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Mwamini Benga, PMHNP-BC(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Ohio
Anxiety -Aging related concerns- Depression-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Hi, I’m Mwamini, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out for support—taking this step is an important investment in your well-being.
My approach is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and respected. I work with individuals navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions, and I focus on helping you build resilience, find balance, and move toward greater clarity and stability.
I also work closely with clients to ensure care is accessible and straightforward. I am in-network with many major insurance plans, and for those with coverage, we will bill your plan directly so you are typically only responsible for a copay.


Message to clients

You don’t have to navigate things on your own. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, going through a transition, or simply looking for more balance in your life, therapy can provide a space to pause, reflect, and move forward with intention.
In our work together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and take practical, meaningful steps toward feeling better. I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable being yourself while also feeling supported in making real progress.
If you’re looking for a provider who will meet you with empathy, listen closely, and work alongside you toward a more grounded and fulfilling life, I would be honored to support you in that process.


Licensure

Ohio: APRN.CNP.0039486

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Specialties

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

Aging related concerns - Coping with memory loss, loss of independence, and other physical and/or mental impacts of aging. May include support for family or caregivers and resource planning for changes in living situation.

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



Treatment approaches


Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Connecticut
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Virginia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Connecticare
  • Emblem Health
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Evernorth
  • First Choice Health
  • Florida Blue
  • Health Plans Inc.
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • LifeWise
  • Mass General Brigham
  • Medicare
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Regence Blue Shield
  • The Empire Plan
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellpoint Military Care

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
Therapist's note

For insurance accepted: Avg copay: $15/session (but most insured members pay $0)

Insurances Accepted: Cigna, AvMed, Medica, Surest, Centivo, Evernorth, GatorCare, EVHC-Aetna, BridgeSpan, District 9, ConnectiCare, RGA of Idaho, EmblemHealth, Banner / Aetna, Wellpoint-Mass, HMO Blue Texas, Meritain Health, Anthem Blue Cross, Sutter Health Plan, EmblemHealth / HIP, Aetna Medical Plans, Alterwood Advantage, First Choice Health, Blue Cross of Idaho, Regence MedAdvantage, Alignment Health Plan, EVHC-Aetna (Internal), UMR Behavioral Health, HealthSelect of Texas, Oscar Health Insurance, Providence Health Plan, Optum Behavioral Health, Tyson Health Plan (BAA), Asuris Northwest Health, United Behavioral Health, Kelsey Care Health Plans, Western Health Advantage, Health First Health Plans, Carelon Behavioral Health, LifeWise Assurance Company, Allegiance Behavioral Health, Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Ventura County Health Care Plan, The Empire Plan/ New York State, Premera Blue Cross of Washington, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois, Regence Blue Shield of Washington, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Lifewise Health Plan of Washington, Allegiance Benefit Plan Management, RGA - Regence Group Administrators, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage, United HealthCare (UHC) of all states, Inercultural Physicians Network (IPN), Health Management Administrators - HMA, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Ohio, Regence Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Utah, HMA - Healthcare Management Administrators, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nevada, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts NVA, Premera Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alaska, Regence Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oregon, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Indiana, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kentucky, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Missouri, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida (GatorCare), Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Hampshire, HMO Blue of Texas / Blue Cross & Blue Shield of TX, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New York Empire