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Adedayo Dansu

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Massachusetts
ADHD-Schizophrenia- Depression-Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)-Spravato-Neuropsychological Evaluation-
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Professional statement

Adedayo Dansu is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in the healthcare field, including four years in nursing. Her clinical background spans medical-surgical care, skilled nursing, adult inpatient psychiatry, and addiction medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Boston and went on to complete her Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from South College in Tennessee.

She works with adults ages 18 to 65 who are navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. Her areas of expertise include mood disorders, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, OCD, dementia, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, and chronic mental illness. With a deep understanding of both the physical and emotional aspects of mental health, she is passionate about helping individuals move toward stability, insight, and long-term recovery.

Her therapeutic approach combines comprehensive psychiatric assessments, evidence-based medication management, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions. She emphasizes collaboration and shared decision-making, empowering clients with the knowledge and tools they need to feel confident and in control of their healing journey. Her care is rooted in compassion, and she is committed to addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

At the core of her practice is a dedication to reducing mental health stigma and creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen and heard. She believes in the power of holistic care and works to cultivate lasting well-being through a personalized and empathetic approach.

Ms. Dayo offers telehealth-only sessions, allowing clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own space. She is available on most weekdays, including evening hours, to accommodate diverse schedules and ensure continuity of care for her clients.


Message to clients

Before we begin our work together, I want you to know that I deeply value creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for you to explore your mental health. Starting therapy or psychiatric care can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone—I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way. My goal is to listen, understand, and help you feel seen and empowered as we navigate your journey together.

I approach care with a deep respect for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and I tailor treatment to meet your individual needs. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or other challenges, I will work with you to create a plan that promotes healing, insight, and long-term stability.

My hope is that through our time together, you’ll not only find relief from symptoms but also reconnect with your inner strength, rediscover a sense of control, and move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 5 years

Bay Ridge Hospital-Psychiatric Department, Registered Nurse, 2023 - Present

SOUTH COLLEGE – KNOXVILLE, TN, RN, 2024
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS - BOSTON, MA, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, 2021

Licensure

Massachusetts: RN2364216

Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Schizophrenia - Support monitoring and managing symptoms; building skills and supports to reduce and respond to stressors and sustain a balanced life

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) - Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression/ OCD/Anxiety. TMS is typically used when other depression /OCD treatments are ineffective.

Spravato - Esketamine (brand name Spravato) is a nasal spray prescribed for adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) or major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts. It is derived from the anesthetic ketamine and is typically used alongside an oral antidepressant. Treatment is administered in a certified clinic under medical supervision and involves a specific dosing schedule.

Neuropsychological Evaluation - Neuropsychological Evaluation is a comprehensive assessment of how the brain is functioning by measuring a person’s thinking, behavior, and emotional functioning




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • ComPsych
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan (Commercial Plans, not via Mass Health or Navigator)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$300 (60min)

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