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Canicia Anyiatem is a licensed professional psychiatric nurse practitioner in the state of Maryland, who specialized in treating mental health issues and Alcohol drug problems for adolescents and adults in providing medication management such as assessing and presenting medication options for mental health issues. Also provides prescriptions of psychoactive medications, medication refills and side effects monitoring. Canicia provides comprehensive initial assessment and evaluation to explore and understand individual patient’s mental health needs in order to determine a better plan and ways to recovery. Canicia completed her Bachelor of arts in nursing from Bowie state University Maryland and received her Master’s in nursing from Walden University. Canicia works in collaboration with patients, patients’ families, coworkers, friends, physicians, therapists in order to provide the best comprehensive care and integrated treatment for her patients Walden University With over 15 years’ experience in the fields of education and mental health, Dine’ White is licensed to provide clinical professional counseling and certified to work as a school crisis counselor for the state of Maryland. While it is important to provide children, and adults, with the physical tools to thrive, it is equally if not more important to provide the cognitive tools. She has made this her life’s work to provide these tools to all populations. Due to her unwavering interest in the betterment of ourselves, she specializes in working with young children to adults. She also works with assisting families to navigate the unique dynamics of their family unit, as well as couples and individuals in counseling. Completing her undergraduate degree of psychology in 2002, she subsequently earned her Maryland Educator Certificate followed by her Master’s degree in Counseling Education from Bowie State University in Maryland. She has put both accomplishments to great use while working in the local school system and various mental health treatment settings over the course of 15 years. In appreciating the individuality of each person, she maintains a nonjudgmental Person-Centered theoretical orientation and utilizes an eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic (CBT) dominant technical approach. She is guided by the notion that, it is our differences that make us great, and works with individuals in order to help them value and embrace those differences. Bowie State University Ebun Akinyemi is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Maryland with seven years’ experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges; first, as a nurse, and now as a psych nurse practitioner. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and has a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, specializing in psychiatric-mental health nursing. Ebun collaborates with clients to ensure individualized care for clients with mental health challenges. She utilizes evidence-based practice to assess, diagnose, and treat clients. Ebun seeks to create a caring partnership with clients, ensuring that the client has the support they need through their journey to wellness. Walden University Imagine feeling anxious, stressed, and not knowing where to get help. You require someone who cares by your side. Our goal is to build a lifelong-lasting relationship with each patient through mutual trust and respect. Francine Kamhoua is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who practices in Bethesda, MD. She has over seven years of nursing experience. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Keuka College and completed her Master's degree in Nursing from Walden University. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Francine Kamhoua provides a unique, compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered, and holistic approach to care. She specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating multiple mental and psychiatric disorders. Her overall goal is for each person to attain his/her optimum well-being and long-term happiness. She also speaks French. If you are struggling emotionally, do not hesitate to contact her to book an appointment in person or via tele-health. Walden University ● Anxiety ***Jane speaks English and French*** Jane is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 10 years of psychiatric mental health/behavioral health nursing experience. Jane conducts psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treats individuals with psychiatric mental health disorders across the lifespan (children, adolescents, adults, and older adults). Jane is a people’s person who uses her interpersonal skills to develop good rapports and build collaborative therapeutic partnerships with individuals in treatment. Jane values and practices person-centered, trauma-informed, recovery-focused, culturally competent, and innovative care. Walden University Maureen Tabansi is a licensed Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Maryland who has over 13 years experience as a nurse; she is a caring, people oriented, optimistic, empathetic and enthusiastic person. She completed her Masters in Science from Walden University and graduated as a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2019. Since her graduation, she has worked as a clinician in both outpatient and inpatient facilities to provide care to both adults and children seeking help with Bipolar, anxiety, depression and adjustment issues. Maureen employs a non-judgmental innovation in problem solving, she possess good communication skills, she has great stamina, acquires a good sense of humor, and her commitment to client advocacy makes her strive to take her clients to their highest functional level. Maureen uses her critical thinking skills acquired through her years of education and training to build a caring environment and relationship which her clients in other to map out an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with the client to achieve a desired common goal. Maryland A psychiatry nurse practitioner is tasked with evaluating a patient’s mental health status by assessing their relevant medical background, conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, and identifying potential issues that might negatively impact a patient's mental health. The primary concern of individuals suffering from mental health problems is accessing mental health care professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care and offer preventive strategies. Although psychiatry nurse practitioners receive intense training to meet mental health patients' needs, their roles are poorly understood because regulatory barriers have limited the entire scope of the practice. Therefore, this paper will explore their philosophy of Care. Due to the complexity of human beings in understanding their lives and illness experience, PNP requires the ability to access situations from different perspectives, not only through a psychological lens but also from a biological and development view, while recognizing the perspective of stakeholder affected. Besides, Mental health disorder affects the ability to communicate experiences, and its symptoms may not conform to conventional diagnostic criteria. Therefore, PNP needs to have a high tolerance of uncertainties and a willingness to frequently re-evaluate assessments upon discovering new information. In addition to diagnosing and treating disease, PNP natures resilience, and growth capacity because of psychiatry disorder on patients' growth and development abilities. The existing healthcare system may fail to address the complexity of problems suffered by patients completely. Consequently, PNP needs to effectively advocate for patients to acquire all the services needed to meet their mental health needs. They also need to push for the development of more effective services. In conclusion, psychiatry nurse practitioners are well prepared and equipped to provide independent and effective psychiatric care and treatment to effectively meet the needs of mental health patients. Walden University Sarah Otley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Baltimore, Maryland, who is experienced in helping children, adolescents, adults, and families with depression, anxiety, family conflicts, and stress. Sarah received her Bachelor of Social Work Degree at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and Master of Social Work Degree at University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Social Work. Sarah offers a trauma-informed and individualized approach. Sarah implements techniques of mindfulness, solution-focused, narrative, family systems, attachment/ attunement, cognitive and behavioral interventions. Sarah partners with her clients to identify practical interventions that cultivate success in everyday life. Sarah provides a supportive environment where you can work through difficult emotions and achieve personal growth. Sarah strives to assist you in processing trauma, conflicts, and everyday stress so that you may be your most healthy self and experience a more connected and fulfilled life. University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Social Work Shane’s ideal client is someone who believes they are ready to change. Through over 8 years in mental health Shane have made a concerted effort to constantly find ways to expand his professional experience. Over this time he has worked with a variety of teams in group & individual settings. Using DBT, CBT, Person-centered therapies. Shane works to put myself in positions to learn useful information from both my colleagues and clients. Shane is well aware of how difficult it can be to take the first step to come to therapy or engage with a new therapist. He encourages potential clients to reach out with any questions they may have. He knows that therapeutic fit is the most important part of therapy and is always available to answer questions/concerns even if he may not be the best fit for them. University of Baltimore Tia Gross is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland who has 14 years experience partnering with adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, women’s issues and relationship issues. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Towson University and received her Master of Science in Applied Psychology - Counseling from University of Baltimore. Tia utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual. Tia seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths, working through adversities, and empower you to create new, meaningful, and fulfilling chapters in your life. University of Baltimore Tolulope Lawson-John is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in Maryland, who specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating various mental health conditions not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD, Psychoses, and Substance abuse disorders. She has over ten years of clinical experience working in diverse clinical practice and settings (including hospital, long term care, primary practice and Corrections) which have tutored her to be empathetic and compassionate while still providing evidence-based practice in treating patients. Tolulope believes in removing the stigma from mental illness, thereby making treatment and recovery possible. She is proficient in conducting thorough psychiatric evaluation and evidence-based medication management. She believes in holistic, patient-centered approach to psychiatry, with individual touch. Tolulope obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN, FNP) from Coppin State University. She completed her Post Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Washburn University. Besides English, she speaks Yoruba fluently. Washburn University Duarte Aguiar is licensed in the state of Maryland as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC). He is a graduate of Loyola University with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Duarte has 5 years’ experience providing therapy in Maryland to a diverse client-base in a variety of clinical settings including school-based (adolescent and adult), substance abuse/recovery clinic, marriage and family, individual, groups, and psychoeducation. Duarte specializes in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Approach, and Pastoral Counseling to treat various diagnoses. Duarte’s philosophy of care as a spiritually oriented therapist consists of a holistic perspective of the person(s) present in therapy. Inspired and informed by the person-centered approach, Duarte believes in the value of being present in a non-judgmental, therapeutic relationship while helping to challenge the client(s) to live up to THEIR own expectations. With that said, Duarte believes in bringing the client’s own beliefs, aspirations, and values to the forefront and using those unique aspects of the client’s virtues to guide the development of a trusting and open therapeutic atmosphere. Duarte is committed to providing a safe space where the client can feel heard, accepted, encouraged and even challenged. Loyola University Maryland Amara Toure is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing and treating individuals with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. He has experience providing care to patients of different populations (adolescents, adults, geriatrics and veterans), in different settings (inpatient, outpatient and homecare), with the goals of restoring, improving and stabilizing patients’ mental health. He completed his Master of Science in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program) at Eastern Kentucky University. Prior to becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, he received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Maryland school of Nursing. He worked as a psychiatric nurse and a medical surgical nurse at different private and public hospitals, and long-term care facilities, in the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia. His practice philosophy emanates from his nursing background that emphasize providing safe, compassionate, and empathetic patient-centered care. He strongly believes in a holistic approach to promote mental health and well-being, and he takes pride in delivering the best evidence based psychiatric care that is individualized to the needs of each patient. Eastern Kentucky University
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$100: Follow-upCanicia Anyiatem, PMHNP
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Master's in NursingSpecialties
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Dine’ White, LCPC
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Master’s in Counseling EducationSpecialties
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$100: Follow-upEbun Akinyemi, PMHNP
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$100: Follow-upFrancine Kamhoua, CRNP-PMH
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Master's in NursingSpecialties
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Jane Tsamoh, CRNP-PMH
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$100: Follow-upMaureen Tabansi, PMHNP
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$100: Follow-upNadine Kakanou, PMHNP
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PMHNPSpecialties
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Sarah Otley, LCSW-C
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MSWSpecialties
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Shane Kelsey, LCPC
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He understands that clients come from all walks of life, backgrounds, and
experiences. Shane believes that the most important person in the therapeutic process is the client and not the therapist. It is the job of the therapist to help the client to facilitate their progress and support them in ways that best fit who they are as a person. A good client is anyone willing to take the first step by asking for help.Education
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Tia Gross, LCPC
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Master's in Applied Psychology-CounselingSpecialties
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$100: Follow-upTolulope Lawson-John, PMHNP, CRNP
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Post Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerSpecialties
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Duarte Aguiar, LCPC
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Master's in Clinical Mental Health CounselingSpecialties
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$100: Follow-upAmara Toure, PMHNP
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Master of Science in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner )Specialties