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Joshua Backens
PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN
Arizona

In-network with

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and PTSD

Great to meet you!

I have had my own issues in life which have contributed to my growth as a person, not only for my personal endeavors, but for my professional career in treating people with a wide variety of issues. I have always had a strong desire to treat people who have struggles in life which led to my calling in this profession. I can provide therapy services and medication management. I proudly graduated from a prestigious master's program to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I wholeheartedly believe in the patient centered approach to psychiatric care, with careful considerations to your specific needs, wants, and expectations. Whether that be medication management, therapy, or a combination of the two. I always include as much information and education as possible, so you'll know exactly what to expect throughout your care. We will discuss all treatment options, and the treatment plan will be tailored directly to your individual needs.

What you can expect from our first session

I strive to provide exceptional mental healthcare and take pride in knowing my patients will have a feeling of ease, hope, and excitement following our first encounter together. I am a very down to earth, personable person who will sincerely listen to your personal issues in what brought us together to begin with. We will develop a plan of care that we both can agree on. You can rest assured; your journey will be in very professional, caring, and capable hands.


Joshua's style is

Open-minded
Solution-oriented
Humorous

Insurance carriers Joshua accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UnitedHealthcare

More about Joshua

Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Eastern Kentucky University
License type: APRN-CNP (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner) (Arizona)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, Eating Disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress, Anger Management, Maternal Mental Health, and Trauma
Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Modification, and Biofeedback

Location

12802 North Cave Creek Road
Phoenix, AZ 85022