Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP serves as Director of Clinical Nursing Operations at Salma Health, bringing more than 20 years of experience as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He leads the organization’s nurse practitioner team, ensuring clinical excellence, evidence-based standards, and coordinated psychiatric care across programs.
He is also a Professor at the University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing, where he received the UCSF Academic Senate Distinction in Teaching Award. As a researcher, he has collaborated on translational studies of psilocybin and MDMA within the Translational Psychedelics Research program and the Carhart-Harris Lab at UCSF. He is a cofounder of the Organization of Psychedelic and Entheogenic Nurses and has published in leading peer-reviewed journals including the American Journal of Nursing, Frontiers in Psychiatry, The Journal of Humanistic Psychotherapy, and JAMA.
An internationally invited speaker, Andrew has lectured at SXSW, the Aspen Health Ideas Festival, TEDx, the Singapore Ministry of Health, and Oxford University.
At Salma Health, Andrew champions multidisciplinary collaboration and accountable, outcomes-driven care. He believes that integrated psychiatric practice, grounded in science and delivered with clarity, supports measurable progress and long-term brain health stability.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salma Health right for me?
If you’re living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health challenges and haven’t found the relief you deserve, Salma Health may be a good fit. Our approach combines advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment, and compassionate care to help you find what truly works for you. The first step is a short consultation with our team, we’ll help determine the best path forward together.
Does Salma Health take insurance?
Yes. We accept most major insurance plans, including TRICARE, Medicare and a range of commercial providers. Our billing team will verify your benefits, review your coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs before your visit. For any questions about insurance or payment, please contact our team directly.
How do I know what therapies are right for me?
Every journey at Salma Health begins with a comprehensive evaluation led by our clinical team. Together, we’ll understand your symptoms, history, and goals, then design a personalized care plan that may include TMS, esketamine, talk therapy, or other evidence based treatments. No two care plans are alike; each is tailored to your unique needs.
