PMHNP, 5 years of experience
I’m Victor, a doctorate-prepared psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. I’m an empathic, considerate professional with nearly two decades of professional experience. When you seek services, you want someone who will take a holistic approach and help you address the psychological and physiological responses that are creating your distress. With my experience and thoughtful attitude, we’ll work together to reach your goals and improve your overall mood.
In our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know one another. I’ll ask about your background and what brought you to seek treatment. Then, we’ll discuss a potential diagnosis and if we’re a good professional fit. If we are, we’ll have an action plan by the end of the session.
I utilize evidence-based approaches to deliver patient-centred and trauma-informed types of care, which are tailored to suit the patient’s needs, goals, and vision. My personal and educational backgrounds have helped me to acquire excellent intercultural communication skills, having practiced nursing across different continents and multiple cultures I understand that seeking help for mental health can be daunting, which is why I emphasize empathy, respect, and confidentiality in every interaction. My client-centred approach ensures that individuals feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment plans. I am committed to fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable sharing their experiences and receiving the support they deserve.
My greatest strength with patients is in finding the words unspoken. If you struggle to find the clearest way to speak about your symptoms or presenting concerns, I’ll ask the right questions for you to feel understood.
I enjoy working with patients who are eager and motivated to make change. We’ll get along well with full transparency on both sides. That is, the more complete picture of your life you share, the quicker and more efficiently we can treat it.
Dr. Victor Nwagwu, DNP offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Virginia.