BA, BS, MSN, RN, APRN, FNP-BC

Sarah Urbanec, APRN is Board Certified in Family Medicine by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She began her career in mental health while continuing to further her education and broaden her experiences ultimately deciding to provide holistic medicine with a focus on the mind-body connection.

Sarah earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln followed by her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She then worked as a float RN throughout the CHI and TNMC hospital systems, Boystown National Research Hospital, as well as, taking some time to serve as the Director of Nursing for a long-term care facility prior to earning her Nurse Practitioner. She has experience working in both the acute and clinic settings serving both the adult and pediatric populations. Sarah is most motivated by helping people to live their best life both mentally and physically while developing lasting relationships along the way.

Sarah was born in Littleton, CO but has called herself a member of the Omaha community since 2009. She has been happily married to her husband Adam since 2004 with whom she shares three children. When she isn’t practicing medicine she enjoys spending time with her family, watching her kids play their various sports, playing with her Coton de Tulear Rocky, reading, and cleaning ☺

APRN, FNP-BC

Erica Bowen, a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for empowering patients to achieve optimal health and wellness. She began her nursing journey at Nebraska Methodist College, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing at Purdue University.

With a wide range of clinical experience caring for patients across the lifespan, she brings a comprehensive, compassionate approach to every stage of care. Beginning her nursing career in women’s health, she developed a strong foundation in preventive care, hormonal health, and patient education.

As she transitions into functional medicine, her focus expands to addressing the root causes of illness, optimizing whole-body wellness, and creating individualized care plans that support long-term vitality. She is deeply motivated by creating meaningful change in her patients’ lives and helping others feel their most vibrant and optimal selves.

In her free time, Erica enjoys spending time with her loving husband and family, being outdoors, and competing in game nights with her closest friends :) 

Nutrition Therapist & Thermographer

Rylee Marshall is a Nutrition Therapist with a background in marketing and collegiate athletics at the University of Nebraska Omaha. Her own experience overcoming autoimmune and gut health challenges led her to pursue holistic nutrition, where she now incorporates thermography to support a more comprehensive approach to care at Balanced Health. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys life on the family farm with her boyfriend and their pets.

Clinic Manager & Phlebotomist

Maddy Dreamer, earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Northwest Missouri State University, where she also competed as a student-athlete on the university’s volleyball team for four years. Her experience as a collegiate athlete helped shape her into the disciplined, hardworking, and driven individual she is today — qualities she carries into both her personal and professional life.

Now a proud member of the Balanced Health team, she discovered her passion for functional health in a very personal way. Three years ago, she was referred to Balanced Health as a patient. That experience sparked a lifelong journey of understanding that the human body is an incredible machine capable of amazing things when it is supported and brought back into balance.

Today, Maddy is grateful to give back to the clinic as the full-time phlebotomist and front desk team member. Her unique perspective as a patient allows her to connect meaningfully with others, sharing encouragement and celebrating their successes. She finds great fulfillment in witnessing the same life-changing shifts in patients that she once experienced herself.

Outside of work, Maddy enjoys spending her time coaching youth volleyball teams and going on nice long walks with her husband Brady and son. Any time she can be outside with her family is a day well spent!

Maddy is incredibly thankful to be part of the Balanced Health team and to contribute to a mission that continues to transform lives.

Phlebotomist & Front Desk Specialist

Taylor is a receptionist at Balanced Health. With several years of retail experience, she discovered a passion for holistic care after joining the team. Taylor is dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and supported throughout their wellness journey, and she values building genuine connections with each person she meets. Taylor is currently training in phlebotomy and looks forward to expanding her role. Outside of work, Taylor enjoys trying new coffee shops and restaurants with her boyfriend, playing in a summer sand volleyball league, and riding horses.

Triage Nurse

Bailey Cox is a registered nurse (RN) with extensive experience in family medicine and long-term living care. With a passion for helping individuals achieve optimal health, she has now committed herself to exploring holistic approaches to healthcare, inspired by her son's autoimmune diagnosis. As a dedicated mother of two, she values spending quality time with her family, enjoying the outdoors, and camping. Her love for nature and her family fuels her commitment to living a balanced and healthy life.

Registered Nurse

Meet Riley, a registered nurse in our IV room, with a deep-rooted passion for helping people feel their absolute best. Riley graduated from Nebraska Methodist College in May of 2024 and brings seven years of medical experience to her role. She grew up in Papillion and started her my healthcare career in a nursing home, where she worked for six years as a CNA and later as a Medication Aide before becoming a registered nurse. She spent time on the night shift in a hospital's cardio-thoracic progressive care unit, where she first met Sarah’s dad as a patient—an experience that ultimately introduced her to Balanced Health. “While I’m grateful for my hospital experience, I often felt like we were just putting band-aids on much deeper issues. At Balanced Health, I’ve found a true passion for functional medicine, especially when it comes to hormones and gut health.” Riley loves staying active, working out and supporting patients in their overall wellness journeys. Building strong, therapeutic relationships with patients is one of the most fulfilling parts of her job as she understands that every individual has their own unique story and needs, and she is here to help guide them toward feeling their best from the inside out!

Registered Nurse

She is a member of the team at Balanced Health Clinic of Nebraska and has a lifelong passion for helping people feel their best. She grew up in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where being active and in tune with her body was always a big part of her life. As a lifelong athlete, she developed a strong interest in understanding how the body works and what it truly needs to function at its best—a belief she brings into every patient interaction.

She continued her athletic journey at Morningside University in Sioux City, where she competed in track and field while attending nursing school. Before joining Balanced Health, she gained valuable experience working on a medical-surgical heart and cardiovascular unit. She now works as a nurse in the IV room at Balanced Health, where patients can often find her providing care, support, and encouragement throughout their wellness journey.

Outside of the clinic, she enjoys staying active at CrossFit Council Bluffs—often alongside her family—going on walks with her dogs, reading, caring for her plants, and spending quality time with family and friends. She especially values time spent with her grandmas, soaking up meaningful moments and connection whenever she can. She believes everyone’s health journey is unique and feels grateful to walk alongside patients as they work toward becoming the healthiest version of themselves.

Registered Nurse