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Youlen Duffus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adolescents, adults, and families in a supportive and respectful environment. I work with clients who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, mood changes, attention difficulties, or other mental health concerns that affect daily life. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward healing, stability, and growth.

My approach to therapy

My approach is personalized, collaborative, and holistic. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, and integrative mental health guidance tailored to each person’s needs. I focus on helping clients feel stabilized, empowered, and better able to function and heal, while supporting both emotional wellness and overall well-being.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect a thoughtful and respectful conversation about what brings you in, the challenges you have been facing, and your goals for care. I take time to understand the full picture so we can begin creating a treatment plan that feels appropriate and supportive for you. Reaching out for help can feel difficult, but you do not have to navigate things alone.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Walden University
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Management, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, French, Spanish