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Dr. Brenda Fonju, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Brenda Fonju, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)
MD
Brenda Fonju, DNP, CRNP-PMH DNP Fonju has an admirable and extensive career in psychiatry, serving populations with mental illness including children and adolescents, mood and thought-related disorders, schizophrenia, and individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Her clinical expertise spans first-episode psychosis, schizophrenia-related disorders, motor disorders, antipsychotic-induced side effects, clozapine treatment, and long-acting injectable medications. She takes time when working with patients, understanding the need for different methods of care and communication for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with differing treatment needs. She volunteers much of her time to programs focused on cultural diversity, educating others on the importance of cultural inclusion within psychiatry and providing mentorship to future nurse practitioners. DNP Fonju also excels as a psychiatric hospital attending provider at Sheppard Pratt Health System. She currently provides services to both the Child-Adolescent and Adult Service Lines at the Towson and Baltimore/Washington campuses. She brings extensive clinical expertise working on acute stabilization inpatient units, child-adolescent and adult partial hospitalization programs, and urgent care crisis centers that reflect her values and contributions to psychiatry and the community at large. DNP Fonju earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of South Alabama and a Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. This education has allowed her to combine academia with her finely honed clinical skills, working alongside renowned inpatient hospital psychiatrists, service chiefs, and medical directors to create both efficient and effective treatment modalities to meet patient needs.
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 Dr. Brenda Fonju

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Psychotic Disorder
Anxiety Disorder
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Brenda Fonju

Brenda Fonju, DNP, CRNP-PMH DNP Fonju has an admirable and extensive career in psychiatry, serving populations with mental illness including children and adolescents, mood and thought-related disorders, schizophrenia, and individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Her clinical expertise spans first-episode psychosis, schizophrenia-related disorders, motor disorders, antipsychotic-induced side effects, clozapine treatment, and long-acting injectable medications. She takes time when working with patients, understanding the need for different methods of care and communication for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with differing treatment needs. She volunteers much of her time to programs focused on cultural diversity, educating others on the importance of cultural inclusion within psychiatry and providing mentorship to future nurse practitioners. DNP Fonju also excels as a psychiatric hospital attending provider at Sheppard Pratt Health System. She currently provides services to both the Child-Adolescent and Adult Service Lines at the Towson and Baltimore/Washington campuses. She brings extensive clinical expertise working on acute stabilization inpatient units, child-adolescent and adult partial hospitalization programs, and urgent care crisis centers that reflect her values and contributions to psychiatry and the community at large. DNP Fonju earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of South Alabama and a Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. This education has allowed her to combine academia with her finely honed clinical skills, working alongside renowned inpatient hospital psychiatrists, service chiefs, and medical directors to create both efficient and effective treatment modalities to meet patient needs.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I use active listening and empathy to establish and developed a therapeutic relationship with my client. During a typical session, the client has an opportunity to engage in the narrative history and/or focused assessment component of the clinical evaluation.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Depression
Manic Episode
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
Depression
Manic Episode
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Sheppard and Enoch Pratt Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

  • University of South Alabama, Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • University of Maryland, Baltimore, Master's in Nursing

NPI number

1174102610

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Dr. Brenda Fonju generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Fonju's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Which hospital is Dr. Brenda Fonju affiliated with?

Dr. Brenda Fonju is affiliated with Sheppard and Enoch Pratt Hospital.

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Which board certifications does Dr. Brenda Fonju have?

Dr. Brenda Fonju is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brenda Fonju?

Dr. Brenda Fonju frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brenda Fonju on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Brenda Fonju speak?

Dr. Brenda Fonju speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Brenda Fonju in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Dr. Brenda Fonju. 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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