DrChris Onye
About me: I am Dr. Chris Onye, DNP, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. I provide comprehensive medication management and therapeutic support for a wide range of conditions, with a focus on ADHD, depression, and anxiety disorders. My practice is patient-centered and direct, dedicated to helping you achieve lasting emotional well-being and an improved quality of life.
Another strength is thorough assessment and accurate diagnosis, which allows for thoughtful, evidence-based treatment decisions, particularly when it comes to medication management.
First session
In our first session, you can expect a welcoming, judgment-free space where your concerns are heard and your voice truly matters. We will focus on understanding you as a whole person by discussing your current goals, history, and the factors shaping your well-being. Together, we will outline a collaborative, evidence-based treatment plan tailored to your needs, ensuring you feel empowered and supported from day one.
Strengths
My greatest strength lies in my ability to combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion, creating a safe, understanding space where clients feel empowered in their care. I pride myself on thorough assessment and accurate diagnosis, which allows for evidence-based treatment decisions, particularly in medication management. By prioritizing education, I ensure clients feel informed and confident in their treatment path. My therapeutic approach is defined by its holistic, individualized nature. I look beyond symptoms to understand the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing each client’s mental health, ensuring every care plan is uniquely tailored to the person, not just the diagnosis.
Ideal clients
Psychiatry is my calling! I care and serve everyone young and old, the same personalized care. Most of my patients / clients think that I am a great Psychiatric Provider that combines intelligence, medical and psychiatric expertise with active listening and empathy, providing personalized care that addresses both symptoms and root causes of mental health challenges. I am patient -centered with evidence based medication and treatment modalities.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
This is an effective and goal oriented form of psychotherapy. CBT helps individuals manage problems by identifying and changing unhelpful, negative thought patterns and behaviors. I focuses on the present, using practical, and use evidence-based / FDA approved techniques to improve emotional regulation and developing coping skills for for various disorders.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
In my practice, ACT is a mindfulness-based therapy hat helps people accept difficulty thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them ( seeing thoughts as just thoughts)
Psychoeducation
I utilize psychoeducation to empower my clients by providing them with a clear understanding of their diagnosis, the underlying mechanisms of their symptoms, and the evidence-based strategies available to manage them. By demystifying the therapeutic process and teaching practical coping skills, I help clients gain confidence, foster self-awareness, and take an active, informed role in their own path toward improved mental well-being.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
In my practice, I utilize a person-centered approach by fostering a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment. I believe that every client has an innate capacity for growth and self-healing, so I focus on active listening and unconditional positive regard to help you explore your thoughts and emotions, ultimately empowering you to discover your own solutions and reach your personal goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) to help clients identify and replace thoughts and behaviors that cause or worsen sleep problems with habits that promote sound sleep. We will work together to restructure sleep patterns, improve sleep hygiene, and address the underlying psychological factors contributing to your insomnia to help you achieve restful, restorative sleep.
Location
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In-person sessions3763 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92506, 104
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- CaliforniaLicense 95028507