Ashika Dickerson

Hello, my name is Ashika Dickerson. I was born in Washington, DC, and raised in the DMV area. I love spending time with my family, traveling, and trying new and exciting foods and desserts. I enjoy quality time with family and friends, whether it’s hosting board game nights, karaoke sessions, or Sunday brunch. When I’m not with family, I also love to travel. I’ve visited 14 countries, and some of my favorites I’ve explored 4 or 5 times. I hope to continue adding to my growing list of travel experiences in the coming years. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience and a deep passion for helping clients achieve balance and clarity. My background spans hospital, academic, and community mental health settings, where I’ve cared for clients managing both acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. I’ve also served in intensive care units, nursing education and leadership roles, helping shape the next generation of nursing professionals. These experiences have strengthened my commitment to treating the whole person, the mind, body, and spirit rather than just the symptoms. I graduated from the University of Maryland's School of Nursing and received my Post-Master's certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Wilkes University's Passan School of Nursing. I am Board-Certified through the American Nurse Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I pride myself on providing the most up-to-date, evidence-based care to my patients and maintain consistent membership and interaction with colleagues in the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, and the Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland, Inc. Clients often describe my approach as down-to-earth, compassionate, and empowering. I believe that therapy and medication management are most effective when they are collaborative, with you as an active participant in your healing process. Together, we will explore patterns, build insight, and create practical strategies that support long-term wellness. Grounded in a strong academic foundation and a deep respect for each person’s story, I bring a personalized and integrative approach to every session. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing can unfold naturally and authentically.