Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Saint Louis Park, MN
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I approach mental health from a compassionate, person-centered perspective, focusing on evidence-based treatments that are tailored to each individual's specific needs. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and holistic approaches to emotional well-being and resilience.
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I approach mental health from a compassionate, person-centered perspective, focusing on evidence-based treatments that are tailored to each individual's specific needs. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and holistic approaches to emotional well-being and resilience.
Guy Onuoha, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. Dr. Onuoha earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health from The College of St. Scholastica. Prior to advanced practice, he served as a registered nurse in a variety of psychiatric settings, including St. Joseph’s Hospital and Unity Hospital inpatient psychiatric units, Community Options Intensive Residential Treatment Center, and Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center.
Guy Onuoha, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. Dr. Onuoha earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health from The College of St. Scholastica. Prior to advanced practice, he served as a registered nurse in a variety of psychiatric settings, including St. Joseph’s Hospital and Unity Hospital inpatient psychiatric units, Community Options Intensive Residential Treatment Center, and Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center.
My name is Guy Onuoha, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. I earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health from The College of St. Scholastica. Prior to advanced practice, he served as a registered nurse in a variety of psychiatric settings, including the inpatient psychiatric units at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Unity Hospital, the Community Options Intensive Residential Treatment Center, and Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center.
My name is Guy Onuoha, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. I earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health from The College of St. Scholastica. Prior to advanced practice, he served as a registered nurse in a variety of psychiatric settings, including the inpatient psychiatric units at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Unity Hospital, the Community Options Intensive Residential Treatment Center, and Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center.
I am a Board Certified psychiatrist treating ADHD, depression, Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders, psychosis, insomnia, amongst other psychiatric illnesses. At your initial evaluation, I develop a treatment plan for a patient, that may include testing to rule out medical conditions that may contribute to symptoms, and treatment that may include psychiatric medication, psychotherapy or a combination of the two. I utilize medications with a gentle approach, using the least number of medications to effectively treat an illness, using minimal effective dosages to reduce side effects.
I am a Board Certified psychiatrist treating ADHD, depression, Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders, psychosis, insomnia, amongst other psychiatric illnesses. At your initial evaluation, I develop a treatment plan for a patient, that may include testing to rule out medical conditions that may contribute to symptoms, and treatment that may include psychiatric medication, psychotherapy or a combination of the two. I utilize medications with a gentle approach, using the least number of medications to effectively treat an illness, using minimal effective dosages to reduce side effects.
The providers at our clinic are dedicated to providing the most empathetic, effective, evidence-based treatment for our patients with mood and anxiety disorders. Our providers understand the complexities of the various psychiatric medications used to manage these illnesses so our treatments are more effective. We have often found that patients who are referred to us have been put on many psychiatric medications that may not be truly targeting the individual's symptoms. We take the time to truly understand our patients, therefore, our treatment is truly more tailored to the individual.
The providers at our clinic are dedicated to providing the most empathetic, effective, evidence-based treatment for our patients with mood and anxiety disorders. Our providers understand the complexities of the various psychiatric medications used to manage these illnesses so our treatments are more effective. We have often found that patients who are referred to us have been put on many psychiatric medications that may not be truly targeting the individual's symptoms. We take the time to truly understand our patients, therefore, our treatment is truly more tailored to the individual.
Amanda is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), specializing in providing medication evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults. She has experience with a wide range of mental health concerns, including: PTSD/trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, psychosis, and personality disorders.
Amanda is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), specializing in providing medication evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults. She has experience with a wide range of mental health concerns, including: PTSD/trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, psychosis, and personality disorders.
New appointment times are available starting in January, 2017. I look forward to working with patients that desire to improve their emotional and mental health and are motivated to take active steps toward achieving their recovery.
New appointment times are available starting in January, 2017. I look forward to working with patients that desire to improve their emotional and mental health and are motivated to take active steps toward achieving their recovery.
The sacred MN seasons are here, so too are transitions and change. And your mental health care shouldn't feel like guesswork. It can be difficult if you struggle with depression, anxiety, or trauma. It can affect your daily life, relationships, work and more. We'll work together on a collaborative approach to your care. Medication management often serves as a foundation for treatment, alongside therapies, lifestyle changes and whole-body care. By fully understanding your experience and needs, we will partner together to get the practical help you need.
The sacred MN seasons are here, so too are transitions and change. And your mental health care shouldn't feel like guesswork. It can be difficult if you struggle with depression, anxiety, or trauma. It can affect your daily life, relationships, work and more. We'll work together on a collaborative approach to your care. Medication management often serves as a foundation for treatment, alongside therapies, lifestyle changes and whole-body care. By fully understanding your experience and needs, we will partner together to get the practical help you need.
I provide ADHD evaluation and medication management through telehealth across Minnesota for adults, adolescents, and children ages 6 and older. I work with individuals struggling with focus, procrastination, executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, and burnout, often for years before seeking care.
Many of my clients are professionals or high-functioning individuals who feel capable but inconsistent, mentally overloaded, or stuck. My role is to help you gain clarity, stabilize symptoms, and function more consistently in daily life.
Care is direct, collaborative, and results-focused.
I provide ADHD evaluation and medication management through telehealth across Minnesota for adults, adolescents, and children ages 6 and older. I work with individuals struggling with focus, procrastination, executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, and burnout, often for years before seeking care.
Many of my clients are professionals or high-functioning individuals who feel capable but inconsistent, mentally overloaded, or stuck. My role is to help you gain clarity, stabilize symptoms, and function more consistently in daily life.
Care is direct, collaborative, and results-focused.
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Currently Accepting New Patients- Hello, I'm Dr. Meyers. I’m double-board-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and as a family nurse practitioner, though I practice exclusively in psychiatry. My background and clinical experience in family practice and psychiatry gives me a well-rounded perspective of both physical and mental well-being. I treat patients ages 5-64. I enjoy working with patients with a variety of diagnoses across the spectrum of mental health disorders. I look forward to working with you to improve your mental health.
Currently Accepting New Patients- Hello, I'm Dr. Meyers. I’m double-board-certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and as a family nurse practitioner, though I practice exclusively in psychiatry. My background and clinical experience in family practice and psychiatry gives me a well-rounded perspective of both physical and mental well-being. I treat patients ages 5-64. I enjoy working with patients with a variety of diagnoses across the spectrum of mental health disorders. I look forward to working with you to improve your mental health.
Utilizing a philosophy of care that is wholistic...treating the body, mind & spirit with a positive, dynamic, recovery-focused approach to health and well-being, I would be honored to help you on your journey. Providing an atmosphere of warmth, positive regard, and mutual respect, I enjoy discussing with patients their health and life goals, focusing on one's strengths and resilience to work through current difficulties & chart a positive course going forward. With my vast experience, I utilize evidence-based medications and approaches to treat psychiatric/mental health disorders & stay up to date on cutting edge therapies.
Utilizing a philosophy of care that is wholistic...treating the body, mind & spirit with a positive, dynamic, recovery-focused approach to health and well-being, I would be honored to help you on your journey. Providing an atmosphere of warmth, positive regard, and mutual respect, I enjoy discussing with patients their health and life goals, focusing on one's strengths and resilience to work through current difficulties & chart a positive course going forward. With my vast experience, I utilize evidence-based medications and approaches to treat psychiatric/mental health disorders & stay up to date on cutting edge therapies.
I offer a trauma-informed approach to working with mental health concerns, and often focuses on early attachment and developmental trauma as underlying factors of psychological, emotional, and spiritual suffering as well as many other health conditions. I will work with you to help you find a more self-actualized, self-aware state, joining you in co-creating an individualized pathway for empowerment. I am committed to making our services accessible, equitable, and justice-oriented, and to creating spaces for growth, accountability, freedom, and transformation.
I offer a trauma-informed approach to working with mental health concerns, and often focuses on early attachment and developmental trauma as underlying factors of psychological, emotional, and spiritual suffering as well as many other health conditions. I will work with you to help you find a more self-actualized, self-aware state, joining you in co-creating an individualized pathway for empowerment. I am committed to making our services accessible, equitable, and justice-oriented, and to creating spaces for growth, accountability, freedom, and transformation.
I am a board certified psychiatrist that specializes in children and adolescents with a special interest in medically complex cases. My practice is primarily with those enrolled in the Aris Clinic –Woodwinds Intensive Outpatient Program for adolescents. I place great importance on a team approach to providing care to ensure that a patient’s biological, psychological and social issues are all addressed in an interconnected way. The benefits of nutrition, sleep and exercise are also included in my treatment approach.
I am a board certified psychiatrist that specializes in children and adolescents with a special interest in medically complex cases. My practice is primarily with those enrolled in the Aris Clinic –Woodwinds Intensive Outpatient Program for adolescents. I place great importance on a team approach to providing care to ensure that a patient’s biological, psychological and social issues are all addressed in an interconnected way. The benefits of nutrition, sleep and exercise are also included in my treatment approach.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) is one of the therapies I use most often since it is often helpful in various circumstances.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been in practice since 2022. I treat children and patients across the life span.
My goal is to holistically and compassionately treat each patient as the unique individual they are while understanding the important connection between, culture, mind, body, and spirit to their mental and physical wellbeing.
I provide diagnostic services, therapy, and prescription medications when needed.
Patients are more than their diagnosis, they are persons in need of compassion and care who deserve to be listened to and respected. This I will do.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) is one of the therapies I use most often since it is often helpful in various circumstances.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been in practice since 2022. I treat children and patients across the life span.
My goal is to holistically and compassionately treat each patient as the unique individual they are while understanding the important connection between, culture, mind, body, and spirit to their mental and physical wellbeing.
I provide diagnostic services, therapy, and prescription medications when needed.
Patients are more than their diagnosis, they are persons in need of compassion and care who deserve to be listened to and respected. This I will do.
Damaris Chukwura, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental health care. She began her nursing career in 2007 and has been practicing as a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2014. Damaris has worked in a wide range of settings including inpatient hospitals, residential treatment centers, partial and intensive outpatient programs, correctional psychiatry, and substance abuse treatment. Her clinical experience spans various conditions such as ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and treatment-resistant depression.
Damaris Chukwura, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental health care. She began her nursing career in 2007 and has been practicing as a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2014. Damaris has worked in a wide range of settings including inpatient hospitals, residential treatment centers, partial and intensive outpatient programs, correctional psychiatry, and substance abuse treatment. Her clinical experience spans various conditions such as ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and treatment-resistant depression.
Have you been struggling? Whether you've been dealing with a return of a familiar challenge or you have had symptoms you've never experienced, you would just like to feel better, right? I am glad you are here. I am happy to help. Patients find me exceptionally empathic and earnest. To our discussions I bring extensive knowledge of psychiatric illnesses, medications and other evidence-informed treatments. You will gain clarity and a path to feeling better.
Have you been struggling? Whether you've been dealing with a return of a familiar challenge or you have had symptoms you've never experienced, you would just like to feel better, right? I am glad you are here. I am happy to help. Patients find me exceptionally empathic and earnest. To our discussions I bring extensive knowledge of psychiatric illnesses, medications and other evidence-informed treatments. You will gain clarity and a path to feeling better.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults with a special interest in treating individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. In addition to prescribing medication, I utilizes skills learned from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine to help individuals treat their mental health symptoms in a more holistic way. I completed the Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine, the Advanced Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training Program, and other online webinars.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults with a special interest in treating individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. In addition to prescribing medication, I utilizes skills learned from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine to help individuals treat their mental health symptoms in a more holistic way. I completed the Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine, the Advanced Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training Program, and other online webinars.
I offer psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe in creating an accessible and personalized treatment approach, and recognize the value and strengths of the neurodivergent community and the importance of listening to lived experiences.
I offer psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe in creating an accessible and personalized treatment approach, and recognize the value and strengths of the neurodivergent community and the importance of listening to lived experiences.
Alana likes to add mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to her medication management appointments to help individuals receive effective, quality care.
Alana Ward is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). Alan has been practicing since 2018 and has experience with individuals of all ages. Prior to becoming a PMHNP, Alana worked as a registered nurse in critical care and psychiatry. As a PMHNP, she has experience working on inpatient adult and geriatric psychiatric units, as well as providing psychiatric evaluations and consultations to individuals on medical units and emergency rooms at hospitals.
Alana likes to add mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to her medication management appointments to help individuals receive effective, quality care.
Alana Ward is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). Alan has been practicing since 2018 and has experience with individuals of all ages. Prior to becoming a PMHNP, Alana worked as a registered nurse in critical care and psychiatry. As a PMHNP, she has experience working on inpatient adult and geriatric psychiatric units, as well as providing psychiatric evaluations and consultations to individuals on medical units and emergency rooms at hospitals.
My role as a psychiatric mental health prescriber is to work closely with you to understand your unique needs and help develop a treatment plan that supports your mental well-being. I have experience working with individuals from many different backgrounds and life circumstances, and I understand that each person's mental health journey is personal and complex.
My role as a psychiatric mental health prescriber is to work closely with you to understand your unique needs and help develop a treatment plan that supports your mental well-being. I have experience working with individuals from many different backgrounds and life circumstances, and I understand that each person's mental health journey is personal and complex.
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FAQ - Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists
Do psychiatrists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes, many psychiatrists provide CBT as a therapeutic approach in sessions with clients. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health challenges. Psychiatrists who provide CBT can be particularly valuable when your condition may benefit from both therapy *and* medication, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD or PTSD. However, some psychiatrists choose to focus primarily on medication management rather than ongoing therapy. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to confirm that they actively incorporate CBT techniques into their practice (rather than focusing solely on prescribing medication)
What is the difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist?
The primary difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist is that a psychiatrist can integrate medication management with CBT treatment, while non-psychiatrist therapists (such as psychologists, counselors, or social workers) provide CBT without the ability to prescribe medications. In a CBT session with a psychiatrist, you will work on the same core techniques as you would with any CBT provider, such as identifying cognitive distortions or challenging negative thought patterns. However, a psychiatrist can also monitor how medication affects your symptoms. This integrated approach can be especially helpful for conditions like major depression or bipolar disorder, where medication often works together with therapy to produce better outcomes than either treatment alone.
Should I see a psychiatrist or therapist for CBT?
The choice to see a psychiatrist or therapist depends on the severity of your symptoms and whether medication might be part of your treatment plan. A psychiatrist who provides CBT is appropriate when you have more severe mental health symptoms that may require medication. A non-psychiatrist therapist may be appropriate when your symptoms are mild to moderate, you prefer to try therapy without medication first, or you are already stable on medication prescribed by another provider. It is worth noting that psychiatrists typically charge higher rates than other therapists due to their medical training, and psychiatry sessions are not always covered by insurance. Therefore, some people start with a therapist for CBT and later add a psychiatrist to their treatment team if medication becomes necessary.