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Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Available both in-person and online
Sacramento, CA 95825
Halima Lawal is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) trained and experienced in treating patients with mental health conditions across the lifespan. She graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis in Psychiatry from the University of South Alabama in 2020. During the span of her career, she has served as a mentor and is enthusiastic about learning and teaching. She completed her training for psychiatry in the inpatient, outpatient, and telepsychiatry settings. She is passionate about what she does and is invested in positive patient outcomes and overall wellbeing.
She incorporates both alternative and pharmaceutical regimens in treatment of clients. She utilizes Genomind testing in clients who have a hard time finding the right medications. She works closely with the client to select appropriate evidence-based treatments for their conditions.
She is dedicated to the treatment and success of her clients. She listens to her clients, so they do not feel rushed or unheard. She believes that knowledge is powerful and uses evidence-based teachings to empower clients with valuable information to help them make informed decisions regarding their mental health needs.
Take the first step to help. Call or Open Minds Psychiatry now - (530) 771-6624

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Open Minds Psychiatry

Sacramento, CA 95825

(530) 771-6624
Website
Healing starts here. Therapy and med management that honors your pace and meets you where you are. Come as you are. Leave with clarity.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Medication Management 
Standard Visit $275, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (530) 771-6624
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Open Minds Psychiatry

Sacramento, CA 95825

(530) 771-6624
Website
Healing starts here. Therapy and med management that honors your pace and meets you where you are. Come as you are. Leave with clarity.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Medication Management 
Standard Visit $275, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $275

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • California Anthem Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Humana
  • Humana Dual Medicare and Medicaid
  • Humana Medicare
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • United Health/Optum
  • United Health/Optum - Medicare
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Open Minds Psychiatry makes it easy to check your insurance coverage and see your costs upfront. We offer discounts for new clients on both intake Sessions and follow up sessions. You can get an estimate by reaching out to our office or contacting your health insurance carrier.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
or call with questions - (530) 771-6624
"
Open Minds Psychiatry makes it easy to check your insurance coverage and see your costs upfront. We offer discounts for new clients on both intake Sessions and follow up sessions. You can get an estimate by reaching out to our office or contacting your health insurance carrier.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
or call with questions - (530) 771-6624

Qualifications

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Halima Lawal

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95017227 Halima Lawal
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • University of South Alabama, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from ANCC 2020168811 / 2021
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (530) 771-6624
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (530) 771-6624

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Medication Management

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Eating Disorders
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Psychosis
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Do these issues align with your needs? or (530) 771-6624
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Do these issues align with your needs? or (530) 771-6624

Endorsement

Jason Jemera
Jason Jemera
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSNPMHNP
Halima is great at what she does! Very caring, empathetic, easy to talk to, and detailed. She takes the time to explore the proper treatment for each individual. Glad to have her has a colleague in this field.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore how thoughts shape emotions and experiences. In our first session, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy and choose the best path forward. CBT offers tools to gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and build clarity, emotional balance, and lasting change—at your pace.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
or call with questions - (530) 771-6624
"
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore how thoughts shape emotions and experiences. In our first session, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy and choose the best path forward. CBT offers tools to gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and build clarity, emotional balance, and lasting change—at your pace.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
or call with questions - (530) 771-6624

Location

Primary Location

Open Minds Psychiatry

Sacramento, CA 95825

(530) 771-6624
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Healing starts here. Therapy and med management that honors your pace and meets you where you are. Come as you are. Leave with clarity.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (530) 771-6624
"
Healing starts here. Therapy and med management that honors your pace and meets you where you are. Come as you are. Leave with clarity.
Photo of Halima Lawal - Open Minds Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Open Minds Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (530) 771-6624