Dr. Fanelli and Dr. Jimenez have been
working together since 2016, when they first collaborated at St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago. Together, they developed a robust psychiatric mental health program that grew to serve multiple facilities across the Community Health System (now Powers Health) in Northwest Indiana.
Their shared passion for learning, teaching,
and Clinical excellence has shaped their careers. As committed educators and clinical faculty at Indiana University, they have mentored and trained numerous students, both medical residents and psychiatric nurse practitioner trainees, fostering the growth of the next generation of mental health providers.
When it comes to patient care, we believe that time,
understanding, and genuine connection are essential. You won’t find a psychiatrist or PMHNP more committed to truly getting to know you and your unique story. We are not afraid to take on complex or challenging cases—it's what we do best. Mental illness does not discriminate, and we recognize that anyone, at any point in life, may need support.
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Our promise is to provide care that is prompt, private, and comprehensive—delivered with compassion and respect, every step of the way.
"For me, being a psychiatrist is
a calling. I am passionate about what I do."
Meet Dr. Joseph Gerard Fanelli, MD.
Dr. Joseph Gerard Fanelli, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with nearly 40 years of
experience in Northwest Indiana. He graduated from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University in 1986 and specializes in complex psychiatric and neurological conditions, including ADHD, bipolar disorder, and treatment-resistant depression.
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Dr. Fanelli serves as adjunct clinical faculty at the Indiana University School of
Medicine, where he mentors psychiatric residents. He focuses on neuromodulation treatments such as TMS, ECT, and Esketamine, and is the co-owner of Advanced Neuropsychiatric Services of Northwest Indiana. He also provides care both virtually and in person.
Accreditations
- Licensed Physician (MD)
Indiana Medical Licensing Board
- Board Certified in Psychiatry
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (1986)
- Residency in Psychiatry
Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois
Professional Recognitions
Dr. Fanelli is the co-founder and a board member of the Psychiatric Mental Health
Consortium (PMHC) of Northwest Indiana, an organization committed to professional development, collaboration, and innovation in mental health care.
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A dedicated mentor to both PMHNPs and MD residents, Dr. Fanelli is a strong
advocate for interdisciplinary care and the expanding role of psychiatric nurse practitioners. His leadership reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing mental health services and education in the region.
Dr. Joseph Gerard Fanelli is currently taking new patients and can see them both virtually or in person.
"For me, being a psychiatrist is
a calling. I am passionate about what I do."
Meet Dr. Jennifer S. Jimenez, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC.
Dr. Jimenez began her advanced nursing journey as a Family Nurse Practitioner in
2012, then expanded her expertise by completing a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Indiana University in 2015. She went on to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2021. Today, she serves as the PMHNP Clinical Track Coordinator and a Clinical Assistant Professor at IU Indianapolis, where she blends her love for teaching with her dedication to mental health care. Dr. Jimenez is also the cofounder and president of the Psychiatric Mental Health Consortium (PMHC) in Northwest Indiana, a collaborative organization focused on advancing mental health services and support in the region.
Accreditations
​- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
Indiana State Board of Nursing
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Indiana State Board of Nursing
- Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)​​
Education
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Loyola University Chicago
- Post-Master’s Certificate – Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Indiana University School of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner Track
Indiana University South Bend
Professional Recognitions
Dr. Jimenez is a recognized leader and advocate in the field of psychiatric nursing.
She is the owner, co-founder, and current president of the Psychiatric Mental Health Consortium of Northwest Indiana LLC, an organization dedicated to fostering professional collaboration and education among mental health providers. Under her leadership, the Consortium has launched several initiatives, including organizing professional development events and community outreach programs. Most notably, she led the planning and execution of the inaugural NWI Psych Summit in 2024, a regional conference focused on advancing psychiatric care and interdisciplinary learning.
Her professional involvement extends to active membership in national
organizations such as the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), reflecting her ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, advocacy, and lifelong learning in the nursing profession.