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.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who received her Master’s degree in nursing from Maryville University. I have 15 years of nursing experience and a strong community and acute mental health nursing background. She has an interest in patients experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, sleep disorders, schizophrenia, ADHD, and bipolar spectrum disorders.
My goal as a provider is to provide holistic care by understanding individual culture, spiritual, social, and personal values that make us who we are. My treatment strategy includes utilizing evidence-based practice, collaboration, and creating an individualized plan that is unique to your needs and goals.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, watching sports, and taking road trips to explore small towns and loves traveling to different countries.
“Brenda works and listens very well. I would recommend her to NY friends and family if they asked. It's all i can say is I like working with her and glad we found her .”
Brenda Russ
Psychiatrist
7362 University Ave Ne Ste 207
Minneapolis, MN 55432
“Ashley is great, always listens to my thoughts and comes up with great plans. She’s great at what she does. The app kinda stinks, as video chat wasn’t working but that was it her fault at all. ”
“It’s important to me that my care providers demonstrate extensive knowledge in their area of practice especially in psychiatry. Dr. Kumar is incredibly knowledgeable. I very much appreciate his kindness and encouragement. He is an excellent doctor. ”
Dr. Mukesh Kumar, MBBS
Psychiatrist
2115 County Road D E
Ste C100
Maplewood, MN 55109
4.0(3)
Monsurat Oluwa-Okougbo, Nurse practitioner
Psychiatrist 23.3 mi
Monsurat Oluwa-Okougbo is the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at G & W PMH Services, A mental health, and wellness clinic that primarily provides personalized and holistic care to patients of all ages.
She has held and led in various positions in multiple organizations as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, her core belief and principle towards dispensing care to her patients over the years has always been to provide utmost care through a holistic approach. Monsurat believes that considering and respecting the patients’ culture, thoughts and beliefs is a huge part of delivering utmost care.
It is known that when people experience trauma or emotional distress, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel, and being a PMHNP-BC, with a gift of being a listener, she consider it a blessing to be able to use my skills and knowledge to assist and provide a better path of healing to unique individuals and their families with mental health concerns.
My name is Rosemary James, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over ten years of experience in healthcare, working across different specialties and with patients of all age groups. After witnessing the profound mental health impact of COVID-19, I decided to return to graduate school to pursue Psychiatric Mental Health. I graduated from Briar Cliff University in Iowa.
Before transitioning to Valley Medical, I worked in the inpatient mental health unit at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, caring for both adults and adolescents. I am passionate about supporting individuals who are struggling with mental health disorders and helping them achieve improved well-being and quality of life.
Outside of work, I am a full-time mother to three beautiful girls. We enjoy baking, cleaning, and traveling the world together.
Dr. Varma is a highly respected psychiatrist with more than two decades of experience providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. Since beginning practice in 2003, he has earned a reputation as one of Minnesota’s leading psychiatrists, known for his clinical expertise, innovative approach to behavioral health, and commitment to improving the lives of his patients.
At Valley Medical, Dr. Varma oversees mental health services and is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality behavioral healthcare. He is a strong advocate for a new paradigm in psychiatry that goes beyond traditional medication management to include innovative, evidence-based approaches such as interventional psychiatry and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). TMS treatment and support are a central focus of his work, helping patients access advanced, non-invasive options for depression and other mental health conditions.
Dr. Varma provides care for adults, adolescents, children, and geriatric patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. He is passionate about helping individuals achieve emotional wellness in a supportive, judgment-free environment and takes pride in seeing patients grow, heal, and thrive.
My name is Rosemary James, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over ten years of experience in healthcare, working across different specialties and with patients of all age groups. After witnessing the profound mental health impact of COVID-19, I decided to return to graduate school to pursue Psychiatric Mental Health. I graduated from Briar Cliff University in Iowa.
Before transitioning to Valley Medical, I worked in the inpatient mental health unit at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, caring for both adults and adolescents. I am passionate about supporting individuals who are struggling with mental health disorders and helping them achieve improved well-being and quality of life.
Outside of work, I am a full-time mother to three beautiful girls. We enjoy baking, cleaning, and traveling the world together.
Dr. Varma is a highly respected psychiatrist with more than two decades of experience providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. Since beginning practice in 2003, he has earned a reputation as one of Minnesota’s leading psychiatrists, known for his clinical expertise, innovative approach to behavioral health, and commitment to improving the lives of his patients.
At Valley Medical, Dr. Varma oversees mental health services and is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality behavioral healthcare. He is a strong advocate for a new paradigm in psychiatry that goes beyond traditional medication management to include innovative, evidence-based approaches such as interventional psychiatry and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). TMS treatment and support are a central focus of his work, helping patients access advanced, non-invasive options for depression and other mental health conditions.
Dr. Varma provides care for adults, adolescents, children, and geriatric patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. He is passionate about helping individuals achieve emotional wellness in a supportive, judgment-free environment and takes pride in seeing patients grow, heal, and thrive.
Dr. Hardrict has worked in community psychiatry for over 20 years, including Correctional Psychiatry for
the Department of Corrections for 9 years. He provided services at all of the state facilities – including
the Minnesota Sex Offender Treatment programs. He has held the position of Vice Chief of Psychiatry
Services at HealthEast St. Joseph Hospital and he is the former Mental Health Director for Open Cities
Clinic. He holds the positions of Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Assistant Professor in the
Department of Family Practice at the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Hardrict is a first generation physician. He was inspired to enter the field of medicine by his mother,
who was a nurse with the Veteran’s Administration in St. Louis, Missouri. Community service includes
participation in his church and providing direct psychiatric care of underserved populations.
Dr. Hardrict has worked in community psychiatry for over 20 years, including Correctional Psychiatry for
the Department of Corrections for 9 years. He provided services at all of the state facilities – including
the Minnesota Sex Offender Treatment programs. He has held the position of Vice Chief of Psychiatry
Services at HealthEast St. Joseph Hospital and he is the former Mental Health Director for Open Cities
Clinic. He holds the positions of Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Assistant Professor in the
Department of Family Practice at the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Hardrict is a first generation physician. He was inspired to enter the field of medicine by his mother,
who was a nurse with the Veteran’s Administration in St. Louis, Missouri. Community service includes
participation in his church and providing direct psychiatric care of underserved populations.
Cassie Rider is a Telehealth-only provider that specializes in chemical dependency and mental health concerns. Cassie is a suboxone provider and medical cannabis certifier. Cassie is the Owner and founder of Faith Forward Psychiatry which is licensed to practice in Minnesota and is currently accepting new adult patients
Cassie has provided care for patients in corrections, hospitals, inpatient residential treatment centers, sober living, and outpatient treatment. Cassie specializes in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, Schizophrenia, mood disorders, PTSD, insomnia, and ADHD. Cassie completes diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and prescribes medications
Cassie’s philosophy is that your past doesn’t define your future and she empowers you to change your path, believe in yourself, and focus on the future. Focusing on forgiveness of self and others, regaining self-confidence, and developing a positive mindset is key to healing oneself. Cassie delivers compassionate care
My name is Rosemary James, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over ten years of experience in healthcare, working across different specialties and with patients of all age groups. After witnessing the profound mental health impact of COVID-19, I decided to return to graduate school to pursue Psychiatric Mental Health. I graduated from Briar Cliff University in Iowa.
Before transitioning to Valley Medical, I worked in the inpatient mental health unit at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, caring for both adults and adolescents. I am passionate about supporting individuals who are struggling with mental health disorders and helping them achieve improved well-being and quality of life.
Outside of work, I am a full-time mother to three beautiful girls. We enjoy baking, cleaning, and traveling the world together.
