Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 69 ratings

Chika Agulanna

PMHNP

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

About me

Hello, I am Chika. I am a compassionate mental health provider that offer a safe and supportive environment for a patient's healing journey. I understand the complexities of mental health and the impact it can have on an individual's life. With a deep understanding of various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma and more. I am equipped to provide effective treatment and support tailored to each patient's unique needs. I recognize that seeking help can be a daunting experience, and I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment. Privacy and confidentiality are prioritized, ensuring that patients feel safe and secure throughout their therapeutic journey.

Get to know me

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

In our first sessions together, there will be a brief introduction and then we dive into your personal challenges and develop strategic ways to deal with the issues.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My biggest strengths are in providing medication management in addition to weekly psychotherapy to provide the best care for the patients.

Specialties

Top specialties

I identify as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

We use CBT to identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to psychological distress. We assist the patient in developing coping strategies and problem solving skills. Help the patient implement behavior changes through goal setting and gradual exposure to feared situations.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

We use DBT to assist individuals learn and utilize emotional regulation skills where they can identify, understand and manage their emotions effectively. The patient will be given skills to help with mindfulness and develop distress tolerance skills.

Location

Offers in-person in 4944 E Clinton Way, Fresno, CA 93727, Suite 107Virtual

Licensed in

Accepts

Cash - $350 per sessionAetnaAetna - MedicareAetna - WebTPAAll SaversAnthemAvMedBlue CrossBlue Shield (MHSA) MagellanCalViva Health (Medi-Cal)Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)CignaCommunity Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)EvernorthGold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)Golden RuleHarvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcareHealth Net (Medi-Cal)Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-CalHumana - MedicareHumana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)L.A. Care CoveredL.A. Care Covered DirectL.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)L.A. Care PASC-SEIUOptumOptumHealth Complex Medical ConditionsOscarOxfordPartnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-CalScripps Health PlanSharp Health PlanSurest (formerly Bind)Tufts Health/CignaUnited Medical ResourcesUnitedHealthcare Life InsuranceUnitedHealthcare Shared ServicesUnitedHealthcare StudentResourcesUnitedHealthcare/OptumUnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 69 ratings

6 ratings with written reviews

August 16, 2025

I felt her genuine desire to help me. She seems knowledgeable about the medications I needed.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 1 with Chika

June 27, 2025

Great and welcoming first session. Asked thorough questions to really get my history and listened!

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Chika

May 17, 2025

I knew I’ve needed help mentally my fiancées mom told me because I am a mom of three and have not a lot of time for myself that they have a virtual session that I can do to get some help. Felt like I could poor my whole life out to her and was able to get some type of clarity and understanding from a person on the outside looking in.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 1 with Chika