Ben Jaggers, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC

(He/Him/His)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

"Together we can focus on a plan that is right for your current circumstances and future goals. By providing medication management and brief supportive therapy at each session, we not only work towards reducing your symptoms with medications, but work towards improving your overall wellbeing."

Depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, suicide, substance abuse, divorce and grief due to unexpected loss of siblings and children are just some of the mental health disorders and experiences Ben and his family have endured over the years. They have since recovered from these traumatic experiences, thanks in large part to mental health medication and therapy.

* Please Note: Only available during pre-scheduled appointment. To request an appointment with this provider, please go here

Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 2012
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2007
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Ben's Areas
of Expertise

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Chronic and Severe Illness, Depression, Divorce, Grief & Loss, LGBTQ Affirming Care, Mood Disorders, OCD, PTSD, Postpartum and Perinatal Depression, Psychosis, Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophrenia, Self-Esteem, Stress, Substance Use Disorder, Suicidal Thoughts, Trauma

Offering Medication Management Services For

Teens & Adults

Get to Know Ben

Selecting a mental health provider is a very personal decision. Learn a bit more about Ben and what to expect when you or a loved one receive care with us at Covenant Family Solutions. Our mission is to unleash your potential.

Ben Jaggers, ARNP, PMHNP-BC is devoted to helping others and watching them grow in their health transitions. It brings him great joy to witness others overcome adversity and he is grateful to be a part of that journey. This is evident in the care he provides and in his volunteer work. Ben previously served as the Vice Chair for Action for Africa: Love Beyond Borders.

Experienced and Compassionate

When you meet Ben, you’ll find him to be warm, compassionate, open and empathic. He’s highly knowledgeable in several areas of mental health from some of the most severe diagnoses requiring hospitalization to more mild disorders — although still impacting daily life.

As a former inpatient mental health provider, Ben has supported people through health transitions resulting in several hospitalizations per year to regaining their independence, healthy relationships and employment. He’s walked alongside individuals facing severe, life threatening alcoholism and helped them through recovery. But, his most rewarding moment with each person he cares for is the moment they fully recognize how to love and care for themselves. Seeing someone reach this state of balance where they become more healthy than unhealthy is truly amazing. Ben sees this potential in each person he meets.

Ben Understands Because He’s Been There Too

Family transmission of trauma and patterns in trauma are as fascinating as they are devastating. Depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, suicide, substance abuse, divorce and grief due to unexpected loss of siblings and children are just some of the mental health disorders and experiences Ben and his family have endured over the years. They have since recovered from these traumatic experiences, thanks in large part to mental health medication and therapy.

As painful as his family’s life experiences have been, each traumatic experience provided opportunities to grow and develop virtue. With sharing our experiences and supporting one another Ben’s family learned how to move forward with their grief and recover. Together they’ve learned to apologize for transgressions born of trauma, forgive one another, strengthen relationships, and discovered how to love themselves.

Ready to Serve You

Unsurprisingly, Ben joined the mental health field as it provides the opportunity to help others. The genuine empathy that developed out of his life experiences is cornerstone to how he cares for others. Ben primarily works with teens and adults, but is open to also working with older children.

Ready to Rock!

When he is not in the office, Ben plays lead guitar in a local cover band. They do David Bowie tribute shows and also play a variety of decade based music from 60s to present day. He also enjoys spending time with his family, including his five children in the outdoors hiking and camping.

If you are ready to focus on a plan that is right for your current circumstances and future goals, please reach out to schedule an appointment with Ben.

Request an Appointment with Ben

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Congratulations on taking this first step in achieving your goals. If you have never been seen by Ben before, please complete the form below to schedule a time to set up your first appointment. If you are a current or past client, please send us a message or call 1-888-336-9661.

CLINIC HOURS
Monday thru Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

CORALVILLE CLINIC
501 12th Ave, Suite 100
Coralville, IA 52241

Get Direction for Your Life!

Find inspiration on your path to mental wellness. Please note, these articles are not a replacement for personal medical advice.

When you are suffering from poor sleep hygiene, the impacts can be felt in every part of your life. It is much harder to manage emotions and think clearly when you are tired all the time.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help! Whether it’s from a friend, family member, trusted colleague or a professional, people are out there to help.

Eating disorders are something to be taken seriously. Although females make up the majority of cases, all genders are impacted.