Erin Haytaian, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a doctorate-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She began her nursing career in 2005 after earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin. She went on to obtain her Master of Science in Nursing in 2012 and her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2019 from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Dr. Haytaian has extensive experience across multiple areas of mental health care, including pediatric inpatient psychiatry, eating disorder treatment for children, psychiatric emergency services, acute care, and adult and family outpatient services. She has been providing telemedicine services since 2015 and currently practices in Texas, Oklahoma, and Minnesota.
Dr. Haytaian is passionate about expanding access to high-quality mental health care for individuals in both metropolitan and rural communities. Her goal is to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care through a technology-based platform that reduces barriers and increases accessibility. Through telemedicine, she provides culturally competent, compassionate, and therapeutic care guided by evidence-based research to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality treatment.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Haytaian enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She is an avid college football fan, enjoys traveling, and loves staying active outdoors. She remains deeply committed to helping individuals navigate their mental health needs with compassion and understanding.
To schedule an appointment, you can click “Request Appointment” on the top of the screen or call Optimal Brain MN Clinic at 651-472-5915. The provider accepts most insurance plans, including VA CCN.

