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Dr. Chika Akaluso

Doctor of Nursing Practice | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

I am a provider at our North Bethesda clinic who offers psychiatric services!

My ideal client is someone who is looking for strategic guidance, clarity, and actionable insights to solve their challenges.

ISSUES
Lack of Clarity: They have trouble outlining their goals or the next course of action.
• Inefficiency: They feel trapped in ineffective decision-making, creative, or job processes.
• Growth Barriers: Whether it’s business growth, personal development, or creative expansion, they desire to grow but are unsure how.
• Complexity & Overwhelm: They are overwhelmed by knowledge or options, which causes them to do nothing.

NEEDS

Strategy & Guidance: Whether it’s for personal or professional, they need a road map to success.
• Actionable Steps: They require concrete actions to put their ideas into practice, not just thoughts.
• Problem-Solving: They require assistance in decomposing difficult problems into digestible answers.
• Accountability & Motivation: To stay on course, they need assistance and encouragement.

GOALS

In clarity: to proceed with assurance and a well-stated plan.
• Productivity & Efficiency: Try to increase impact and optimize workflow.
• Innovation & Growth: seek out novel concepts and methods to differentiate themselves in their industry.
• Success and Fulfillment: In the end, to accomplish significant success in their personal, professional, or artistic endeavors.

My job as a PMHNP is to support people with mental health issues by offering comprehensive mental health care that integrates medical and psychological approaches. I provide therapy, medication management, diagnosis, and treatment planning, guaranteeing a comprehensive approach to wellbeing.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I want my patients to know that I see you, I hear you, and I truly care about your well-being.

Mental health struggles can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through them alone. Whether you’re battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling overwhelmed with life’s challenges, I want you to know that your feelings are valid, and help is available. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness—it’s an act of strength.

I work to establish a judgment-free, compassionate, caring, and secure environment where you feel free to express your feelings, ideas, and challenges. Your story is important, and I’m available to hear it and guide you at your own speed as you work towards recovery.

There is no one-size-fits-all method of providing mental health care, in my opinion. Each person’s journey is unique, just like them. To help you feel empowered and in charge of your mental health, we will work together to explore treatment choices that meet your requirements, whether that involves medication management, therapy, lifestyle modifications, or a combination of techniques.