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Ndidiamaka Mbakpuo (commonly referred to as (Dr. Didi), DNP, FNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a certified family nurse practitioner (FNP) and board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She is also the founder of Chivic Healthcare Services, which has locations in Lanham, Maryland, and Washington, DC. 

Dr. Didi has over 14 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She is experienced in providing evidence-based, culturally sensitive care to patients across their lifespans and takes a holistic approach to patient care. 

Dr. Didi recognizes the importance of striking a balance between physical and mental well-being. At Chivic Healthcare Services, she and the team strive to achieve optimal wellness by using an individualized approach in combination with medication management and insight-related therapy.

Dr. Didi offers diagnostic evaluation, treatment options with psychopharmacology, medication management, monitoring, and follow-up to increase patient adherence in collaborative care.

She looks forward to working with new and existing patients at Chivic Healthcare Services in Lanham, Maryland.

Dr. Barbara Novak is a Board Certified psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and various types of conflicts, offering individualized care to patients in the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. She accepts patients of most ages, from “tweens” to older adults.  Her office is conveniently located in Bethesda, Maryland with easy access to Washington, D. C., northern Virginia and nearby communities in Maryland. Dr. Novak received her medical degree from the University of Virginia and then went on to complete her residency at the Institute of Pennsylvania Hospital.

Dr. Novak uses her many years of experience to help each patient overcome his mental and emotional issues. She continually strives to provide her patients with the best treatment available. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Novak has taught at Georgetown University School of Medicine, supervised other mental health professionals, and has worked as a member of a psychiatric team at the Washington Center for Eating Disorders and Adolescent Obesity. She is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Dr. Novak's office is located in Bethesda and is conveniently close to Rockville, Travilah, Potomac, Cabin John, McLean, Tysons, Pimmit Hills, Woodland Acres, Falls Church, Arlington, Washington, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Kensington, and Garrett Park.

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.

Dr. Ifeanyi Olele is a Board-Certified psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other common mental health conditions, offering individualized care to patients in the greater Washington DC metropolitan area. He sees patients ranging from ages 14-64 years old. His offices are conveniently located in Fairfax, Virginia and Washington, DC with easy access to Maryland and nearby communities in northern Virginia.

Dr. Olele completed his undergraduate studies in Psychobiology at the University of California Los-Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Olele received a medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) along with an MBA in Health Services Administration from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia.  He also earned a Master of Science degree in Medical Science from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Olele completed his psychiatry residency and served as Chief Resident in Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, Florida. Dr. Olele received training on maternal mental health at the Seleni Institute and cognitive behavior therapy at the Beck Institute.

Dr. Olele offers his expertise to businesses, associations, professional athletes and the corporate world in corporate and executive burnout, career stressors, work and life balance, realistic expectations, and discrimination.

In addition to customized treatment plans for private patients and corporate structures, Dr. Olele offers his services to immigrants dealing with assimilation issues, cultural and faith discrimination, and stigmas specific to immigrants to the United States. Dr. Olele is available to see patients in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Dr. Olele and the caring staff at Genesis Psychiatric Solutions with offices located in Fairfax, Virginia, and Washington, DC conveniently close to Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, Tysons, Vienna, Rockville, Bethesda, and Potomac. Appointments can be made by phone or using the convenient online booking feature.

Carissa has over 10 years of mental health nursing experience caring for patients across the lifespan with a multitude of social, emotional, and mental health needs. She earned her Bachelors of Science degree from Rutgers University and completed her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Working in various mental health settings, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatry in the Northern New Jersey area has afforded her the opportunity to encounter a multitude of demographic groups and therapy models. Carissa brings a humanistic philosophy of holistic care for both mind and body, and an abiding commitment to individualized, personalized, comprehensive care for those she serves. Emotional Health, Brings wealth!

Dr. Ifeanyi Olele is a Board-Certified psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other common mental health conditions, offering individualized care to patients in the greater Washington DC metropolitan area. He sees patients ranging from ages 14-64 years old. His offices are conveniently located in Fairfax, Virginia and Washington, DC with easy access to Maryland and nearby communities in northern Virginia.

Dr. Olele completed his undergraduate studies in Psychobiology at the University of California Los-Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Olele received a medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) along with an MBA in Health Services Administration from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia.  He also earned a Master of Science degree in Medical Science from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Olele completed his psychiatry residency and served as Chief Resident in Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, Florida. Dr. Olele received training on maternal mental health at the Seleni Institute and cognitive behavior therapy at the Beck Institute.

Dr. Olele offers his expertise to businesses, associations, professional athletes and the corporate world in corporate and executive burnout, career stressors, work and life balance, realistic expectations, and discrimination.

In addition to customized treatment plans for private patients and corporate structures, Dr. Olele offers his services to immigrants dealing with assimilation issues, cultural and faith discrimination, and stigmas specific to immigrants to the United States. Dr. Olele is available to see patients in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Dr. Olele and the caring staff at Genesis Psychiatric Solutions with offices located in Fairfax, Virginia, and Washington, DC conveniently close to Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, Tysons, Vienna, Rockville, Bethesda, and Potomac. Appointments can be made by phone or using the convenient online booking feature.

Paul is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of Psych nursing, who provides mental health care to patients across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Besides his Master of Science in Nursing, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, his career in nursing spans more than 18 years, working in a variety of settings. Paul applies a holistic approach to mental health care, which focuses on treating the whole person and not just the symptoms of the disease. His services include medication management and psychotherapy for multiple psychiatric pathologies ranging from depression to anxiety, to Bipolar, to PTSD, to schizophrenia and, ADHD, among others. His background as a psych nurse allows him to deliver the best psycho education to his patients regarding their conditions, treatment options and side effects, as well as medication interactions.

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.

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I began my journey to psychiatry as a registered nurse at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2006. I spent 14 years gaining clinical experience working with adolescent and adult inpatients and in emergency departments and correctional facilities. After helping people at the bedside and working with multidisciplinary teams treating various psychiatric disorders, I realized this was a passion for myself and thus decided to advance my career as a PMHNP-BC. I am committed to supplying personalized and comprehensive care. My practice follows evidence-based guidelines and uses clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. At MWP we provide thorough psychiatric evaluations and an individualized medication management plan with special attention to one’s needs. We believe that a holistic and innovative approach is ideal for the psychiatric population, their care, and illness management.

Dr. Eneje has over 18 years of work experience in the medical field and has worked in diverse positions. She is experienced in telepsychiatry, inpatient and outpatient mental health patients. Mental health disorders addressed include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, PTSD and Bipolar. Dr. Eneje is certified to work with all ages, however, chooses to focus on clients ages 17 and 60. Notable competencies include the ability to understand the patients’ complex needs. Adheres to nursing values, ethics, standards, and laws when providing holistic and patient-centered care. Patient-driven, family-centered, compassionate care is the basis for treatment plans that include psychotherapy and medication management for best patient outcomes. Patients describe Dr. Eneje as caring, experienced, attentive, and goal-oriented in approach. Her ability to encourage, communicate and explain key elements of a successful treatment plan make her services exceptional.

Dr. Ifeanyi Olele is a Board-Certified psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other common mental health conditions, offering individualized care to patients in the greater Washington DC metropolitan area. He sees patients ranging from ages 14-64 years old. His offices are conveniently located in Fairfax, Virginia and Washington, DC with easy access to Maryland and nearby communities in northern Virginia.

Dr. Olele completed his undergraduate studies in Psychobiology at the University of California Los-Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Olele received a medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) along with an MBA in Health Services Administration from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia.  He also earned a Master of Science degree in Medical Science from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Olele completed his psychiatry residency and served as Chief Resident in Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, Florida. Dr. Olele received training on maternal mental health at the Seleni Institute and cognitive behavior therapy at the Beck Institute.

Dr. Olele offers his expertise to businesses, associations, professional athletes and the corporate world in corporate and executive burnout, career stressors, work and life balance, realistic expectations, and discrimination.

In addition to customized treatment plans for private patients and corporate structures, Dr. Olele offers his services to immigrants dealing with assimilation issues, cultural and faith discrimination, and stigmas specific to immigrants to the United States. Dr. Olele is available to see patients in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Dr. Olele and the caring staff at Genesis Psychiatric Solutions with offices located in Fairfax, Virginia, and Washington, DC conveniently close to Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, Tysons, Vienna, Rockville, Bethesda, and Potomac. Appointments can be made by phone or using the convenient online booking feature.

Dr. Ksenia Pillai is a distinguished psychiatrist with child, adult, and geriatric psychiatry expertise. Her unique blend of experience empowers her to provide functional mental health care to patients across the lifespan—from the challenges faced by the young to the intricate mental health needs of the elderly. Earning her medical degree and completing her foundational psychiatric residency at Jamaica Hospital, Dr. Pillai showcased an innate aptitude for understanding the intricacies of the human mind. Her passion for broadening her knowledge and refining her skills led her to further specialize in child psychiatry at SUNY Downstate. Dr. Pillai has several years of experience in geriatric psychiatry from her time at the SUNY Downstate Center for Alzheimer's Excellence. Dr. Ksenia Pillai has also served as a faculty member at the Grossman School of Medicine, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, and SUNY Downstate Medical School, teaching and mentoring the next generation of psychiatrists.