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Yvonne Ekama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
18 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello, I look forward to meeting you! I'm a Dual-Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over seventeen years of psychiatric nursing experience with focus on medication management and supportive therapy. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.

My approach to therapy

I provide an integrative treatment approach that combines medication management with various psychotherapeutic techniques. I prioritize active listening, addressing patient concerns in clear, understandable terms. I collaborate with the clinical team, valuing input to enhance outcomes and patient satisfaction.

What you can expect from me

I integrate evidence-based practices with holistic approaches, incorporating psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and alternative treatments to tailor mental health care plans to each patient's needs. My mission is to ensure that your voice is not just heard, but fully understood.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    18 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Walden University, MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Walden University
  • License type
    NP (Nurse Practitioner) (New York), APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) (New Jersey), APRN-NP (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner) (Oregon)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, Infertility, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    300 International Drive Ste 114
    Williamsville, NY 14221