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Willy Karanja

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and overall well-being. My background in nursing and psychiatry has provided me with extensive experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health conditions.

My approach to therapy

My treatment approach may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapeutic guidance. I focus on providing care that is respectful, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual’s goals.

My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward a healthier and more balanced life.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other in a supportive and non-judgmental space. We will talk about what has been going on in your life, the challenges you are facing, and what you hope to achieve through treatment. I will complete a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and work with you to develop a treatment plan that supports your goals and overall well-being.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Widener University
  • License type
    CRNP (Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner) (Pennsylvania)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Bipolar disorder
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Attachment Based, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Schema, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Bowen Family Systems, Brief Dynamic, Behavioral, Transpersonal, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Positive Psychology, Humanistic, Strategic Family Therapy, Strength-Based, Multidimensional Family, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Management, Motivational Interviewing, Child-Parent Psychotherapy
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Children, Infants / Toddlers, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Swahili