Marcie Phalen

Marcie Phalen: A Dedicated Advocate for Mental Health

Marcie Phalen, a Columbus, OH, Registered Nurse (RN) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), is a beacon of inspiration in mental health. She is pursuing her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (PMHNP-BC) to specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a wide range of psychiatric needs. She is committed to mental health advocacy and works tirelessly to increase community-based resources and reduce the proliferation of mental health stigma.

At an early age, Marcie exhibited a keen interest in the human mind and a high aptitude for science. Growing up in a household where both parents are highly respected Ph.D. psychologists with over 70 years of combined experience likely played a crucial role in her interest in psychiatry. They set the example for her patient care style, demonstrating an extraordinary ability to connect with others and an unyielding willingness to help anyone in need, a friend, neighbor, or client.

Marcie grew up in the close-knit community of Bexley, Ohio, a charming Columbus suburb with a highly ranked public school system. She was shaped and enriched by her parents’ private psychological practice. Their deep commitment to mental health care and desire to transform patients’ lives left an indelible imprint upon Marcie. She witnessed their dedication to mental health advocacy, patient well-being, and dignity prioritization. Marcie exhibits this same unwavering compassion and strong allegiance to medical ethics today. She often reflects on the lessons she learned from their example, especially her parents’ ability to make everyone feel heard and valued, and aspires to emulate that spirit of care in her career.