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Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Clinical Director Guarded Mind Wellness Center
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder,
In network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Healthcare, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Optum,

Introduction

At Guarded Mind Wellness Center, we are committed to improving mental health care access and reducing stigma through empowerment. Our vision is to cultivate mental wellness and emotional resilience, empowering people to live purposefully, heal deeply, and thrive holistically in mind, body, and spirit.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • CRNP-PMH #R181022 (MD)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Military/Veterans

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Humana
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Optum
  • Medicaid

Pay out-of-pocket

Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Guarded Mind Wellness Center
187 E Main St, Apt 2
Westminster, MD 21157-5010
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Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Doctoral Degree, Psychiatric Nursing - University of Maryland, Baltimore

Certifications

  • Serious Mental Illness
  • Trauma
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Addiction/Substance Abuse
  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health
  • CBT

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
  • Nurse Practitioners Association of Maryland (NPAM)

FAQ

Is Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC also offers a free consultation.
Does Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC specialize in? Dr. Chikaodi MBA, DNP, PMHNP-BC specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, College Mental Health, Depression, Grief, Medication Management, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sleep or Insomnia, Suicidal Ideation, and Trauma.
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