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Mercy Awokunle, PMHNP-BC

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Washington DCMarylandVirginia
ADHD- Anxiety -Bipolar disorder- Depression-Mood disorders-Medication Management-

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Professional statement

Mercy Awokunle is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with an extensive background in the healthcare field. She's a compassionate provider that's dedicated to providing a high-quality of care to her clients. Mercy is guided by the core values of integrity, trust, transparency, and professionalism. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, ensuring that your mental health journey is in capable hands.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 6 years



Licensure

Maryland: R187081 - Virginia: 0024184608 - Washington DC: NP500024273

Languages

English

Specialties

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

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine

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

Mood disorders - Clinical depression, persistent depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders that cause disturbances in the client's mood, causing mood swings, restless sleep, and/or elevated mood

Medication Management - Guidance and support in safely using prescribed medications to manage symptoms and improve overall well-being.




Clientele

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

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in MD, VA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in MD, VA)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (in-network in MD, VA)
  • CareFirst Maryland (in-network in MD, VA)
  • Cigna (in-network in MD, VA)
  • Medicaid (in-network in MD, VA, DC)
  • Medical Assistance (in-network in MD, VA, DC)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in MD, VA)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$250 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$150 - $250

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