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.
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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.
Nicole is a psychiatric nurse practitioner servicing the community in an emergency and psychiatric setting for over 15 years, providing care to patients of all ages. She has experience treating mental health emergencies, crises, and addiction. She graduated with a Master’s Degree of Science in Nursing and is board certified in treating patients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and many other mental health issues.
We take pride in providing quality patient-centered care uniquely formulated to meet your needs. Our professionals are compassionately dedicated to listening and working with you to overcome all your mental challenges. Your safety is crucial, so we provide a safe environment for your comfort and cherish your strength and input in the decision-making process. We value trust, and we are committed to ensuring that together we achieve your goals and have a normal and fulfilled life.
“This man is both a Doctor and a Nurse Practitioner who truly cares about his patients. He always has been thorough, attentive, and charismatic. I cannot recommend him enough if you are looking for the right doctor. He will listen and answer your questions. He remembers his patients and values them. His work-life balance is what sets him apart. He only has positive energy to bring to the office, his students, and family. Thank you for everything”
Temitope Adebusoye
Psychiatrist
14502 Greenview Drive
Laurel, MD 20708
5.0(5)
Dr. Uchenna Obichere, CRNP
Psychiatrist 19.4 mi
14502 Greenview Drive, Suite #548 & 544
Laurel, MD 20708
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I use my psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner degree to not just care for my patients but to spread empathy and understanding among my patients. In my role as a mental health nurse practitioner, I advocate for patients who have difficulty being heard or respected and treat them with compassion, dignity, understanding, and pay attention to their holistic needs. Working with patients with mental health needs in this regions is my ultimate professional aim. As such, the desire to enhance my professional competence is motivated by improving patient care outcomes.
Dr. Elizabeth Ndika has a combination of 30 years of experience in both family medicine and psychiatric mental health conditions.
Dr. Elizabeth Ndika (DNP) is a board certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner as well as certified a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Elizabeth practices at Caring Hands Medical Clinic where she utilizes her past acute care experience as a hospitalist and as a sole provider from other inpatient /outpatients’ settings to care for her patients. She has the ability to easily differentiate between mental illness and medical condition. At Caring Hands Medical clinic, Dr. Ndika integrates her community health assessment skills in addition to a holistic approach to manage her clients.
Maryrose Otugo is an advanced /certified registered nurse board certified with a specialty in family psychiatry. She has diverse experience in treating clients across the lifespan with different mental disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, etc. She has vast experience providing individualized-centered care and holistic approaches based on evidence-based practice. She has in-depth knowledge and experience in treating the military population and their families with PTSD, TBI, trauma, etc. Maryrose has in-depth experience in medication management, psychotherapy, individual therapy, couples therapy, etc. She combines psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, counseling, wellness, and health promotion interventions to provide a total patient approach to treating mental health disorders. She has a passion for what she does, and you will not be disappointed, but feelings of inner healing of mind and body, soul, and spirit. A visit will convince you.
Folashade Kanimodo (Sade) is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. She holds a Doctor of Nurse Practice degree from The University of Alabama Huntsville. She has been a Nurse Practitioner for over twenty years. Sade is able to provide care in difficult times and help to manage chronic mental health conditions. It is vital that establish collaboration relationships on trust, well-being, and empowerment. Sade recognizes the value of using culturally sensitive and evidence-based practices to help clients to overcome problems and create new experiences
Nicole McLeod is a dynamic and accomplished Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of RN experience and a strong dedication to evidence-based care for patients with a wide range of physical and behavioral health issues across the lifespan. Nicole is a result-oriented and resourceful nurse practitioner who works well with interdisciplinary teams to provide person-centered, recovery-oriented care for the mind and body, enabling people to live full, happy lives. Nicole is also a sharp and adaptable clinician who has demonstrated her ability to thrive in fast-paced circumstances. She emanates the ability to handle routine and emergency medical crises with the utmost professionalism. She has outstanding interpersonal skills, is a wonderful listener, and does not criticize a patient based on their conduct; instead, she treats them with respect. Nicole is a devout Christian who enjoys spending time with her husband, daughters, and church family.
Brandon has over 20 years of healthcare experience. Since 2014, Brandon has worked for The University of Maryland-Harford Memorial Hospital as a Nurse Practitioner on the Behavioral Health Unit. He presently holds the position of Associate Medical Director at Harbor of Grace Enhanced Recovery, which he has held since 2015. Brandon has formally held roles as a adjunct clinical educator at Wesley College and Drexel University. He has continued his role as a clinical educator, training Nurse Practitioner students from The University of Maryland and The University of Delaware, as well as Physician Assistant students from University of Maryland Baltimore.
Brandon completed his post graduate training from the University of Maryland School of Nursing with a national certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. He received his graduate degree from Wesley College in community-public health nursing. Brandon completed his undergraduate nursing training at Harford Community College
“This was my first interaction with a psychiatrist—I felt so seen and heard. Siana consistently offered space for me to ask my questions (of which there were many) and clearly outlined next steps.
It truly felt like I was considered a part of my own care team, which is new for me! Highly, highly recommend especially for neurodivergent folks.”
Siana Brown, CRNP-PMH
Psychiatrist
1910 Towne Centre Boulevard
Annapolis, MD 21401
5.0(1)
5.0
(32)
Dr. Johanese Sandy, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C
Psychiatrist 24.3 mi
Dr. Johanese Sandy, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with focus on opioid addiction treatment, providing care to patient in the entire state of Maryland, Virginia and DC. He holds a certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Credentialing Board and the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Furthermore, he is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians.
Johanese has a total of twenty-three cumulative years in critical care, primary and psychiatric mental health care. Always expect a compassionate and comprehensive healthcare in a private and safe setting where you are treated with dignity, confidentiality and respected.
We focus on every patient's disease process in a nonjudgmental manner. our goal is to change our patients life and improve their quality of life thereby allowing them to function in society.
“Dr Sandy is Wonderful! He really listens to you and explains the medications he is prescribing. Telemed appts are always on time and never makes you feel rushed.”
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.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who is passionate about mental health care. I am committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment to individuals seeking support for their mental well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with all mental health concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and adjustment difficulties.
I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional, physical, and social well-being. My treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and I strongly believe in collaborating with my clients to develop personalized treatment goals and plans.
Empowering individuals to actively participate in their mental health journey is vital to achieving long-lasting positive outcomes. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely explore their thoughts and emotions.
Christine is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who has experience treating patients across the life span. Christine received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Delaware, specializing in psychiatry/mental health. Her doctoral project was on mindfulness in substance use disorders. Christine has worked in the outpatient mental health setting since 2019. During that time, she has treated patients with a variety of mental health conditions. Prior to working in the outpatient mental health setting, Christine was a critical care registered nurse rotating between five specialty intensive care units in a large health system. During this time, she helped treat and advocate for clients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions in the setting of an acute medical illness. Christine sees patients of all ages and treats all mental health issues.
I am passionate about fighting the stigma of mental health and assisting others as they access their own potential for growth and change. My practice is grounded in a comprehensive patient-centered philosophy that incorporates evidence-based treatment options. My clinical expertise and extensive experience in diagnosing and management of a wide range of mental health conditions helps me to formulate individualized treatment plans that help patients achieve optimal mental well-being. At the heart of my practice is the patient. I strive to cultivate a compassionate, therapeutic, and safe environment for my clients which allows them to feel empowered, identify personal goals, and make informed decisions related to their specific needs.
