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As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner deeply committed to culturally competent, compassionate care, I strive to create...
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As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner deeply committed to culturally competent, compassionate care, I strive to create a safe, respectful space where you feel truly seen, heard, and empowered in your healing journey.
I am Dr. Chika Okeoma, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to compassionate, culturally responsive care. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. Many of my clients seek clarity, emotional balance, and practical tools to improve their daily lives. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered as they work toward healing and lasting mental wellness.
My approach combines evidence-based treatment, thoughtful medication management, and a holistic understanding of each person’s experiences. I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that may include medication, therapy strategies, and lifestyle support to help them build resilience and meaningful progress.
I believe every person deserves to feel understood, supported, and hopeful about their future. No matter where you are in your mental health journey, you do not have to navigate it alone. Together, we can work toward greater balance, clarity, and well-being. I look forward to supporting you on your path forward.
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Growing up in a working-class, single-parent home shaped my empathy, and I bring personal and professional experience to meet each...
Growing up in a working-class, single-parent home shaped my empathy, and I bring personal and professional experience to meet each client with authenticity and care.
I am William Watson, a Licensed Social Worker Supervisee with 2 years of experience. Shaped by a working-class, single-parent upbringing, I bring lived experiences and strong clinical training to my work. I support adolescents and adults facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, stress, and life transitions. My goal is to provide steady guidance and practical support as a respectful partner who values honesty, feedback, and collaboration.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Arkansas and blend evidence-informed care with lived experience. My sessions emphasize practical tools, steady structure, and clear goals to help clients build confidence and skills between visits.
I know that starting therapy can feel overwhelming. That’s why I focus on creating a safe, respectful space where you can move at your own pace. If you are looking for practical strategies and a collaborative therapist who meets you where you are, I welcome you to reach out because you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
I understand that our society can view mental health negatively, but my goal is to redesign mental health care and make it assessa...
I understand that our society can view mental health negatively, but my goal is to redesign mental health care and make it assessable to all walks of life without discrimination.
Kedian Gooden is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to assisting individuals with mental health challenges to live more productive lives and improve their functioning in society. As a PMHNP, Kedian’s role is to provide safe, quality psychiatric care to individuals and their families. She is well versed in applying an evidence-based approach to conducting a psychiatric assessment, medication evaluation, and management for a wide variety of mental health conditions. Furthermore, Kedian has over 15 years of experience in health care, working in various positions, which have aided in her developing the necessary skills and abilities for providing the highest quality behavioral health care.
In 2007, Kedian obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing at the Northern Caribbean University. Over the years, she grew to love and appreciate caring for individuals with mental health conditions, which gave her the drive to improve the quality of care and bring more awareness to reduce the daunting stigma plaguing the mental health community. She then furthered her studies at Walden University, achieving a Master of Science degree in nursing specializing in mental health care across a life span. Kedian possesses exceptional clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
Kedian is passionate and highly motivated in delivering high-quality, compassionate, client-centered care. She demonstrates empathetic listening skills and establishes a therapeutic alliance with patients, family, or caregivers in a nonjudgmental and safe virtual environment. If you are ready to take control of your mental health, join her and schedule an appointment with her today!
This world is not to be dealt with alone. Let me come alongside you and we can tackle it together!...
This world is not to be dealt with alone. Let me come alongside you and we can tackle it together!
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
Monica Alexander completed her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MA) at Liberty University in 2012. She is a wife and mother and an active member in her community and church. These roles coupled with clinical training and experience allow her to have an effective approach to problem-solving with modalities such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy, substance use treatment modalities (matrix, seeking safety, living in balance), and motivational interviewing.
Monica is ready! She believes you can do hard things. She wants you to become unstuck and free. Monica is confident that she will be able to provide effective treatment and straight answers, and that she will know the difference between when a client needs information versus affirmation to cope with challenges. If you are looking at this now, take the next step and schedule an appointment with her today!
I truly believe in creating a safe and understanding space where we can work together toward your mental well-being, honoring your...
I truly believe in creating a safe and understanding space where we can work together toward your mental well-being, honoring your unique experiences and cultural background every step of the way.
Wooni Kim is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of experience. She specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, among others. Wooni has worked in inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, hospice, and home health. She is devoted to evidence-based, holistic care through a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Wooni has a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. She provides both medication management and psychotherapy, working collaboratively with clients to create personalized treatment plans that address their psychological and emotional needs.
Wooni takes pride in building strong, trusting relationships with her clients, empowering them to actively participate in their treatment and recovery process. By listening with empathy and offering personalized care, she helps individuals regain control over their lives and achieve emotional balance. Schedule an appointment today!
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Bipolar disorder therapy from our providers at Thriveworks in Newport News, VA is an effective form of mental health treatment for those with bipolar disorder. It helps one to better navigate their unique experience, which might come with hypomanic, manic, or depressive episodes.
Bipolar disorder therapy works to help you manage your specific symptoms as well as improve your relationships. It can also help you cope with stress, a major contributor to the disorder.
Our bipolar disorder therapy services are conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you when working with one of providers at Thriveworks in Newport News, VA.
The length of bipolar disorder therapy sessions will vary from one person to the next, dependent on their specific needs. However, short-term, problem-focused therapy for bipolar disorder typically lasts for 12-16 weeks. Therapy may last longer for those who have more severe or persistent symptoms.
The therapists and psychologists at Thriveworks Newport News have helped many people overcome their bipolar depression. We work closely with our clients to find a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs, their particular diagnosis, and their future goals.
Bipolar depression is a serious mental illness wherein people experience cycles of depression and cycles of mania. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) outlines the definition of each cycle. Individuals must experience both in order to be diagnosed as Bipolar.
During a depressed cycle, people will experience an empty, weepy, or sad mood that persists for at least two weeks. It will be accompanied by indifference toward daily activities and at least three of these symptoms:
As if this depression cycle were not enough to handle, Bipolar depression has another cycle—mania. The DSM-5 also outlines what mania may look like in an individual’s life. The stereotype is raving happiness, but true mania can also frenetic irritation. The full diagnostics follow:
Far from a singular illness, bipolar depression has various subcategories of diagnosis. One common subcategory of Bipolar disorder is bipolar II where may experience severe depression cycles, but their mania cycle is usually a less severe hypomania. This is just one example of many.
Just as people who have been diagnosed with a severe physical illness must work closely with their doctors for treatment, a key to living with bipolar is working closely with a mental health professional. A skilled and experienced therapist can help clients find their right diagnosis and their right treatment plan.
If you have been diagnosed with Bipolar or if you have experienced some of the shifts in mood described in this article, know that Thriveworks Newport News has skilled and experienced therapists and psychologists who have helped many clients live happy, fulfilling lives despite their Bipolar diagnosis.
When you contact our office, know that you may have your first appointment within 24 hours. We also accept most insurance plans.
Let’s get started. Contact Thriveworks Newport News today by giving us a call or scheduling online today to begin.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Newport News is located in Port Warwick and near Loftis Boulevard and Nat Turner Boulevard, off Jefferson Avenue. It is just around the corner from the Christopher Newport University campus and the Ferguson Center for the Arts.
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