Juliet Nwanna
I am a doctoral-prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with nearly 30 years of comprehensive healthcare experience across diverse clinical settings.
With nearly 3 decades of experience in diverse clinical settings, I’ve developed strong expertise in providing care to individuals across the lifespan.
My goal is to collaborate with clients to provide individualized mental health treatment plans and to always create a supportive, empathetic, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach is to work with clients to explore what’s been weighing on them, tailor their treatment plans to their individual needs, and meet them where they are on their journey toward holistic wellness, helping them to achieve their expected goals.
First session
During your first session, you can expect a welcoming and supportive therapeutic environment focused on understanding you. We’ll discuss your current concerns, history, and goals while completing a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Together, we’ll explore treatment options that may include medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and practical strategies tailored to your needs. After this, we will collaboratively create an individualized treatment plan, including next steps for follow-up. The initial session takes approximately an hour, so you can plan toward that.
Strengths
With nearly 3 decades of experience in diverse clinical settings, I’ve developed strong expertise in providing care to individuals across the lifespan. This allows me to provide patient-centered care tailored to each client’s unique needs, goals, and values. Above all, I am dedicated to supporting each person’s journey toward healthier mental well-being, providing guidance, encouragement, and practical tools every step of the way.
Ideal clients
I am passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate life's challenges and transitions. I especially enjoy working with individuals who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about their direction and are looking for guidance, clarity, and emotional support. With my background in healthcare and mental health, I provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. I use evidence-based approaches, including therapy and medication management when appropriate, to help individuals build resilience, gain confidence, and move toward their personal goals. I am especially well-suited to working with clients who are open to growth, willing to learn new skills, and ready to take steps toward improving their mental well-being. My goal is to help my clients feel more in control, more balanced, and more empowered in their daily lives. If you’re ready to work through challenges and create meaningful change, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary, evidence-based approach to help individuals effectively manage anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health challenges. My goal is not just to help clients feel better temporarily, but to equip them with practical tools that create lasting change. I work with clients to help them understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected and to guide them in identifying and changing unhelpful negative thinking patterns. Sessions are collaborative, structured, and tailored to client needs, focusing on practical strategies that improve lasting emotional balance and daily functioning.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- District of ColumbiaLicense NP1031794
- MarylandLicense R174657