Luisa Collins Villares, APRN, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, ABAAHP, CPHIMS, DNP

What sets Luisa apart isn’t just her credentials, it’s her approach. She believes optimal health is more than the absence of disease; it’s vibrant living. By combining cutting-edge neuroscience, a systems biology perspective, and a strong foundation in preventive medicine, Luisa helps patients optimize brain and body function to not only extend lifespan but enhance life quality. Whether working with adolescents, adults, or seniors, she creates customized, patient centered plans that aim for vitality, resilience, and clarity.

Luisa’s commitment to medicine is matched by her love of service. She’s held roles with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the State of Nebraska Board of Health, and has received multiple awards, including the “International Nurse’s Day Research” award from Madrid, Spain. She has also presented her doctorate work on glutamatergic treatments in major depressive disorder, further cementing her place as a leader in mental health innovation.

Her clinical roots are deep. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Luisa gained hands-on experience in progressive care units, oncology, and international healthcare consulting. She’s also led initiatives in healthcare leadership, quality improvement, and informatics—drawing from a fascinating early career in tech with Dell and Austin start-ups.

When she’s not in the clinic or immersed in the latest medical research, you can find Luisa on the golf course, cycling, lifting weights, or enjoying the outdoors. She brings the same energy and focus to her personal passions as she does to her patients’ care.

Luisa’s philosophy is simple: combine science, heart, and innovation to help people live better and longer.