Ruth Esmeralda Mena

(she/her)

PMHNP, 8 years of experience
Warm
Solution oriented
Intelligent
VirtualAvailable

Ruth Esmeralda Mena, PMHNP, is a board-certified bi-lingual (Spanish & English). I have over eight years of diverse experience in community, outpatient, and acute care settings. I treat all mental health conditions. Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are. I do not believe in prescribing or treating in a "one size fits all." I value and want input and feedback from my patients.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I am compassionate, open-minded, holistic, and solution-oriented. I hope that patients leave their appointments feeling like their concerns have been heard and fully addressed, they are respected and not judged, they clearly understand their treatment plan, and they have a more hopeful outlook for their future and present. I would love to help you empower yourself to heal and thrive through a holistic care approach that brings wellness to your mind, spirit, and body.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Client-oriented care, one on one. I would like to help my client improve their lives through evidence-based treatments and centered patient care with the highest quality in psychiatric and mental health.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in treating individuals across the lifespan with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, psychosis, and ADHD. With over eight years of diverse experience in community, outpatient, and acute care settings.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Other specialties

I identify as

Serves ages

Children (6 to 12)

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Accepts

Location

Offers in-person in 10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030, Suite 407

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have used it to work together as a team with my client to identify problems the client is facing and to develop strategies for addressing them to create positive solutions and coping skills.

Compassion Focused

I'm a compassionate PMHNP; I am here to help you navigate these challenging times.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I myself come from a mix of cultures and backgrounds, and I value the strength it provides me. I have the opportunity to communicate with people of different backgrounds and ethnicities and provide high-quality care with respect.

Motivational Interviewing

I used this method to help my clients make essential life changes.

, 62 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

February 3, 2026

Mrs. Esmeralda has help me to slow down and manage one thing at a time. I’m a better teacher, wife and friend since my life has slowed down. Thank you Mrs. Ruth

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 13 with Ruth

November 5, 2025

I want to thank psychiatrist Ruth Esmeralda Mena for being so attentive, patient, and truly humane. She listened carefully, took the time to understand everything that was going on, and showed genuine compassion. What made a big difference is that she speaks Spanish perfectly, which made me feel completely comfortable expressing my problems and symptoms. It’s not easy to find a professional who combines knowledge, empathy, and clear communication like she does. Highly recommended!

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Ruth

April 28, 2025

I like her approach and she just is an inviting person who is easy to talk to. She truly listens to my concerns and helps me figure out the best plan and med management that will help me get back on my feet.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 2 with Ruth