Dr. Kim Butts

Meet Dr. Kim Butts, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN, PMH-BC—a.k.a. Dr. Psych RN—your go-to sister in slaying emotional wellness with style and heart. With 34 years of nursing under my belt, I’m not just about talking the talk—I’m about real transformation. My mission? To bridge the gap between what we know about emotional health and what we actually live. Armed with a Doctor of Nursing Practice, a Master’s in Nursing Education, and board certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing (PMH-BC), I bring expertise, empathy, and a commitment to lifting others up. As a professor, a scholarly reviewer for the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, and a subject matter expert for the American Nurses Credentialing Center, I keep it real while keeping it professional. Oh, and I’m also part of stellar organizations like the American Nurses Association, Georgia Nurses Association, International Society of Psychiatric Nurses and Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society—because I believe in standing tall in excellence.

When I’m not helping my sisters find their emotional glow-up, you’ll catch me geeking out over history, jamming to my favorite tunes, or traveling to feed my curiosity and travel bug. Quality time with friends and family? That’s my real therapy. As a Black woman, I’m here to break mental health stigmas, keep emotional wellness culturally relevant, and empower us to thrive unapologetically. Sisterhood is my foundation, and I’m here to help you reclaim your peace and power. Let’s get to it! 💖✨