Susan Stevens

Dr. Susan Stevens is an Assistant Professor and Track Coordinator for the Psychiatric/Mental Health Lifespan Nurse Practitioner Specialty at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. She has over 40 years of experience in higher education and clinical practice, focusing on underserved populations, including refugees/asylum seekers and patients with complex trauma, substance abuse, and psychiatric disorders. Her roles combine clinical practice, education, and curriculum development.

• Education:
• DNP, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, MA
• MS in Nursing, MGH Institute of Health Professions
• MEd in Research and Evaluation, Boston College
• Babson College: 52 credits in MBA program
• BS in Secondary Education, Salem State University

Her research emphasizes mental health outcomes in vulnerable populations, such as those affected by human trafficking or HIV. She has published extensively on topics like mental health in asylum seekers and the intersection of HIV and mental health. Dr. Stevens pioneered simulation-based learning with standardized patients in nursing curricula and mentors students in evidence-based practice. She has managed large-scale projects and curriculum evaluations within the PMHNP program.

Her work bridges clinical practice and education, addressing gaps in mental health care delivery for marginalized groups. Though no awards are explicitly listed, her contributions to curriculum development and underserved populations highlight her impact in nursing education.