Haven Halk, FNP

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Haven Halk, FNP Medical Director at Sacred Circle Healthcare: Family Nurse Practitioner & Therapeutic Pain Specialist certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy

I am Family Nurse Practitioner board certified through the AANP. I obtained my MSN from Frontier Nursing University and I have worked at Carbon Medical Service in Price, Utah providing primary care with disease treatment, wellness promotion, disease prevention and screening, and community support for the clients of Carbon Medical Service since 2018. I provide care for entire families, women's heal

th, DOT exams, substance abuse treatment, Hepatitis C screening and treatment. I am also a Therapeutic Pain Specialist through Evidence in Motion (EIM) and am certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy. I evaluate and treat chronic pain conditions with an evidence based approach focusing on the biopsychosocial model of pain, Pain Reprocessing Therpay, Pain Neuroscience Education, and teach self-management techniques to my clients. I developed this patient-centered persistent pain education program - the first in Carbon and Emery Counties! (Disclosure: I am not affiliated with any pain clinic nor do I replace my client's Pain Management Physicians. I work along side the client's Pain Management Provider toward the mutual goal of improved function and reduced pain.)

24/07/2025

On Thursday, July 24th we will be closed! It’s going to be a hot weekend so don’t forget to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen. Regular business hours will resume on Friday, July 25th at 8 AM.

21/06/2025

🎉 FREE Family Event! 🎉
Join us for the Family Spirit: Home Visiting Program Kickoff at Wheeler Farm – Big Brown Barn in Murray, Utah!
📅 Friday, July 19th
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 6351 S 900 E, Murray, UT (Big Brown Barn at Wheeler Farm)
👶 For families with children prenatal to age 5
🍽️ Free lunch provided
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Bring the whole family out to connect, learn, and have fun! Come discover how the Family Spirit Program supports families like yours through early childhood and parenting.
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14/03/2025

DID YOU KNOW! There is more than one option for screenings other than a colonoscopy. 👀 Be aware! Contact us to make an appointment and discuss your options with a Sacred Circle Healthcare provider.

Brain Awareness Week: You Are Not Your ThoughtsFor those living with chronic pain, the mind can be just as relentless as...
14/03/2025

Brain Awareness Week: You Are Not Your Thoughts

For those living with chronic pain, the mind can be just as relentless as the body. Thoughts like “I am broken” or “I will never heal” can feel overwhelming and absolute. But what if you didn’t have to fight these thoughts—only see them for what they are?

A powerful shift happens when we create space between ourselves and our thoughts. Instead of saying “I am broken,” try saying, “I’m having a thought that I am broken.” This small change reminds us that a thought is just a mental event, not a truth.

When we stop letting our thoughts define us, we take away their control. This is a key part of Pain Reprocessing Therapy—learning to relate to pain and fear-driven thoughts in a new way. The brain is adaptable, and with practice, we can train it to move toward safety, resilience, and even relief.

This Brain Awareness Week, let’s remember: We don’t have to control our thoughts—we just have to stop them from controlling us.

Your Brain, Pain, and the Power of HopeIt’s Brain Awareness Week, and there’s no better time to talk about something our...
12/03/2025

Your Brain, Pain, and the Power of Hope

It’s Brain Awareness Week, and there’s no better time to talk about something our brains are wired for—negative bias. This is our brain’s natural tendency to focus on danger, threats, and worst-case scenarios. While this bias once helped us survive, it can work against us, especially for those living with chronic pain.

When pain persists, our brain starts interpreting it as a sign of ongoing danger, reinforcing fear and hopelessness. Thoughts like “This will never get better” or “I’m broken” are not truths—they’re echoes of a nervous system stuck in overprotection mode.

But here’s the truth: There is always hope.

Hope can feel scary when we’ve been disappointed before. But it’s also a lifeline, a way to remind our brain that safety and healing are possible. Science shows that our brains are changeable—we can rewire them, shift out of fear, and reduce pain over time.

So if your brain is telling you there’s no way forward, know this: Brains can change. Pain can change. And hope is never out of reach.

🧠 Brain Awareness Week: Managing Our Thoughts with MindfulnessDid you know that the average human has around 60,000–70,0...
10/03/2025

🧠 Brain Awareness Week: Managing Our Thoughts with Mindfulness

Did you know that the average human has around 60,000–70,000 thoughts per day? That’s a lot of mental chatter!

Many of these thoughts are automatic, repetitive, and sometimes even untrue. Our brains are wired to scan for danger and solve problems, which can lead to negative or anxious thinking. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to believe every thought you think.

Mindfulness helps us step back and observe our thoughts without getting caught up in them. By practicing awareness, we can:
✨ Recognize unhelpful thought patterns
✨ Respond instead of react
✨ Cultivate more peace and presence

This Brain Awareness Week, take a moment to pause, breathe, and remind yourself: You are not your thoughts. 💙

This , we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women worldwide. But we also recognize that the fight...
09/03/2025

This , we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women worldwide. But we also recognize that the fight for equality is far from over—especially when it comes to healthcare.

Women are disproportionately affected by chronic pain, yet their pain is often dismissed or undertreated compared to men’s:

📌 Chronic pain is more common in women – Studies show that women are more likely to experience conditions like migraines, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune disorders. Yet, research into these conditions remains underfunded.

📌 Pain is often dismissed – Women are less likely than men to receive pain medication and more likely to be prescribed antidepressants instead, reinforcing outdated stereotypes about pain being “all in their head.”

📌 Gender bias in healthcare is real – Research has found that women’s pain is taken less seriously by doctors, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. This can have devastating consequences, particularly for conditions like endometriosis, which takes an average of 7–10 years to diagnose.

Chronic pain isn’t just a medical issue—it’s a gender equality issue. Women deserve to be believed, supported, and treated with the same urgency as men.

This International Women’s Day, let’s commit to breaking the bias in pain care. Every woman in pain deserves to be heard.

07/03/2025

Measles is on the Rise in the U.S! We Urge You to Know the Risks & Stay Safe!

Our health is our strength! Due to measle cases on the rise, the information shared is our best defense. Let's separate fact from myth and stay informed.
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The MMR vaccine is the safest & most effective way to prevent measles. Schedule your vaccination today by calling Sacred Circle Healthcare!
Protect yourself. Protect your community. Let's act now!

It’s Valentines’s Day! Let’s bust some myths about lovability! 💕 Many of us move through life believing, deep down, that...
14/02/2025

It’s Valentines’s Day! Let’s bust some myths about lovability! 💕

Many of us move through life believing, deep down, that we are difficult to love. This belief doesn’t form out of nowhere. It often takes root in childhood, shaped by experiences of neglect, criticism, or emotional distance. Even well-intentioned parents who lacked emotional intelligence may have left us feeling unseen, unworthy, or like love had to be earned.

For those who experience chronic pain, this belief can be especially harmful. The nervous system, already wired for hypervigilance, absorbs rejection—real or perceived—like a wound that never quite heals. It can leave us feeling isolated, ashamed, or undeserving of care, reinforcing a cycle of pain and self-neglect.

But here’s the truth: You were never unlovable. You learned to feel this way, and you can learn something new.

How to Challenge This Belief and Open Yourself to Love
1. Recognize the Voice – Notice when thoughts of unworthiness arise. Who does this voice sound like? Is it truly yours, or was it handed down to you?
2. Practice Self-Compassion – Speak to yourself the way you would a dear friend. Replace harsh self-talk with warmth.
3. Meet Your Own Needs First – Learn to give yourself the patience and kindness you’ve longed for from others. This can be as simple as resting when you’re tired, comforting yourself in moments of distress, or honoring your body’s needs.
4. Let Safe Relationships In – Healing happens in connection. Surround yourself with people who affirm your worth, and who remind you that love is meant to feel safe, not like a test you have to pass.
5. Move Through the World as If You Are Loved – Stand a little taller, take up space, and engage with life from a place of worthiness. Your body and mind will start to believe what you practice.

Your pain is not proof of unworthiness. If anything, it is a sign that you need—and deserve—more care, not less. Love is not something you have to earn; it’s something you were always meant to receive. And it starts with you.

We often have the best intentions—to be there for a friend, to express gratitude, to offer a helping hand—but it’s our a...
13/02/2025

We often have the best intentions—to be there for a friend, to express gratitude, to offer a helping hand—but it’s our actions that truly make an impact. Simple, thoughtful gestures carry more weight than the greatest unfulfilled intentions.

Here are a few small ways to show kindness today:
💛 Send a text to someone just to say you appreciate them
💛 Offer a genuine smile to a stranger
💛 Actively listen without rushing to fix or advise
💛 Let someone go ahead of you in line
💛 Compliment a coworker or loved one on something they might not even notice about themselves
💛 Write a short note or card for someone who could use encouragement

Why does this matter?
Acts of kindness don’t just uplift others—they also soothe our own nervous systems. When we engage in kindness, our bodies release oxytocin, the “love hormone,” which calms stress, reduces pain perception, and fosters a sense of connection. This is especially powerful for those struggling with chronic pain, as feeling supported and connected can help rewire the brain’s response to pain.

So today, instead of just thinking about kindness, take one small action. It may seem simple, but the ripple effect is profound—for you and for others.

Random Acts of Kindness Week Begins Today! “Every single time you help somebody stand up, you are helping humanity rise....
11/02/2025

Random Acts of Kindness Week Begins Today!

“Every single time you help somebody stand up, you are helping humanity rise.” – Steve Maraboli

Kindness is a powerful force—one small act can lift someone’s spirits, change their day, or even transform their life. Whether it’s offering a smile, lending a hand, or simply listening, every moment of kindness strengthens our shared humanity.

But kindness isn’t just for others—it starts within. When we are gentle with ourselves this self-kindness overflows into our relationships. It nurtures our loved ones, brightens our friendships, and even reaches strangers we pass on the street.

For those living with chronic pain, kindness can be life-changing. Research shows that social support, positive interactions, and self-compassion can reduce pain levels and improve well-being. A kind word, an understanding ear, or a moment of shared empathy can ease the burden of someone’s pain in ways we may never fully understand.

This week, let’s commit to kindness—toward others and ourselves. Let’s lift each other up, because when one of us rises, we all rise.

What’s one act of kindness you gave or received recently?

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