Elizabeth Feustel

Compassionate and seasoned healthcare professional with over 23 years of expertise in critical care and mental health nursing. Proficient in crisis intervention and care coordination, with a strong focus on clinical research related to the management of patients with persistent pain and co-occurring mental health conditions. Committed to leveraging a deep understanding of healthcare operations, evidence-based research publication, and interprofessional collaboration to enhance provider productivity and improve patient care outcomes. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to advancing healthcare delivery and enhancing patient experiences.

Bridging Gaps in Pain Management: A Qualitative Study of Nurse Navigator Roles. DOI: 10.1016/j.pmn.2025.07.008

Counselor/Mental Health Professional (MHP), Washington State Department of Health-Agency Credential

Northwest Anxiety Institute- Portland, Oregon May 11-July 30, 2026

Received 40 hours of comprehensive post-graduate training focused specifically on the assessment, management, and treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder using Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) treatment strategies. Clinical supervision provided by PhD- and PsyD-level clinicians included collaboration and consultation, clinical assessment, treatment planning, development of care hierarchies, identification of planned exposure interventions, and support for individuals participating in intensive outpatient, individual, and group treatment settings.