What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Chukwura is managing my prescriptions via telehealth, and the entire process was efficient, warm, and friendly. She made me feel very comfortable right from the start. Highly recommend!”
Michael H.November 19, 2025Video visit
About Damaris Chukwura
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Damaris Chukwura
Damaris Chukwura, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental health care. She began her nursing career in 2007 and has been practicing as a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2014. Damaris has worked in a wide range of settings including inpatient hospitals, residential treatment centers, partial and intensive outpatient programs, correctional psychiatry, and substance abuse treatment. Her clinical experience spans various conditions such as ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and treatment-resistant depression. She earned her BSN from Texas Christian University, MSN from The University of Texas at Arlington, and her DNP from The University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Damaris values open communication and collaboration with her patients. She creates a warm, caring environment where individuals feel heard and respected. Her approach is both evidence-based and supportive, blending professionalism with a welcoming demeanor. She is passionate about mental health advocacy and reducing stigma. Outside of work, Damaris enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, traveling, decorating, and watching reality TV.
During initial psychiatric evaluations, Damaris takes time to fully understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans that align with these goals and may include supportive therapy or referrals for more intensive therapy if needed. Follow-up appointments typically last 30 minutes, allowing time to track progress and make adjustments as necessary.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Doctor of Nursing Practice
- The University of Texas at Arlington, Master's in Nursing
- Texas Christian University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1992100903
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Chukwura is managing my prescriptions via telehealth, and the entire process was efficient, warm, and friendly. She made me feel very comfortable right from the start. Highly recommend!
November 19, 2025Michael H.Verified patientVideo visit
April 3, 2026Seth A.Verified patientVideo visit
October 29, 2025Emma B.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Damaris Chukwura work with?
Damaris Chukwura works with Talkiatry.
What languages does Damaris Chukwura speak?
Damaris Chukwura speaks English.
How do patients rate Damaris Chukwura in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Damaris Chukwura. 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.