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Dr. Lukresia Kawira

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/her)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Sleep disorder, Anger management
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Dr. Kawira is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience. She has served in various mental health settings, including Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, where she served as charge nurse. Her clinical experience also includes work with NJ Psychotherapy Counseling and the Mental Health Association of NJ as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is highly skilled in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar disorder.

Her current practice, Simba Mental Health Group, serves teens, adults, and the elderly 65+

My approach to therapy

Mental health care is a continuous journey. I consistently monitor my patients' progress and modify treatment plans to achieve the best results. I aim to foster a safe, supportive atmosphere where patients feel listened to and valued. My approach includes a blend of medication management and lifestyle changes.

What you can expect from me

Each session is customized to meet the individual's unique needs, ensuring that treatment plans are aligned with their specific mental health goals and challenges. Clients will undergo comprehensive evaluations to assess their mental health status, including their medical history, psychological assessments, and lifestyle factors. My care approach is grounded in evidence-based research, utilizing the latest findings and best practices in mental health care.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Fairleigh Dickinson University, DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at Walden University
  • License type
    APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Sleep disorder, Anger management
  • More specialties
    OCD, Stress management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English, Swahili
  • Location
    33 South Wood Avenue #600
    Iselin, NJ 08830