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Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
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Nelly Okere

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C

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Houston, TX 77058
Let's Connect (346) 207-1164
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Accepting NEW clients( children, teens, and adults). Are you seeking a caring, compassionate, experienced provider who will listen to your concerns and help you improve your day-to-day functioning? Are you struggling with low motivation, focus and concentration, anxiety, worrying, irritability, low mood, and sleeping? Look no further. I am passionate about helping clients get prompt mental health diagnosis and treatments so that they can live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in treating all clients with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, autism disorder and bipolar disorder.
Every client is unique and should be treated with the utmost respect. I perform an in-depth client evaluation while considering the person's culture and beliefs. As a provider who's dually certified as family nurse practitioner and psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I consider the clients other medical issues in providing treatment.
If you are overwhelmed with worrying, anxiety, restlessness, depressed mood, racing mind, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbance, changes in appetite, or thoughts of giving up, I can help you to get well and enjoy your life again. Call now for an appointment.
Take the first step to help. Call or Nelly Okere now - (346) 207-1164

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Houston, TX 77058

(346) 207-1164
My website
I offer in-person and tele-health appointments to clients across Texas.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Bipolar Disorder 
Initial Session Fee $250, Standard Visit $100, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here at Tandem Psychiatric and Family Practice, we focus on providing mental health care tailored to your needs.
Nelly Okere
Let's Connect (346) 207-1164
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Houston, TX 77058

(346) 207-1164
My website
I offer in-person and tele-health appointments to clients across Texas.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Bipolar Disorder 
Initial Session Fee $250, Standard Visit $100, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here at Tandem Psychiatric and Family Practice, we focus on providing mental health care tailored to your needs.
Nelly Okere

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $250
  • Standard Visit $100

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Healthcare Medicare
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
  • Wellpoint | Amerigroup
  • Out of Network
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We verify a client's insurance during intake period. We inform the client if there is a copay required prior to the appointment.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164
"
We verify a client's insurance during intake period. We inform the client if there is a copay required prior to the appointment.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Texas / AP132623 Nelly Okere
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Maryville University School of Nursing, Master's Degree, Graduated 2016
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I have over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field helping individuals across the lifespan. I have over 7 years experience as a psychiatric and mental health practitioner.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164
"
I have over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field helping individuals across the lifespan. I have over 7 years experience as a psychiatric and mental health practitioner.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Bipolar Disorder

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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I work with clients across the lifespan struggling with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I also treat clients struggling with other mental health issues such as behavioral issues and ADHD. Feel free to give my office a call to learn more.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164
"
I work with clients across the lifespan struggling with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I also treat clients struggling with other mental health issues such as behavioral issues and ADHD. Feel free to give my office a call to learn more.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
or call with questions - (346) 207-1164

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (346) 207-1164
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (346) 207-1164

Location

Primary Location

Houston, TX 77058

(346) 207-1164
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I offer in-person and tele-health appointments to clients across Texas.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (346) 207-1164
"
I offer in-person and tele-health appointments to clients across Texas.
Photo of Nelly Okere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (346) 207-1164