Dr. Uloma Okundaye
I’m Dr. Uloma Okundaye, PMHNP-BC, Clinical Director at Velox Psychiatric Management, bringing 25+ years of healthcare experience to patients of all ages. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or behavioral challenges, I’ll take time to hear your story and build a plan that fits your life. My goal isn’t just to ease symptoms, it’s to help you feel like yourself again. Telehealth and in-person visits available. **Now accepting new patients.**
Uloma Okundaye, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve mental wellness.
First session
Your first session is a warm, welcoming space to get to know each other and start building trust. Your first step starts here: 1. *We talk* - You share your story, I listen. For kids and teens, caregivers join in. 2. *We plan* - Together, we set goals and build a plan that fits you. 3. *We move forward* - Your questions answered, next visit scheduled. You’ll leave feeling heard and with a clear path forward.
Strengths
My greatest strengths are compassion, a whole-person approach, and strong partnerships with my patients. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard, with a special focus on helping children and teens build resilience while involving their families. Drawing on my background in psychiatry and primary care, I look beyond symptoms to your physical, emotional, and social well-being. Every plan combines evidence-based care with practical strategies and is built around your goals.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional and behavioral challenges. I especially enjoy working with young people and their caregivers, using approaches like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy, along with medication management when needed. I also welcome adults seeking compassionate, whole-person care for anxiety, depression, and trauma. My ideal client is ready to work collaboratively toward healing, resilience, and lasting wellness.
Origin story
Over my 22 years in healthcare, including years in acute and primary care, I saw again and again how deeply mental health shapes a person’s overall well-being. Many patients were struggling with conditions that went unrecognized or untreated, and I wanted to be part of changing that. Psychiatry allowed me to care for the whole person and build lasting relationships with patients and families. Helping someone feel understood, regain stability, and move forward with confidence is what continues to drive my work every day.
Ongoing work together
We’ll meet regularly to put your plan into action through therapy, medication check-ins, and practical skills, with caregivers involved for children and teens. We’ll review your goals often and adjust as needed. Signs of progress include: * Fewer or milder symptoms * Better coping and mood * Healthier relationships * More confidence in daily life Progress isn’t always a straight line, but we’ll work through it together.
Medication approach
I view medication as one part of a whole-person treatment plan, never the only answer. Before recommending anything, I complete a thorough evaluation and take time to understand your symptoms, history, and goals. I explain the benefits, possible side effects, and alternatives in clear terms, so you can make an informed decision together with me. I start thoughtfully, monitor closely, and adjust as needed through consistent follow-up. When appropriate, I combine medication with therapy, lifestyle changes, and family support to help you achieve lasting stability.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with individuals, families, and groups to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD. Together, we identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts, build healthier coping skills, and re-engage in meaningful activities through techniques like cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and exposure work. When appropriate, I combine CBT with medication management, and we set goals collaboratively, with practice between sessions to reinforce progress. This structured, evidence-based approach helps patients manage symptoms and improve their overall well-being.
Child-Parent Psychotherapy
I use Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) to help young children, from birth to age five, and their caregivers heal from trauma and strengthen their bond. Together, we work to build secure attachment, improve communication, and help both child and caregiver process difficult experiences. This evidence-based approach is especially effective for behavioral challenges and trauma-related symptoms in early childhood, helping families rebuild trust and resilience.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions13625 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77083, Suite C