Meet Our Providers
SANA KALRA, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Holistic Mental Health Care, Reimagined
✔ Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
✔ Certified in Ketamine Therapy & Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
✔ Actively training in and incorporating Integrative & Functional Psychiatry
📍 Serving Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island
Specialties:
✔ Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis
✔ Medication Management & Psychotherapy
✔ Integrative & Functional Psychiatry
✔ Ketamine Therapy
✔ ADHD Evaluation
✔ Holistic Mental Health Care
✔ Lifestyle Coaching
✔ Mentoring & Preceptorship
A Compassionate & Inclusive Approach
Sana Kalra is deeply committed to breaking the stigma around mental health and bridging care gaps for single parents, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other underserved communities. She creates a safe, affirming, and inclusive space where clients feel seen, valued, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
About Sana Kalra, PMHNP-BC
Sana is a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in healthcare. Her transition from Registered Nurse to PMHNP reflects a lifelong passion for supporting others in their healing journeys, with a clinical approach rooted in empathy, respect, and client-centered care.
As a BIPOC provider of Indian heritage and the daughter of first-generation immigrant parents, Sana brings a deeply personal understanding of the cultural, societal, and generational dynamics that shape mental health. Raised in a family influenced by both Hinduism and Islam, she grew up navigating the intersecting expectations of two religious traditions—each carrying its own set of values, beliefs, and pressures. Over time, she forged her own spiritual path, grounded in personal truth, curiosity, and compassion. This journey gave her insight into the powerful impact of faith, identity, and gender on mental and emotional well-being—particularly for women in communities where questioning norms can be isolating. Because of this, Sana is especially committed to providing a nonjudgmental space where all individuals—regardless of their faith, beliefs, or background—feel respected, welcomed, and safe to be themselves.
As a woman of color, she has personally experienced the weight of cultural and religious expectations that often silence vulnerability and stigmatize mental health. These lived experiences—shaped by navigating generational trauma, societal pressures, and the ongoing work of personal healing—have deeply informed her empathy and her commitment to inclusive, affirming care.
Sana is also a proud mother and single parent of four children who identify as both Indian and African American. Her journey of resilience, identity exploration, and growth is at the heart of her professional mission: to create a safe, empowering space where others can do the same.
She believes that mental health care must be culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and rooted in mutual trust, collaboration, and compassion. Her practice is a safe haven for people from all walks of life—especially BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ communities, single parents, immigrants, and anyone who has felt unseen or marginalized in traditional care settings.
Blending clinical expertise with authenticity and heart, Sana honors the whole person in all their complexity. Through her work, she seeks to uplift and affirm each client’s truth, helping them reclaim their story, reconnect with their power, and move toward a life of intention, self-acceptance, and healing.
Sana's approach to Psychiatry & Mental Wellness
Sana is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in integrative and psychedelic medicine. She is certified in Ketamine and Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy through the Psychedelic Research and Training Institute (PRATI) and is currently completing a fellowship in Functional and Integrative Psychiatry with Psychiatry Redefined.
In addition to her psychiatric specialization, Sana is pursuing her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) at the University of Alabama-Birmingham and working toward certification as an Adult-Gerontologic Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP). These advanced studies reflect her commitment to whole-person, lifespan-oriented care that bridges mind and body.
At Mental Serenity Psychiatric Services, Sana provides personalized, evidence-based treatment that moves beyond traditional medication management. Her approach is rooted in the principles of integrative psychiatry and trauma-informed care, combining:
- Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
- Functional psychiatry & advanced lab testing
- Holistic modalities (e.g., nutritional support, sleep hygiene, mindfulness)
- Collaborative care planning tailored to each individual’s goals, identity, and lived experience
She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and treatment-resistant conditions, offering a compassionate and empowering alternative for those who haven’t found relief through conventional care alone.
With a deep respect for each person's autonomy, identity, and cultural background, Sana fosters a safe and inclusive healing space—one where clients can explore transformation grounded in both science and soul.
Welcome to Our West Hartford, CT Office
Step into a space designed with your comfort and healing in mind. Nestled in a quiet, accessible location with its own parking lot and views of a charming porch, our West Hartford office offers a peaceful sanctuary where you can pause, breathe, and simply be.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy reclining sofa, soft pillows and blankets, and gentle lighting that creates a calm, grounding environment. Whether you're here for medication management, psychotherapy, or a ketamine therapy session, our goal is to make you feel safe, supported, and truly cared for.
Our space includes a shared waiting area and nearby restrooms for your convenience. After your session, you may exit through a private door that leads to a serene front porch—offering you a moment of stillness as you step back into your day, carry forward your healing, and embrace your journey with intention.
This space was created to feel more like a retreat than a clinic—a place where you can settle in, release your worries, and reconnect with your wellness.
We’re honored to welcome you here and walk beside you on your path toward healing and wholeness.