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.
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.
Kimberly Lim graduated with honorable mention for her double undergraduate degrees in Biology at the Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines and later in Nursing. Soon after, she pursued her masters degree in nursing at Bowie State university where she focused on family practice. Kimberly is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with several years of nursing experience behind her. She has worked in the field of psychiatry in both inpatient and outpatient settings dealing with patients suffering from depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Kimberly sees patients ranging from young adults to the geriatric population. She currently provides consulting work at Holy Cross Hospital in Germantown and has been with Innovative Psychiatry since 2017.
Madison Kutzera, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Originally from Maryland, she earned her undergraduate degree in Public Health Science from the University of Maryland and went on to receive her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Radford University Carilion in Roanoke, Virginia.
Madison has experience working with patients managing a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorders. She is committed to an evidence-based, patient-centered approach, carefully tailoring medication regimens to align with each patient’s unique concerns and diagnoses.
In addition to medication management, Madison integrates a variety of psychotherapy techniques into her practice. She regularly utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies to help patients reframe negative thinking patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve emotional regulation. She also employs elements of supportive therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and psychoeducation to empower patients in their treatment. Her approach reflects a holistic understanding of mental health that goes beyond symptoms to focus on overall well-being.
Madison works with both adolescent and adult patients and is currently pursuing her Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry to further expand her clinical expertise.
Outside of work, Madison enjoys reading, painting, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends. She has been a dedicated member of the Innovative Psychiatry team for over three years and is proud to continue serving the Howard County community.
Anandraj (Andy) Mattai, MD, is a psychiatrist and founder of Innovative Psychiatry, LLC, in Columbia, Maryland. With an exceptional bedside manner and years of experience in his field, Dr. Mattai provides top-tier psychiatric care using the latest testing methods and treatment strategies.
Dr. Mattai excelled in school and graduated summa cum laude from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, before attending the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. He then completed his psychiatric residency at Creighton University and the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, both in Omaha, Nebraska.
After completing his residency training, Dr. Mattai pursued a clinical fellowship at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, where he served as an investigator on several studies. He has also since held various positions in the pharmaceutical industry. He is currently a drug development consultant.
Dr. Mattai specializes in treating a range of conditions, including OCD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. He strives to offer his patients cutting-edge treatment options and testing methods, including GeneSight® pharmacogenomic testing, the Test of Variables of Attention (T.O.V.A.®) testing, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for treatment-resistant depression and OCD.
Dr. Mattai warmly welcomes new and returning patients to Innovative Psychiatry, LLC, for individualized, integrative mental health care.
Dr. Yeside Ojo, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner whose aim is to always provide client centered care and treatments based on evidence-based guideline by diagnosing according to the latest edition of the DSM and listening to the clients concerns and symptoms.
Effectively manage client symptoms by initiating, adjusting, and continuously monitoring medication administration.
Improve client's self-awareness and knowledge regarding mental health illnesses and medications by educating on the proper use, drug interactions, and adverse drug reactions of medications and the course and prognosis of mental illnesses.
Collaborate with other psychiatrists, medical case managers, therapists, nurses and medical assistants to develop treatment plans
Perform mental health evaluations for adult patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders and substance abuse disorders
Treatment of patients with addiction or unhealthy substance use
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.
“Mr. Akrong is very knowledgeable and tentative. He's listed to my concerns and shared new research could potentially help my family. I'm appreciative that he was understanding of my needs and making sure I received the proper care for my every day life. I look forward to my future visits with Mr. Akrong. ”
Oko Akrong, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist
10320 Little Patuxent Parkway
Suite 200
Columbia, MD 21044
Ifeyinwa Maduka, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over four years of clinical experience. She provides compassionate mental health care at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland.
Dr. Maduka earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Chatham University, where she gained advanced training in psychiatric evaluation, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Dr. Maduka has worked in diverse mental health settings, including outpatient practices and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma-related conditions, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. Her clinical approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic principles, and mindfulness-based strategies to help patients develop insight, emotional balance, and sustainable coping skills.
Dr. Maduka believes that healing is a collaborative process. She takes the time to understand each patient’s story, values, and goals, ensuring that treatment plans are supportive, respectful, and tailored to each individual.
Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys reading, walking, participating in community service, and mentoring colleagues in the mental health field. Dr. Maduka accepts most major insurance plans and welcomes new patients.
