Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Available both in-person and online
42201 N. 41st Drive, Building B, Suite 160. Phoenix, AZ 85086
Let's Connect (480) 613-9964
Many of the people who come to Desert Bolt Behavioral feel overwhelmed, mentally scattered, or stuck despite trying their best to function at work, school, or home. They may struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, or mood instability that disrupts focus, relationships, and daily life. Some are professionals quietly battling burnout. Others are parents or teens searching for answers after years of frustration. What they want most is clarity—a careful evaluation, an accurate diagnosis, and a treatment plan that actually improves how they think, feel, and function in real life.
Our team at Desert Bolt Behavioral provides evidence-based psychiatric care for adults and adolescents. Services include comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, ADHD assessment, and pharmacogenetic testing when appropriate. We focus on clear diagnosis and practical treatment strategies that support real-world functioning.
Reaching out for mental health care can feel intimidating, especially if past experiences left you feeling unheard. Our clinicians aim to provide thoughtful, respectful care where your concerns are taken seriously and your goals guide treatment. If you’re ready for clarity and meaningful progress, we invite you to begin that conversation
Call or Email Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (480) 613-9964
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Humana
- Medicare
- Optum
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 613-9964
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: Arizona / 241989 Val Nkendong
- In Practice for 6 years
- Walden University, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Graduated 2023
- Membership with American Nurses Association 04152327 / 2020
- Certificate from American Nurses Credentialing Center 2020001674 / 2020
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Val Nkendong
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (480) 613-9964
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (480) 613-9964
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Biofeedback
- Christian Counseling
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (480) 613-9964
Groups
Location
42201 North 41st Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85086
Email Dr. Val Nkendong about this group or call - (480) 613-9964
Location
Primary Location
Desert Bolt Behavioral LLC
42201 N. 41st Drive,
Building B, Suite 160.
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(480) 613-9964Email Us
Nearby Areas
Desert Bolt® Behavioral LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Call for a free consultation now - (480) 613-9964