Benedicta Akpahu, APRN, RN

Benedicta Akpahu, APRN, RN

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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I am Benedicta Akpahu, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC, a goal-oriented and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have over 25 years of experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing, including many years working in nursing homes with elderly patients living with Alzheimer’s disease and other complex health conditions. I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Phoenix and my Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health across the lifespan from Walden University. I am board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). A holistic and patient-centered approach involves considering the patient's physical, psychological, social, and environmental factors and developing individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions. PMHNPs also focus on prevention, wellness, and patient education, empowering individuals to participate in their care actively. Clients can expect to gain a deeper understanding of their mental health, receive personalized treatment plans, and develop coping strategies. They can also expect to feel empowered and heard, with their individual needs and goals taken into consideration.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Benedicta Akpahu

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Benedicta Akpahu

I am Benedicta Akpahu, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC, a goal-oriented and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have over 25 years of experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing, including many years working in nursing homes with elderly patients living with Alzheimer’s disease and other complex health conditions. I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Phoenix and my Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health across the lifespan from Walden University. I am board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). A holistic and patient-centered approach involves considering the patient's physical, psychological, social, and environmental factors and developing individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions. PMHNPs also focus on prevention, wellness, and patient education, empowering individuals to participate in their care actively. Clients can expect to gain a deeper understanding of their mental health, receive personalized treatment plans, and develop coping strategies. They can also expect to feel empowered and heard, with their individual needs and goals taken into consideration.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Schizophrenia
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Walden University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
  • University of Phoenix (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1679222814

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Benedicta Akpahu speaks English.

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2 patients have reviewed Benedicta Akpahu. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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