and believes in meeting you "where you are" on your road to recovery. Dr. Shields obtained her Bachelor of Science from Cornell University, graduating Summa Cum Laude, then completed the Medical Scientist Training Program at Vanderbilt Medical School, earning her MD and Ph.D. in Molecular Physiology and Biophysics. She completed her residency in Psychiatry at Vanderbilt Medical Center.
Elizabeth Elwood, PMHNP-BC
Clinical Director
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Elizabeth is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of experience in critical care and post-anesthesia nursing. She combines her extensive expertise in acute patient care with specialized mental health training to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. Elizabeth provides comprehensive longitudinal psychiatric care, medication management, and IV ketamine therapy, empowering her patients toward lasting wellness and improved quality of life.
Kate Rainwater
Clinic Coordinator
Kate developed many of the patient care protocols and workflows now standard across all Waybridge locations, influencing everything from initial phone interactions and intake to the clinic's aesthetic design. Her extensive background in customer care and commitment to creating meaningful experiences ensure that all Waybridge patients feel safe, welcome, and cared for throughout their treatment.
Omaha, Nebraska
Our Lakeside team
Dr. Angela Shields, MD
Psychiatric Director
Board-Certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
Dr. Angela Shields is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience. Her clinical expertise includes treating adults with depression, mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse. She takes an evidence-based, whole health approach to patient care and believes in meeting you "where you are" on your road to recovery. Dr. Shields obtained her Bachelor of Science from Cornell University, graduating Summa Cum Laude, then completed the Medical Scientist Training Program at Vanderbilt Medical School, earning her MD and Ph.D. in Molecular Physiology and Biophysics. She completed her residency in Psychiatry at Vanderbilt Medical Center.
Dr. Jena McFadden, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Provider
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jena McFadden is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Her doctoral project addressed compassion fatigue, compassion satisfaction, burnout and secondary stress trauma in the ICU nurses at Nebraska Medicine. Dr. McFadden is passionate about treating the entire person and understanding how the mind, body and spirit interrelate. She has an extensive nursing career ranging from adult neurological ICU to Boystown residential treatment center, pre-operative and post-operative care, to outpatient pediatric medicine. She is skilled in diagnosing and treating all major psychiatric disorders through a holistic therapeutic approach combined with medical management.
Stephanie Lovett, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Provider
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Stephanie has lived in the Omaha area for the last 14 years and is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She graduated magna cum laude from Creighton University's Accelerated Nursing Program in 2019 and worked as a cardiac nurse as well as in the growing virtual nursing space for four years before graduating with her Masters in Nursing from Clarkson College. She has been helping patients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mood disorders since starting in this field. She is trained in the latest evidence-based approaches to treatment-resistant depression and is passionate about helping patients reach their goals of symptom remediation and breaking free from the cycle of depression.
Julie Ann James
Patient Care Coordinator
With a deep passion for patient care, Julie is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and transformative environment for individuals undergoing ketamine therapy. As a valued member of the Omaha clinic, she ensures every patient feels comfortable, informed and empowered throughout their treatment journey. With over 20 years of customer service experience, Julie is committed to optimizing the therapeutic experience from the moment a patient walks through the door to their post-treatment care. Through compassionate support and attention to detail, she strives to make each session a meaningful step toward healing and well-being.
Tuck
Certified Therapy Dog
Tuck is a certified therapy dog with a heart as big as his paws! He brings comfort, joy and emotional support to those in need. Whether visiting local community events, providing a calming presence at the clinic, or simply offering a friendly wag, Tuck has a special way of making everyone feel at ease. With his gentle nature and loving spirit, Tuck plays an important role in spreading happiness and connection.
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