Aetna Psychiatrists in Houston, TX
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Recovery Mental Healthcare PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Emmanuel Okoroafor is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the state of Texas, Holding a dual speciality in Psychiatric nurse practitioner and Family nurse practitioner. He holds a Family nurse practitioner degree from Simons University in Boston and a Psychiatric nurse practitioner certification at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Emmanuel uses his knowledge and experience to help clients ease into recovery from mental health disorders especially Substance use disorder. Specialize in Opioid use disorder and treat with (Suboxone/Buprenorphine), Book now.
Emmanuel Okoroafor is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the state of Texas, Holding a dual speciality in Psychiatric nurse practitioner and Family nurse practitioner. He holds a Family nurse practitioner degree from Simons University in Boston and a Psychiatric nurse practitioner certification at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Emmanuel uses his knowledge and experience to help clients ease into recovery from mental health disorders especially Substance use disorder. Specialize in Opioid use disorder and treat with (Suboxone/Buprenorphine), Book now.
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Kimberly Epperson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN , PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77063
Here at Epperson's Behavioral Healthcare, I can promise you that you will be delivered the best quality care possible. I come with many years of experience dealing with patients, young and old, including veterans who suffer from mental illness. From all nursing spectrums from a licensed vocational nurse to a master's prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I have had the privilege with working with children, adolescents, older adults and the elderly suffering for an array of mental illnesses.
Here at Epperson's Behavioral Healthcare, I can promise you that you will be delivered the best quality care possible. I come with many years of experience dealing with patients, young and old, including veterans who suffer from mental illness. From all nursing spectrums from a licensed vocational nurse to a master's prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I have had the privilege with working with children, adolescents, older adults and the elderly suffering for an array of mental illnesses.
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I am a dual boarded physician in psychiatry and internal medicine. I have broad experience both in internal medicine and psychiatry. I do inpatient and office-based psychiatry. My expertise are Addiction Medicine, Attention Deficit disorder, geriatric psychiatry, depression, anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder. I have Hospital privileges in majority of Houston and Ford Bend County hospitals, where I perform consultation liaison psychiatry.
I am a dual boarded physician in psychiatry and internal medicine. I have broad experience both in internal medicine and psychiatry. I do inpatient and office-based psychiatry. My expertise are Addiction Medicine, Attention Deficit disorder, geriatric psychiatry, depression, anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder. I have Hospital privileges in majority of Houston and Ford Bend County hospitals, where I perform consultation liaison psychiatry.
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PsychEase Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77042
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my ideal client struggles with anxiety and mood disorders, feeling overwhelmed and isolated. They need personalized treatment plans and seek to improve their mental well-being, develop coping skills, and find connection with others. My goal is to provide empathetic care that empowers them to take control of their mental health and fosters healing through a trusting therapeutic relationship.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my ideal client struggles with anxiety and mood disorders, feeling overwhelmed and isolated. They need personalized treatment plans and seek to improve their mental well-being, develop coping skills, and find connection with others. My goal is to provide empathetic care that empowers them to take control of their mental health and fosters healing through a trusting therapeutic relationship.
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Rahab Mbugua is Dual Board-Certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain University and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Liberty University. She fosters a safe environment and an easy-going communication style that makes it easy for patients to express themselves. She believes the patient is an expert on his/her health and the goal is to work with the patient to navigate the mental health difficulties in his/her life.
Rahab Mbugua is Dual Board-Certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain University and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Liberty University. She fosters a safe environment and an easy-going communication style that makes it easy for patients to express themselves. She believes the patient is an expert on his/her health and the goal is to work with the patient to navigate the mental health difficulties in his/her life.
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Houston Direct Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77018 (Online Only)
Now accepting new patients from across Texas! Are you uncertain if what you're experiencing is typical? Do questions arise about forgetfulness, difficulty focusing, or persistent distractions? Has getting out of bed become a struggle, or has enthusiasm for life waned with unexplained tears? Sleep troubles and lingering exhaustion also sound familiar? If trauma has left you anxious, I'm here to support you. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone—I'm here to help. With experience working with teens, and adults, I specialize in substance use, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
Now accepting new patients from across Texas! Are you uncertain if what you're experiencing is typical? Do questions arise about forgetfulness, difficulty focusing, or persistent distractions? Has getting out of bed become a struggle, or has enthusiasm for life waned with unexplained tears? Sleep troubles and lingering exhaustion also sound familiar? If trauma has left you anxious, I'm here to support you. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone—I'm here to help. With experience working with teens, and adults, I specialize in substance use, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
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JaShunta Carson is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Carson felt the only way to accomplish that is to become an expert in both medicine and psychiatry. JaShunta wanted to be a well-rounded provider. Ms. Carson felt the only way to accomplish that is to become an expert in both medicine and psychiatry. Ms. Carson serves the entire life span seeing ages 6 and older. She has worked in every area of mental health serving, children, adolescents, adult, and geriatric populations.
JaShunta Carson is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Carson felt the only way to accomplish that is to become an expert in both medicine and psychiatry. JaShunta wanted to be a well-rounded provider. Ms. Carson felt the only way to accomplish that is to become an expert in both medicine and psychiatry. Ms. Carson serves the entire life span seeing ages 6 and older. She has worked in every area of mental health serving, children, adolescents, adult, and geriatric populations.
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Ingrid Suazo is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who has an extensive 10-year involvement working with severely mentally ill individuals. Her great passion is bringing out the fullest potential, and guiding healing to clients across the life span.
Ingrid Suazo is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who has an extensive 10-year involvement working with severely mentally ill individuals. Her great passion is bringing out the fullest potential, and guiding healing to clients across the life span.
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Delisa Brooks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77009 (Online Only)
Delisa Brooks, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a mental health certified nurse practitioner. She has extensive experience with outpatient psychiatric clinic practice, managing a variety of mental health conditions across the lifespan. Being a dual-certified educated nurse practitioner, I utilize both family and mental health education backgrounds to meet patients’ needs with a holistic model. I establish a healthcare partnership that considers all the patient’s needs and circumstances and uses interventions from a variety of scientific disciplines to help people regain and maintain optimum health.
Delisa Brooks, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a mental health certified nurse practitioner. She has extensive experience with outpatient psychiatric clinic practice, managing a variety of mental health conditions across the lifespan. Being a dual-certified educated nurse practitioner, I utilize both family and mental health education backgrounds to meet patients’ needs with a holistic model. I establish a healthcare partnership that considers all the patient’s needs and circumstances and uses interventions from a variety of scientific disciplines to help people regain and maintain optimum health.
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Omolara Jowojori offers empathetic and compassionate mental health care to clients in Texas at LifeStance Health. Her approach is centered on active listening and creating a supportive environment where clients can feel understood and not alone. By utilizing a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and thorough medication management, Omolara helps clients address a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Her goal is to provide holistic care that supports clients in their journey toward mental wellness and personal growth.
Omolara Jowojori offers empathetic and compassionate mental health care to clients in Texas at LifeStance Health. Her approach is centered on active listening and creating a supportive environment where clients can feel understood and not alone. By utilizing a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and thorough medication management, Omolara helps clients address a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Her goal is to provide holistic care that supports clients in their journey toward mental wellness and personal growth.
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Nkechi Ukomadu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77036 (Online Only)
We are accepting patients. I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with certification in FNP and Family Psychiatry. I have been practicing for over 7 years as a Certified NP and over 30 years as a BSN RN. Recognizing that health is wealth, it is imperative that your mentally ill health is taken seriously because the disease of the mind is the disease of the body. As a mentally ill, you do not have to be stigmatized. You have equal opportunity and the right to access the mental health care that you need. The world we live in is full of challenges that contribute to mental illness, and we consider those when providing your care.
We are accepting patients. I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with certification in FNP and Family Psychiatry. I have been practicing for over 7 years as a Certified NP and over 30 years as a BSN RN. Recognizing that health is wealth, it is imperative that your mentally ill health is taken seriously because the disease of the mind is the disease of the body. As a mentally ill, you do not have to be stigmatized. You have equal opportunity and the right to access the mental health care that you need. The world we live in is full of challenges that contribute to mental illness, and we consider those when providing your care.
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Zenith Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77089 (Online Only)
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Appointment within a week are available including AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS. At Zenith Psychiatry, we specialize in kids, Adolescent and Adult mental health. We provide Compassionate, Safe, and Evidence Based Care. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health which involves addressing your emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health needs. We will work with you to individualize your treatment plan and treat you in a Safe, Caring and non-judgmental matter.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Appointment within a week are available including AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS. At Zenith Psychiatry, we specialize in kids, Adolescent and Adult mental health. We provide Compassionate, Safe, and Evidence Based Care. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health which involves addressing your emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health needs. We will work with you to individualize your treatment plan and treat you in a Safe, Caring and non-judgmental matter.
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Mind Connection Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77067
***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME***Welcome to Mind Connection Behavioral Health where your mental health is our priority. We are committed to providing you with exceptional mental health and psychiatric services, and delivering high quality care to patients of all ages. Our goal is to make you feel valued and not numbered.
***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME***Welcome to Mind Connection Behavioral Health where your mental health is our priority. We are committed to providing you with exceptional mental health and psychiatric services, and delivering high quality care to patients of all ages. Our goal is to make you feel valued and not numbered.
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Olivier Djoumessi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77009 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with eight years of healthcare experience. I am dedicated, compassionate, and patient focused. My approach to care combines medication management with supportive therapy, focusing on empowering individuals to overcome personal challenges through a comprehensive and integrative method. I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, psychoeducation, and motivational interviewing, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs of my patients.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with eight years of healthcare experience. I am dedicated, compassionate, and patient focused. My approach to care combines medication management with supportive therapy, focusing on empowering individuals to overcome personal challenges through a comprehensive and integrative method. I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, psychoeducation, and motivational interviewing, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs of my patients.
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Kemi Fawehinmi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77042 (Online Only)
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and work with a wide array of struggles including anxiety, ADHD, depression, panic, PTSD, mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, compulsive behaviors, and adjustment disorders. I use a holistic approach to provide care to my clients and I create a conducive, empathetic environment for them.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and work with a wide array of struggles including anxiety, ADHD, depression, panic, PTSD, mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, compulsive behaviors, and adjustment disorders. I use a holistic approach to provide care to my clients and I create a conducive, empathetic environment for them.
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Serene Bold Health Clinic
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77069
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping people with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. I work with my clients to develop personalized care plans that meet their individual needs and goals. My ideal client is someone who's struggling with a mental health condition, substance use disorder, or both, including those who identify as LGBTQ+. If that's you, I can help. Please reach out to me to get started.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in helping people with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. I work with my clients to develop personalized care plans that meet their individual needs and goals. My ideal client is someone who's struggling with a mental health condition, substance use disorder, or both, including those who identify as LGBTQ+. If that's you, I can help. Please reach out to me to get started.
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Divine Psychiatric foundation
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
My name is Chikodi Uju Oji, I am a board-certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner(PMHNP) in Houston Texas and New Mexico. My goal is to assist individuals like you overcome life challenges and improve their overall well-being.
My name is Chikodi Uju Oji, I am a board-certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner(PMHNP) in Houston Texas and New Mexico. My goal is to assist individuals like you overcome life challenges and improve their overall well-being.
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Dawn of Grace Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77095
Is it time to make some changes in your life? Are struggling in ways you don't understand? Depression and anxiety are real. Whether it is lack of knowledge, embarrassment, or misinformation, mental health is the topic many individuals and families would rather avoid. This leads to undiagnosed and untreated mental health struggles that can many times cause one to feel lost, invisible, alone, and unheard—but this does not have to be! Your mental health struggles do not have to control your destiny. You can take contorl and change the trajectory of your life. Let me help.
Is it time to make some changes in your life? Are struggling in ways you don't understand? Depression and anxiety are real. Whether it is lack of knowledge, embarrassment, or misinformation, mental health is the topic many individuals and families would rather avoid. This leads to undiagnosed and untreated mental health struggles that can many times cause one to feel lost, invisible, alone, and unheard—but this does not have to be! Your mental health struggles do not have to control your destiny. You can take contorl and change the trajectory of your life. Let me help.
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Christina Shephard is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Christina provides a warm and collaborative approach to psychiatry by using an unbiased approach and active listening. She focuses on what motivates the client. Christina is empathetic, knowledgeable, and responsive. She's known for her attention to detail and patience. She has six years of nursing experience. Outside of work, Christina enjoys ice-skating, traveling, playing with her dog, binge watching her favorite shows, and trying new restaurants.
Christina Shephard is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Christina provides a warm and collaborative approach to psychiatry by using an unbiased approach and active listening. She focuses on what motivates the client. Christina is empathetic, knowledgeable, and responsive. She's known for her attention to detail and patience. She has six years of nursing experience. Outside of work, Christina enjoys ice-skating, traveling, playing with her dog, binge watching her favorite shows, and trying new restaurants.
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Joanna Afolabi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77032 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are trying to juggle a million different things at once? Do you find it difficult to balance your relationships, career, and health? Is it challenging to treat yourself well? As a Board-Certified Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner, together we can figure out what isn't working and restore equilibrium to your life. My goal is to offer professional, sympathetic, impartial, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based care. I provide care to patients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar disorders, and Psychotic disorders.
Do you feel like you are trying to juggle a million different things at once? Do you find it difficult to balance your relationships, career, and health? Is it challenging to treat yourself well? As a Board-Certified Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner, together we can figure out what isn't working and restore equilibrium to your life. My goal is to offer professional, sympathetic, impartial, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based care. I provide care to patients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar disorders, and Psychotic disorders.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy