I, Esther Anyatonwu DNP-PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, CRNP have a combined 20 years of nursing experience. My doctoral graduate degree was obtained from the prestigious Brandman University with a Doctor of Nursing Practice-Psychiatric Mental Health-Board Certified. I also hold a Masters in Nursing degree with a specialty in Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. I am the founder of UMA Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC. I specialize in diagnosis and medication management of psychiatric disorders, including bipolar, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia disorders, and non-stimulant management of ADHD and IED and more. You can reach me by email, telephone, or go to my website and register for an appointment.
In my first initial psychiatric evaluation, we'll explore what mental health issues you are struggling with. Secondly, we will collaboratively decide the most appropriate evidenced-based medication managements and treatment modalities that promises the best outcome. I will ensure that treatment is provided in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner
Strong active listening skills, fostering trust and understanding. I am highly empathetic and has the natural ability to connect with people and put myself in others' shoes.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma related to their relationships or family or job situations. Majority of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Other specialties
Cash - $185 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Capital Blue Cross
Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Geisinger - Medicare
Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Highmark - Medicare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
Psychoeducation
Use Psycho education as a therapeutic approach to give patients, their families, and caregivers with essential information regarding mental health conditions, symptoms, and treatment options.
Interpersonal
Used this method to focus on relieving negative symptoms through the improvement of interpersonal function
11 ratings with written reviews
June 26, 2026
Kind and listen. Seems like she cares to help.
June 14, 2026
Very warm personality, definately made the conversation feel warm and welcoming.
June 11, 2026
Although I've only been working with Esther for a short period of time, I've noticed a vast improvement in my day-to-day life with her guidance. I'm incredibly grateful for all of the help she's done, and encourage anyone to work with her if they're going through anything, as they'll have a wonderful person to help them work through their problems.