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Assumpta Ekeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/Her)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of New Jersey with numerous years of clinical experience in all aspects of mental health across all ages

In addition to my board-certification and has versed experience in common psychiatric-mental health conditions such as Depression, anxiety and related disorders, bipolar disorder, and adjustment disorders.

I am also an experienced certified school nurse, and especially knowledgeable in children's behavioral issues associated with ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disability, mood disorders and trauma-related adjustment disorders.

My approach to therapy

My approach to providing care is guided by the Biopsychosocial model which enables me to dive deeper to all possible aspects of the client's presenting problem, and proffer robust efficient treatment supported by evidence-based guidelines.

What you can expect from me

On my first session, my client will be warmly welcomed, and informed of what the session entails which will be to expect a comprehensive interaction with me geared towards understanding the patient's concerns, and correctly identifying the problem, and generating a treatment plan options that is inclusive of the client to address patient's mental health issues will follow.

This plan will be modified from time to time, as the need arises for the client's best mental health outcomes.

One of my strengths is my ability listen fully to my clients to understand their needs. It is my desire to be your anchor as you or your loved one journey through the challenges of mental health one day at a time.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    Other at Kean College of New Jersey, MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Kean College of New Jersey
  • License type
    APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Maternal mental health
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2003 Morris Avenue Ste 1A
    Union, NJ 07083
Next available: Jun 21