Yolanda Cockerham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

17 years of experience

Virtual
Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Yolanda Cockerham, and I am currently based in Louisiana, but I also see patients in the D.C. area. I grew up in New Orleans. I completed my Post Master’s Degree at Southeastern Louisiana University and am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am skilled in assessing and treating a variety of mental health disorders, including Anxiety/PTSD, Major Depression, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, and Schizophrenia.

My approach to therapy

I use an open-minded approach to treatment that always includes the patient's input.

What you can expect from me

-Offer a multidisciplinary approach to mental health, emphasizing holistic care

-Find ways to encourage the patient to participate in their own mental health care.

About me

I identify as
Black or African descent, Woman
My style is
Open Minded, Empowering, Direct

Qualification and insurance

Years of experience
17 years of experience
Training
MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Loyola University New Orleans
License type
NP (Nurse Practitioner) (District Of Columbia), APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Louisiana)
Licensed in
District of Columbia, Louisiana
Insurance accepted
Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

Top specialties
Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
More specialties
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
Therapy methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Care types
Medication management, Individual therapy
Ages served
Adults, Seniors
Languages
English