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Amaka Fez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/her)
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in mental health, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, ADHD, and life transitions.

Taking the first step to seek help is an act of courage and you don't have to navigate it alone. I am honored to be someone you can trust with your story.

My approach to therapy

My approach combines thoughtful, evidence-based medication management with practical coping strategies that fit into your everyday life. I take time to truly understand your experiences, what matters most to you, and what you’re hoping to change or feel again.

We will collaboratively move at a pace that feels comfortable—focusing on helping you feel more balanced, more in control, and more like yourself again.

What you can expect from me

The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other in a comfortable, nonjudgmental space while discussing your current symptoms, past experiences, and any previous treatments.

My goal is to listen closely and gain a full understanding of what you’re going through—not only your symptoms, but also how they impact your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.

Together, we’ll begin developing a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication options and practical coping strategies. You’ll leave the session with a clearer understanding of next steps and a sense of direction toward feeling more like yourself again.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Walden University
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • More specialties
    Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Anger management, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Behavior Management, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Igbo