UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Psychiatrists in Portland, OR

I am a Portland Native. I attended Wellesley College for my undergraduate education and subsequently attended medical school at Tel Aviv University, NY State American Program. I completed my adult residency as well as a fellowship in medical ethics at University of Chicago. Following residency and fellowship I returned to Oregon. I worked for Tuality Center for Geriatric Psychiatry where I served as their medical director. I later worked with Cedar Hills during which time I worked both in inpatient and as the medical director of their partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program.
I am a Portland Native. I attended Wellesley College for my undergraduate education and subsequently attended medical school at Tel Aviv University, NY State American Program. I completed my adult residency as well as a fellowship in medical ethics at University of Chicago. Following residency and fellowship I returned to Oregon. I worked for Tuality Center for Geriatric Psychiatry where I served as their medical director. I later worked with Cedar Hills during which time I worked both in inpatient and as the medical director of their partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program.

Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Heather and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Oregon. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Heather and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Oregon. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate overwhelming control of their lives, or those clients who are overcoming feelings of sadness, hopelessness and lack of motivation. I also have experience guiding individuals through the healing process from past traumatic experiences, fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Persistent worry, intrusive thoughts, or the weight of past experiences can leave you feeling stuck, but the right support can help you move forward.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate overwhelming control of their lives, or those clients who are overcoming feelings of sadness, hopelessness and lack of motivation. I also have experience guiding individuals through the healing process from past traumatic experiences, fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Persistent worry, intrusive thoughts, or the weight of past experiences can leave you feeling stuck, but the right support can help you move forward.

Are you a thoughtful, self-aware individual who has tried to "push through" anxiety, burnout, mood fluctuations, or chronic symptoms—but feels something deeper is out of alignment. You may be navigating hormonal imbalances, trauma, or invisible stressors affecting your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Do you long for healing that feels whole, not just symptom-focused. Do you want to feel like yourself again—or perhaps for the first time. Are you seeking clarity, energy, and emotional regulation so you can show up in your life with authenticity and vitality. Are you drawn to care that honors both science and soul?
Are you a thoughtful, self-aware individual who has tried to "push through" anxiety, burnout, mood fluctuations, or chronic symptoms—but feels something deeper is out of alignment. You may be navigating hormonal imbalances, trauma, or invisible stressors affecting your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Do you long for healing that feels whole, not just symptom-focused. Do you want to feel like yourself again—or perhaps for the first time. Are you seeking clarity, energy, and emotional regulation so you can show up in your life with authenticity and vitality. Are you drawn to care that honors both science and soul?

Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others, struggle to prioritize your needs, or have difficulty managing constant distractions and restlessness? Are you overwhelmed by balancing relationships, careers, and personal goals, especially with the added challenges of ADHD, depression, or other mental health struggles? These struggles can leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain. Neglecting your needs and failing to take time for self-care can lead to long-term mental and physical health issues. I understand your challenges and believe that achieving a happier, more focused, and balanced life shouldn’t be so difficult
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others, struggle to prioritize your needs, or have difficulty managing constant distractions and restlessness? Are you overwhelmed by balancing relationships, careers, and personal goals, especially with the added challenges of ADHD, depression, or other mental health struggles? These struggles can leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain. Neglecting your needs and failing to take time for self-care can lead to long-term mental and physical health issues. I understand your challenges and believe that achieving a happier, more focused, and balanced life shouldn’t be so difficult

Welcome to Imani Mental Health and Wellness. My name is Susan Mbugua, and I am Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I believe in the importance of personalized mental health treatment that addresses the biological, emotional, environmental, and spiritual aspects of mental health and wellness. My treatment approach is to use a combination of medications, therapy, and education to interrupt acute episodes of illness and to break the cycle of recurrence with a holistic approach that includes medications, supportive therapy, guidance on diet, exercise and other lifestyle choices.
Welcome to Imani Mental Health and Wellness. My name is Susan Mbugua, and I am Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I believe in the importance of personalized mental health treatment that addresses the biological, emotional, environmental, and spiritual aspects of mental health and wellness. My treatment approach is to use a combination of medications, therapy, and education to interrupt acute episodes of illness and to break the cycle of recurrence with a holistic approach that includes medications, supportive therapy, guidance on diet, exercise and other lifestyle choices.

I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I use a therapeutic response to the treatment of mental health as well as treating the individual holistically. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health to children, adolescents, and adults.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I use a therapeutic response to the treatment of mental health as well as treating the individual holistically. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health to children, adolescents, and adults.

I am a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst specializing in psychotherapy for emotional challenges that interfere with living fully. My focus is on working to understand the dynamic forces within ourselves which contribute to these limitations. Medication can sometimes be a useful adjunct, but I do not emphasize it. I have been in practice for over twenty-five years.
I am a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst specializing in psychotherapy for emotional challenges that interfere with living fully. My focus is on working to understand the dynamic forces within ourselves which contribute to these limitations. Medication can sometimes be a useful adjunct, but I do not emphasize it. I have been in practice for over twenty-five years.

Do you live in fear or worry about your future? Do you feel stuck? Seeking support for your well-being is a big step. My name is Ellen, and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at BestMind Behavioral Health. My background has gifted me with unique insights and skills that allow me to connect with deeper understanding. . I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am also passionate about providing care to first responders and those who work in the medical profession.
Do you live in fear or worry about your future? Do you feel stuck? Seeking support for your well-being is a big step. My name is Ellen, and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at BestMind Behavioral Health. My background has gifted me with unique insights and skills that allow me to connect with deeper understanding. . I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am also passionate about providing care to first responders and those who work in the medical profession.

I am passionate about providing empathetic and holistic mental healthcare, centered on each clients specific needs. Through medication management, motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and engaged listening, I am happy to offer an array of solutions in a team-based approach. My goal is to empower individuals to embrace their unique gifts and help them become the best version of themselves.
I am passionate about providing empathetic and holistic mental healthcare, centered on each clients specific needs. Through medication management, motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and engaged listening, I am happy to offer an array of solutions in a team-based approach. My goal is to empower individuals to embrace their unique gifts and help them become the best version of themselves.

I am Dr. Uchechi Uka, DNP, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience, specializing in mental health for more than 6 years. My mission is holistic mental health care, addressing a broad spectrum of disorders, and providing a supportive environment for individuals seeking help on their journey to overall well-being. My mission is holistic mental health care, addressing a broad spectrum of disorders, and providing a supportive environment for individuals seeking help on their journey to overall well-being.
I am Dr. Uchechi Uka, DNP, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience, specializing in mental health for more than 6 years. My mission is holistic mental health care, addressing a broad spectrum of disorders, and providing a supportive environment for individuals seeking help on their journey to overall well-being. My mission is holistic mental health care, addressing a broad spectrum of disorders, and providing a supportive environment for individuals seeking help on their journey to overall well-being.

Healing is intimidating. It invites you to create new pathways in your brain, new patterns in your daily habits, and new ways of being with yourself. I believe in a therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone to creating space for health, healing, and personal growth. We will collaborate on a whole person approach to your mental health, including whether or not medication management is right for you.
Healing is intimidating. It invites you to create new pathways in your brain, new patterns in your daily habits, and new ways of being with yourself. I believe in a therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone to creating space for health, healing, and personal growth. We will collaborate on a whole person approach to your mental health, including whether or not medication management is right for you.

Compass Psychiatric Wellness is a Portland based clinic with offices in NE Portland, West Linn and Beaverton. We work with older teens and adults dealing with a wide range of psychiatric concerns who are looking for medication management with adjunctive psychotherapy and lifestyle interventions. Our goal is to conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation and make evidence based recommendations that align with our clients' preferences and needs.
Compass Psychiatric Wellness is a Portland based clinic with offices in NE Portland, West Linn and Beaverton. We work with older teens and adults dealing with a wide range of psychiatric concerns who are looking for medication management with adjunctive psychotherapy and lifestyle interventions. Our goal is to conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation and make evidence based recommendations that align with our clients' preferences and needs.

I am Mercy Ngeusang, a Doctor of Nursing Practice, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified. I practice in the states of Texas, Oregon, and Washington. I work with anything mental health, with experiences from the best psychiatric hospitals in all practice states, in different settings like emergency, ICU, long-term care, school settings, med-surge settings, dealing with child, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
I am Mercy Ngeusang, a Doctor of Nursing Practice, a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified. I practice in the states of Texas, Oregon, and Washington. I work with anything mental health, with experiences from the best psychiatric hospitals in all practice states, in different settings like emergency, ICU, long-term care, school settings, med-surge settings, dealing with child, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Hello, I'm Debbie, a mental health provider specializing in complex mental illness and personal issues. My mission is to equip you with the tools and resources necessary to regain control of your well-being. Together, we'll work towards empowering you to actively manage your mental health and achieve a happier, healthier life. My focus is on providing dedicated support to individuals navigating a wide range of mental health conditions and symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism, medication management, and ADHD, and I specialize in women's health.
Hello, I'm Debbie, a mental health provider specializing in complex mental illness and personal issues. My mission is to equip you with the tools and resources necessary to regain control of your well-being. Together, we'll work towards empowering you to actively manage your mental health and achieve a happier, healthier life. My focus is on providing dedicated support to individuals navigating a wide range of mental health conditions and symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism, medication management, and ADHD, and I specialize in women's health.

Do you often find yourself overwhelmed and worry that things won't work out? If you (or your child) are described as disorganized, forgetful, overly sensitive, easily frustrated, or the one who talks too much, it likely starts with the unique way that your brain works. These symptoms can make parenting, partnering or just daily life difficult. Many people who work with me have never understood why they experience the world differently than others. Clients often come to me wondering about ADHD. That is one possibility on a long list that should be considered. I am committed to supporting each client in the process of understanding.
Do you often find yourself overwhelmed and worry that things won't work out? If you (or your child) are described as disorganized, forgetful, overly sensitive, easily frustrated, or the one who talks too much, it likely starts with the unique way that your brain works. These symptoms can make parenting, partnering or just daily life difficult. Many people who work with me have never understood why they experience the world differently than others. Clients often come to me wondering about ADHD. That is one possibility on a long list that should be considered. I am committed to supporting each client in the process of understanding.

I help people navigate transitions into young adulthood, parenthood, and through gender or sexual identities. These changes can be overwhelming. Together we can connect you to your own inner guide. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my hope is to create a space where you can share openly, find support for deep challenges, and share decision-making in your treatment. I use clinical diagnosis as a starting point, and together we will explore your individual story that cannot be written by anyone but you. My role is to help you move beyond diagnosis to relief, ease, and wellness.
I help people navigate transitions into young adulthood, parenthood, and through gender or sexual identities. These changes can be overwhelming. Together we can connect you to your own inner guide. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my hope is to create a space where you can share openly, find support for deep challenges, and share decision-making in your treatment. I use clinical diagnosis as a starting point, and together we will explore your individual story that cannot be written by anyone but you. My role is to help you move beyond diagnosis to relief, ease, and wellness.

Greetings. My name is Dr. Nkechi Ukomadu, and I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP-BC with DNP. I have been practicing for over 4 years. I am based in Houston Texas and work with psychiatric mental health patients statewide via telehealth. I have dual certification that includes certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My approach to mental healthcare is a holistic approach which includes mind, body and spirit. The disease of the mind is the disease of the body.
Greetings. My name is Dr. Nkechi Ukomadu, and I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP-BC with DNP. I have been practicing for over 4 years. I am based in Houston Texas and work with psychiatric mental health patients statewide via telehealth. I have dual certification that includes certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My approach to mental healthcare is a holistic approach which includes mind, body and spirit. The disease of the mind is the disease of the body.

Hi, I am Doris. I am currently accepting new patients! I also accept Neurocognitive Creyos Testing for ADHD, Anxiety and Depression, and Autism screening. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides medication management virtually for children and adults. With over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field, I am committed to serving those who are seeking relief from mental health symptoms that have impacted their happiness, connections with others, and quality of life.
Hi, I am Doris. I am currently accepting new patients! I also accept Neurocognitive Creyos Testing for ADHD, Anxiety and Depression, and Autism screening. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides medication management virtually for children and adults. With over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field, I am committed to serving those who are seeking relief from mental health symptoms that have impacted their happiness, connections with others, and quality of life.

Kristen Helms is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Oregon who has been practicing since 2024. Kristen is dedicated to helping you improve your quality of life. Her practice is patient centered, holistic, and empathetic. Kristen understands that mental illness can permeate many areas of life and she is prepared to start this journey of healing with you. Kristen’s main focus is anxiety, depression, PTSD, and mood disorders. Outside of work, Kristen enjoys hiking, running, horseback riding, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with her son and two cats.
Kristen Helms is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Oregon who has been practicing since 2024. Kristen is dedicated to helping you improve your quality of life. Her practice is patient centered, holistic, and empathetic. Kristen understands that mental illness can permeate many areas of life and she is prepared to start this journey of healing with you. Kristen’s main focus is anxiety, depression, PTSD, and mood disorders. Outside of work, Kristen enjoys hiking, running, horseback riding, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with her son and two cats.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
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