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Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP

Barbara Njuguna

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
1907 Park Avenue, Suite 101, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Let's Connect (908) 460-5157
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Serenity Psychiatric & Counseling Services is dedicated to promoting mental wellness. Our team of highly experienced dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners is committed to empowering individuals, motivating them to build resilience, overcome challenges, and cultivate hope. We offer comprehensive services that treat mental health conditions and substance use disorders. We can help you in reaching your mental health goals.
Our comprehensive approach involves conducting detailed psychiatric evaluations to understand your unique needs and challenges. We create personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific requirements. Additionally, we offer effective medication management for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Mood disorders, anxiety, Schizophrenia, substance use, and more.
At Serenity, we will provide you with a safe and compassionate environment where you can expect to be treated with the utmost respect, kindness, and empathy. Our focus is to help you achieve your treatment goals, build resilience, and foster hope for a brighter future.
Call or Barbara Njuguna now for a free 15 minute consultation - (908) 460-5157

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1907 Park Avenue

Suite 101

South Plainfield, NJ 07080 map

(908) 460-5157
Serenity offers flexible scheduling for virtual and in-person mental health services. Our experienced team provides client-centered care.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (908) 460-5157
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1907 Park Avenue

Suite 101

South Plainfield, NJ 07080 map

(908) 460-5157
Serenity offers flexible scheduling for virtual and in-person mental health services. Our experienced team provides client-centered care.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • clover
  • ComPsych
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Magellan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept non-insured self-pay patients. New appointments within 48 hours
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (908) 460-5157
"
We accept non-insured self-pay patients. New appointments within 48 hours
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (908) 460-5157

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: New Jersey / 26NJ00833500 Barbara Njuguna
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Aspen University-DNP, Widener University-FNP, Washburn University-PMHNP
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (908) 460-5157
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (908) 460-5157

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (908) 460-5157
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (908) 460-5157

Endorsement

Diana Lapp-Walk & Talk Therapy-ISCS
Diana Lapp-Walk & Talk Therapy-ISCS
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
I highly recommend Serenity P C S (Dr. Njuguna) due to their motivation to strive to provide the best treatment to their clients. Dr. Njuguna has a tender approach and a passion for helping others meet their goals.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Swahili

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Swahili

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (908) 460-5157
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (908) 460-5157

Location

Primary Location

1907 Park Avenue

Suite 101

South Plainfield, NJ 07080

(908) 460-5157
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Serenity offers flexible scheduling for virtual and in-person mental health services. Our experienced team provides client-centered care.
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (908) 460-5157
"
Serenity offers flexible scheduling for virtual and in-person mental health services. Our experienced team provides client-centered care.
Photo of Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Barbara Njuguna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (908) 460-5157