What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Christianah is highly skilled and has good knowledge of medications and practical solutions to emotional problems.
I am grateful fr her guidance. ”
CTLess than 6 months ago
“I cannot say enough good things about Christinah. She is the perfect balance of professional and compassionate. She is a wonderful human being who truly cares about her patients' well being. Both my daughter and I are thriving now, and it is all thanks to her dedicated care. If you are looking for someone who is attentive and genuinely kind, look no further”
EJLess than 6 months ago
About Christianah Adelakun
Focus areas
Anxiety Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bipolar Disorder
Psychiatric Medication Management
Depression
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English, Yoruba
Getting to know Christianah Adelakun
Christianah Adelakun is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of experience in primary care and psychiatric mental health. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilkes University and provides compassionate, evidence-based care to patients aged 16 and older.
Her approach is holistic and collaborative—focusing on the whole person rather than just symptoms. Christianah works closely with patients to identify underlying causes of depression, anxiety, trauma, and other emotional challenges, using therapy, lifestyle strategies, and medication only when truly needed.
She believes that progress begins when patients feel heard, supported, and empowered to take an active role in their care.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe in treating the whole person—not just the symptoms—by understanding how your thoughts, emotions, environment, and physical health all work together.
During our sessions, I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly about your experiences and goals. We’ll work together to identify practical strategies that support your emotional wellness, improve focus, and strengthen coping skills.
Medication is considered only when it is truly needed and likely to be beneficial. If a prescription is recommended, I take time to explain the purpose, expected effects, and possible side effects so that you feel informed and involved in every decision. My goal is to help you feel balanced, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
During the first appointment, I take time to get to know you as a whole person—your medical history, current symptoms, lifestyle, and what brought you in for care. The initial session is a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation that helps identify biological, psychological, and social factors affecting your mental health.
Together, we’ll create an individualized treatment plan that may include medication management, therapy, lifestyle recommendations, or a combination of these approaches. I believe in a holistic, patient-centered model of care—one that values collaboration, education, and shared decision-making.
Follow-up visits are used to monitor your progress, adjust medications when needed, and continue therapeutic work focused on improving focus, mood, and coping skills. Each session provides a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, learn practical tools for managing symptoms, and work toward greater emotional and physical well-being
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- Wilkes University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
NPI number
1043646839
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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She’s always been a wonderful psychiatrist! I very much recommend it
Less than 3 months agoGS
She helps me a lot with my mental health and is very understanding and kind
Less than 1 year agoTD
Christianah is highly skilled and has good knowledge of medications and practical solutions to emotional problems.
I am grateful fr her guidance.
Less than 6 months agoCT
I cannot say enough good things about Christinah. She is the perfect balance of professional and compassionate. She is a wonderful human being who truly cares about her patients' well being. Both my daughter and I are thriving now, and it is all thanks to her dedicated care. If you are looking for someone who is attentive and genuinely kind, look no further
Less than 6 months agoEJ
Christianah has help me manage my mental health, as well as in identifying my triggers. She’s amazing and makes me feel very comfortable.
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Is Christianah Adelakun accepting new patients?
Christianah Adelakun generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Christianah Adelakun's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Which board certifications does Christianah Adelakun have?
Christianah Adelakun is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Christianah Adelakun?
Christianah Adelakun frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Christianah Adelakun on their profile.
What languages does Christianah Adelakun speak?
Christianah Adelakun speaks English and Yoruba.
How do patients rate Christianah Adelakun in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Christianah Adelakun. 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.