Valencia Covington
Valencia M Covington, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a native of Chicago, Illinois “The Windy City”. She has 24+ years of nursing experience. She is currently working in the mental health realm. She is a board-certified family and mental health provider for adolescents, adults, and seniors in the outpatient and inpatient populations.
I take pride in getting to know my patient's and making them know that they aren't just another appointment.
She graduated from Walden & Liberty University which emphasizes Christian values, which she proudly utilizes in everyday practice and daily life. Valencia is the owner and founder of Exceptional Mental Health & Wellness, which opened for business in 2022. We are currently providing telehealth and in-person visits. Mrs. Valencia uses a holistic approach and evidence-based practice modalities centered around patient goals and wishes. Treatment options include but are not limited to medication and non-medication approaches.
First session
The initial visit is 60 minutes or less. We will perform a mental health evaluation. Reviewing you medical and mental health history. We review medications and any previous treatment modalities. Developing a care plan for future visits.
Strengths
I take pride in getting to know my patient's and making them know that they aren't just another appointment. I like to know a little about you and what led up your first visit with me. I also like the patient's I serve to be apart of their care. I have taken care of patient's inpatient and outpatient. I take my time with every patient. I listen to what they are struggling with and what they are looking for on their mental health journey. My patient's are heard and they know they can depend on me to make decisions in their best interest. I have experience with children, adults and geriatric patients.
Ideal clients
I provide care to clients that may be struggling with mental health disorders. Providing care to those ages 7 and above. Prepared to care for geriatric patient's living in assisted living and nursing homes as well. Taking pride in reducing the stigma associated around mental health care. If you are looking for faith based care, you are in the right place.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
This therapy helps my patients by directly targeting suicidal thoughts, hopelessness and the behaviors that keep patient's in the suicidal mode. This technique also helps build coping skills. cognitive flexibility, emotional regulation and safety planning. This helps my patient's feel better about self, prevent relapse and hospital admissions. This therapy technique helps prevent suicide attempts.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT treatment method is very useful in my practice. It aids in helping my clients understand the utilize a positive perspective on everyday situations in work, home and school. We use role play and real life situations to get the most from this treatment technique. Keeping the client engaged and excited as they learn to retrain negative thoughts and behaviors.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- GeorgiaLicense RN199038
- New MexicoLicense 86113