Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Essene Behavioral Healthcare Services
Behavioral health is as important as physical health. However, many people are still reluctant to avail of behavioral services due to prejudice and stigma surrounding the conditions and the individuals that seek treatment. We want to help fight this and replace stigma with evidence-based treatment through services utilizing modalities that have been proven effective in managing symptoms. Our professionals are licensed and can offer services from assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. They have worked with clients dealing with different issues and are always open to supporting more people seeking assistance.
Dr. Uchenna Obichere is a dual-board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner, with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. Uchenna possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition.
As a PMHNP, Dr. Obichere’s role is multifaceted, including mental health advocate, therapist, and weight management expert. Dr. Obichere values inter-professional collaboration for a whole person, patient centered approach to health and healthcare. She delivers both in-person and telehealth services to patients.
At our psychiatric clinic, we pride ourselves on offering a unique and holistic approach to mental healthcare that sets us apart from other practices. Here's what makes our clinic special and why patients should choose us:
Personalized Care: We believe in treating each individual as a unique person with specific needs and circumstances. Our clinicians take the time to listen attentively to our patients, understand their concerns, and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their goals and preferences.
Collaborative Approach: We believe in the power of collaboration between patients and providers. Our team works closely with patients to empower them to actively participate in their treatment journey, making informed decisions about their care and working together to achieve optimal outcomes.
Evidence-Based Practices: We are committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and evidence-based practices in the field of psychiatry. Our clinicians utilize scientifically .
Oko Akrong, PMHNP-BC, RN, MSN, is passionate about caring for patients. As a veteran, he knows first hand the effects of mental illness and how it negatively affects qualifications of life. His focus is to provide relief and help patients live their best lives. He is licensed in D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia servicing the whole DMV area.
Oko Akrong received his PMHNP from Regis College. He works with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and more.
During treatment, Oko uses a client-centered solution-focused approach to provide the best possible care. He believes good communication and active listening leads to the best solution, and he uses these skills to help patients move forward in life. He believes hold heartedly that the relationship he has with his patients is one of a navigator whose job it is to use his skills, knowledge and education to create a clear cut path to the patients happiness.
Nneka is dual certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner as well as Family Nurse Practitioner for over nine years. She has expertises in Neurology (Stroke care), general psychiatric treatment, depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PSTD, OCD, alcohol, and opioid addiction. She is also certified and experienced in treating drug addiction with the use of medication-assisted treatments (MAT). Nneka is empathetic, genuine, and she takes a non-judgmental and holistic approach to mental health and wellness by letting her clients explore, grow, and reach their personal goals. With her vast knowledge she is motivated and dedicated to help treat a person physically, emotionally, and mentally to achieve a higher quality of life and wellness.
Dr. Ojimba is board certified psychiatrist in adult general and addiction psychiatry. He understands that patients with mental illness and substance use problems are a vulnerable population who have struggled through the stigma of looking for help and must be heard and supported. He uses empathy and understanding in collaborating with patients and their families to achieve agreed treatment plans and goals. He specializes in treating individual of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientation, ethnicities for a wide range of mental health conditions and addictions including but not limited to depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, PTSD, eating disorders, alcohol, opioid, Tobacco, and other substance use related problems. Dr. Ojimba is committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved mental health through an integrated and holistic approach that addresses all aspects of their lives.
“Please be careful with your mental health this doctor just care for the money. I was in suicid*l cr!sis and after ten min in section he told me he had to see another patient that we will meet in two weeks if I don’t look for the right help after that I wouldn’t be here writing this message. So please take care yourself stay away from this doctor it’s sad when people don’t have compassion for others.”
Dr. Chiedozie Ojimba, MD
Psychiatrist
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway, Century Plaza (2000 Building)
Suite 249
Columbia, MD 21044
4.45(61)
Isabella Mate
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 30.8 mi
Isabella Mate, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, is a dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Cecilia Medical Center in Ellicott City, Maryland. She provides compassionate, comprehensive care to individuals facing mental health challenges.
With her extensive training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, Isabella offers a holistic approach to mental health care, integrating medication management with therapeutic strategies tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Isabella obtained her Bachelor of Nursing degree from Washington Adventist University and began her career as an ICU/Telemetry nurse at Johns Hopkins Hospital, before switching to a psychiatric nurse. Given her vested interest in advocating for proper and effective mental care for her patients, she pursued higher education, obtaining her Master of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health. Her goal is to provide patient-centered, holistic care, with a focus on helping patients achieve both physical and mental well-being.
To schedule an appointment with Isabella or another member of the team at Cecilia Medical Center, call the office or request one online today.
Rabiatu Bangura, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Cecilia Medical Center in Ellicott City, Maryland. He has more than 14 years of experience in the nursing and medical field. Throughout her career, she has worked in a wide range of healthcare settings, including medical-surgical units, psychiatric units, the intensive care unit (ICU), post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), and the cardiac catheterization lab. This diverse clinical background has provided her with a well-rounded perspective on the complex relationship between physical health and mental well-being.
Rabiatu provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to both adults and children ages 6 and older. She is deeply passionate about mental health and is committed to meeting each patient where they are, offering care that is respectful, empathetic, and free of judgment. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, patient education, and individualized treatment plans tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals.
With a strong dedication to helping individuals improve their quality of life, Rabiatu strives to create a safe, supportive, and healing environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered. She believes meaningful progress begins with trust and works closely with patients to support long-term mental and emotional wellness.
You are not alone. A Glorious Behavioral Health is here to give you Glory and support you on this journey.
Over Seventeen Years of experience in health care. A Glorious BehavioralHealth takes pride to assist you to discover and achieve your goals. GBH has compassionate and self-motivated professionals with a commitment to providing client-centered, quality individualized care to families and clients with mental health problems.
No waiting list, same provider to understand and work with you to achieve your goal. She will accept you today via virtual visit, office/ in person; just let her know what works for you. She has experience treating clients across the lifespan with different mental illnesses using psychotherapy,couselling,and pharmacology
“Glory is very intelligent and understanding! She’s very good at finding solutions to help me reach my goals. I’d give her 10 stars if I could. Highly recommended.”
Ms. Glory Tataw
Psychiatrist
3203 A Corporate Ct
Ellicott City, MD 21042
4.93(46)
4.93
(106)
Dr. Esther Shadare, DNP
Psychiatrist 31.6 mi
4.93(106)
1401 Madison Park Drive
Suite 201
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
“I don’t feel like Dr Shadare got to know me. I was going through some through some really bad shit. I’m still having trouble and being told I can’t be treated right because I’m on oxycodone. I just needed help temporarily. Sometimes benefits out way the ricks. But it’s whatever. She also has issues because I could afford medications after my state of Maryland plan switched to Medicare D and the copay went from $25 to over $300. She never asked to talked to my therapist that I have been with for”
Dr. Esther Shadare, DNP
Psychiatrist
1401 Madison Park Drive
Suite 201
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
4.93(106)
Dr. Emmanuel Kamdem-Sango, Psychiatry NP
Psychiatrist 32.5 mi
I take a holistic approach to provide care by providing various forms of treatment to address a variety of mental and behavioral health problems and to meet the unique needs of each of my clients. I am a doctoral prepared Nurse Practitioner dually certified as a Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with comprehensive education and practical experience across the life span of psychiatry, with a solid foundation of knowledge in psychiatric management and Family Practice.
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As somebody with two anxiety-based disorders, it is very reassuring to talk to a professional who understands trauma and can work through it with me and help me work on developing better coping skills as well as options within and without medication”
Chidinma Onyegwu, DNP,FNP-C, PMHNP-C
Psychiatrist
8000 Jumpers Hole Road
Suite 2 On The 2nd Floor
Pasadena, MD 21122
Dr. Ifeoma Dunn is the CEO and founder of Greenland Behavioral Health. She is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Michigan-Flint. Before she became a Doctor of Nursing Practice mental health professional, Dr. Dunn worked as a psychiatric nurse with individuals that had various mental health challenges in both hospital settings and correctional facilities.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Dr. Dunn currently works in Baltimore serving individuals with substance abuse disorders and mental health challenges. She also extends her psychiatric mental health services to the geriatric population, ensuring they receive adequate behavioral health services needed to maintain their quality of life.
