Dorcas Yahaya

Welcome! I am a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I earned my Master's degree in Nursing as a Family nurse practitioner from Bowie State University and post postgraduate in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Wilkes University. With a robust educational background and almost two decades of extensive clinical experience, Dorcas Yahaya excels in delivering comprehensive care across the lifespan, integrating physical health management with mental health expertise.

I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with addiction, and various mental health diagnoses such as depression, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, panic attacks, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD. I provide medication management and supportive therapy

I employ a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to providing care, integrating both psychiatric and holistic elements. My approaches to patient care focus on developing a cooperative, trustworthy rapport with them, using evidence-based methods to direct care, and taking into account the patient as a whole within the framework of their physical and mental health. Acknowledging and respecting cultural, ethnic, and personal differences in the treatment approach

I strive to create a safe, healing, convenient, and empathetic setting where patients feel free to express themselves and build a connection with the provider regarding their health. I made use of my therapeutic communication abilities, active listening skills, motivational interviewing expertise, and ability to create a nonjudgmental environment. You will be able to discuss any difficulties you are now having as well as any symptoms or concerns you may have about your mental health. With our holistic and comprehensive approach, you are assessed and a diagnosis is formulated. After this, we will discuss a personalized compassionate approach and evidence-based treatment options that align with your needs and goals which include medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes. You will be provided with the information and assistance you need to reach your mental health goal and enhance your general well-being. We will discuss your follow-up plan. You have the chance to ask any questions you have about the treatment plan, your diagnosis, or any other concern