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Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD

Dr. Uchenna Okoye

Psychiatrist, MD (she, her)

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Santa Monica, CA 90401
Let's Connect (424) 766-0452
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Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Okoye is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Known as "Dr. O," she is passionate about helping individuals achieve mental wellness and holistic health. Dr. Okoye treats clients with a patient-centered philosophy, fostering a collaborative and open therapeutic relationship, attentively listening to each patient's unique narrative, and respecting individual experiences and cultural backgrounds.
As a provider at Bonmente, Dr. Okoye treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Dr. Okoye and the supportive team at Bonmente are compassionate, highly trained professionals who are dedicated to making mental health care easy and convenient so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward. Your mental health matters. Call or email today and see the difference Bonmente can make.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Uchenna Okoye now - (424) 766-0452

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 766-0452

Los Angeles, CA 90049

Dr. Okoye, a psychiatrist at Bonmente, offers psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment as well as telemedicine therapy services.
I specialize in Anxiety, Medication Management and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Bonmente delivers accessible, personalized mental health care with expert therapy and psychiatric services designed to support healing and l
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Let's Connect (424) 766-0452
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 766-0452

Los Angeles, CA 90049

Dr. Okoye, a psychiatrist at Bonmente, offers psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment as well as telemedicine therapy services.
I specialize in Anxiety, Medication Management and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Bonmente delivers accessible, personalized mental health care with expert therapy and psychiatric services designed to support healing and l
Dr. Uchenna Okoye

Finances

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Bonmente accepts most insurance plans, verifies your benefits, and reviews them with you before your first visit so there are no financial surprises. For out-of-network plans, we can provide a superbill. We're happy to answer any questions and provide the information you need.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452
"
Bonmente accepts most insurance plans, verifies your benefits, and reviews them with you before your first visit so there are no financial surprises. For out-of-network plans, we can provide a superbill. We're happy to answer any questions and provide the information you need.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A140022 Uchenna Okoye
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Dr. Okoye earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency in psychiatry at the UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior. She is also certified as a Patient Experience Professional by the Beryl Institute.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452
"
Dr. Okoye earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency in psychiatry at the UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior. She is also certified as a Patient Experience Professional by the Beryl Institute.
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Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Medication Management
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. Okoye has well-rounded expertise that covers a broad spectrum of mental health conditions and treatment modalities. Her areas of specialization include anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and crisis stabilization. She is a strong advocate for holistic well-being and seamlessly integrates evidence-based care.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452
"
Dr. Okoye has well-rounded expertise that covers a broad spectrum of mental health conditions and treatment modalities. Her areas of specialization include anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and crisis stabilization. She is a strong advocate for holistic well-being and seamlessly integrates evidence-based care.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Okoye seamlessly integrates evidence-based therapeutic approaches with mindfulness techniques, promoting a comprehensive healing journey. With a patient-centered philosophy, she fosters a collaborative and open therapeutic relationship, attentively listening to each client's unique narrative and respecting individual experiences, cultural backgrounds, values, and goals.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452
"
Dr. Okoye seamlessly integrates evidence-based therapeutic approaches with mindfulness techniques, promoting a comprehensive healing journey. With a patient-centered philosophy, she fosters a collaborative and open therapeutic relationship, attentively listening to each client's unique narrative and respecting individual experiences, cultural backgrounds, values, and goals.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (424) 766-0452

Location

Primary Location

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 766-0452

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90049

(424) 766-0452
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Dr. Okoye, a psychiatrist at Bonmente, offers psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment as well as telemedicine therapy services.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (424) 766-0452
"
Dr. Okoye, a psychiatrist at Bonmente, offers psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment as well as telemedicine therapy services.
Photo of Dr. Uchenna Okoye, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (424) 766-0452