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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH

Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Endorsed
5457 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21045
Let's Connect (443) 365-2551
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Dr. Laurette Abunaw, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of combined clinical experience in healthcare/nursing field. She specializes in diagnosing and treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other mood and behavioral conditions. At Mindsense Serenity in Columbia, MD, she provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, genetic testing, and supportive psychotherapy. Compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to you. Visit Mindsense Serenity online to book an appointment.
Mental health services offered are designed to address your needs. These services include: -Comprehensive mental health assessments to understand your symptoms and history -Psychiatric evaluations to diagnose and identify treatment options -Medication management focused on optimizing your treatment -Genetic testing -Psychotherapy (Supportive, talk, CBT)
Whether you’re starting your mental health journey or seeking ongoing support, at Mindsense Serenity, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Take the first step to help. Call or Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP now - (443) 365-2551

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5457 Twin Knolls Road

Suite 300

Columbia, MD 21045 map

(443) 365-2551
I offer in-person and online video appointments. I am available weekdays, some evenings and weekends.Same day Appointments based on opening.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (443) 365-2551
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5457 Twin Knolls Road

Suite 300

Columbia, MD 21045 map

(443) 365-2551
I offer in-person and online video appointments. I am available weekdays, some evenings and weekends.Same day Appointments based on opening.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Johns Hopkins
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellpoint | Amerigroup
  • Zelis Healthcare
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If you don't find your insurance, please visit Mindsense Serenity LLC for additional insurance and booking information.
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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
or call with questions - (443) 365-2551
"
If you don't find your insurance, please visit Mindsense Serenity LLC for additional insurance and booking information.
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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
or call with questions - (443) 365-2551

Qualifications

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Laurette Abunaw

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Maryland / R221410 Laurette Abunaw
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Walden University, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
  • Membership with American Psychiatric Nurses Association
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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 365-2551
Photo of Dr. Laurette Abunaw - Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 365-2551

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Do these issues align with your needs? or (443) 365-2551
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Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Do these issues align with your needs? or (443) 365-2551

8 Endorsements

Yehudah Adler
Yehudah Adler
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPBC
Laurette is an incredible NP! We have collaborated several times and I fully trust her clinical skills.
Emem Ibanga
Emem Ibanga
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerCRNPPMH
She is sought after by many for her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to patient care. I highly recommend her.
Awesome Experience Psychiatric Services, LLC
Awesome Experience Psychiatric Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPFNP-BCPMHNPBC
Ms. Abunaw, is a great clinician, she has an infectious smile and dedication to mental health. She has quite a lot of experience working with mental health and psychotherapy. Her treatment is multicultural with finding real time solutions to psychiatry.
Dr. Yetunde Precious Rotimi
Dr. Yetunde Precious Rotimi
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPFNP-BCPMHNP
NP Laurette is absolutely amazing. She is caring and willing to go above and beyond for her clients.
Judith Akoh-Arrey
Judith Akoh-Arrey
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPBC
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Ms. Laurette is highly skilled in providing comprehensive mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients across the lifespan. Dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness.
Sweetie Doychinov, DNP
Sweetie Doychinov, DNP
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPPMHNPBC
Laurette Abunaw is a skilled and compassionate mental health practitioner. Her professionalism and knowledge make her a joy to work with, and she consistently delivers exceptional patient care. A genuinely outstanding collaborator!
Favour Ofoegbu
Favour Ofoegbu
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPBCCRNP
Ms. Laurette is an adept PMHNP whom I have enjoyed collaborating with. I am pleased with her clinical competence.
Obehi Omoijuanfo
Obehi Omoijuanfo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
I highly recommend Dr. Laurette Abunaw, DNP, PMHNP. She consistently delivers compassionate, evidence-based care and work exceptionally well within interdisciplinary teams. A reliable skilled clinician, and a true asset to any mental health setting.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Supportive Therapy
Photo of Dr. Laurette Abunaw - Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (443) 365-2551
Photo of Dr. Laurette Abunaw - Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (443) 365-2551

Location

Primary Location

5457 Twin Knolls Road

Suite 300

Columbia, MD 21045

(443) 365-2551
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I offer in-person and online video appointments. I am available weekdays, some evenings and weekends.Same day Appointments based on opening.
Photo of Dr. Laurette Abunaw - Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Take the first step to help. Call now - (443) 365-2551
"
I offer in-person and online video appointments. I am available weekdays, some evenings and weekends.Same day Appointments based on opening.
Photo of Dr. Laurette Abunaw - Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Mindsense Serenity: Dr. Laurette Abunaw DNP NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP, PMH
Take the first step to help. Call now - (443) 365-2551