Diana Pekisheva, APRN, RN, NP

Diana Pekisheva, APRN, RN, NP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
NJ
4.84
“Diana is an excellent psychiatric nurse practitioner. She takes a holistic approach to understanding symptoms and truly listens to her patients. She's compassionate, thorough, and shows genuine interest in providing comprehensive care. Highly recommend.”
Carole M.March 10, 2026
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
93% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.84

Average wait time

4.83

Bedside manner

4.92
“Diana is an excellent psychiatric nurse practitioner. She takes a holistic approach to understanding symptoms and truly listens to her patients. She's compassionate, thorough, and shows genuine interest in providing comprehensive care. Highly recommend.”
Carole M.March 10, 2026Video visit
“shes great, im glad i went with doc. Diana shes very soft spoken and kind and i believe she will help me figure out stuff !”
alejandra T.January 23, 2026Video visit

About Diana Pekisheva

Focus areas

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

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Diana Pekisheva

Diana Pekisheva is a compassionate Board Certified PMHNP who obtained her Master's in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing from Walden University. Diana worked for many years as a nurse in the neuro-trauma intensive care unit at a large trauma center, where her diagnostic skills, coupled with her compassionate care, contributed to excellent patient outcomes. Diana is a warm-hearted mental health nurse practitioner whose gentle demeanor instantly puts her clients at ease and provides thoughtful guidance. With a focus on working with individuals with dementia, she has developed a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges. Her approach to treatment is based on evidence-based practice combined with a deep understanding of each person's unique experiences. Diana believes in the power of empathy and connection with her patients. She takes pride in celebrating her clients' progress, no matter how small, and her encouragement helps them build resilience and confidence.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $500 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $300 for 20 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Adjustment Disorder
    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder
    Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Depression
    Prescription / Refill
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Adjustment Disorder
    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • Walden University, Master's in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

    NPI number

    1386410710

    Patient reviews

    All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
    Overall rating
    4.84
    Wait time
    4.83
    Bedside manner
    4.92
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    shes great, im glad i went with doc. Diana shes very soft spoken and kind and i believe she will help me figure out stuff !
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    My first session went very well. She listened well and asked a lot of questions to get as much information as possible.
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    Diana was great, kind and caring. I felt really at ease as a first time patient talking with her! 10/10 would recommend!
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    Very kind and thorough meeting. I felt all my questions were answered and I left with a helpful treatment plan
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    She was easy to talk to! Really listened to me and gave me insight on how to deal with my anxiety!
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    Amazing ! Very kind and is a great listener. I look forward to working with her to improve my mental health :)
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    Fantastic provider! Diana is compassionate, perceptive and very easy to speak with. Definitely recommend.
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    She was so nice and thorough. I felt comfortable and reached the goals I had for my appointment.
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    Listened so thoughtfully. Really appreciated how attentive and kind she was.
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    Diana gave me lots of time and listened to me. She explained the course of action clearly.
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    Diana was amazing. Caring, listened intently, made me super comfortable
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    I am so glad that I found Diana on Zocdoc. She’s terrific.
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    Diana was very kind and patient. She listened and really cared .
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    She’s great.
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    Diana is an excellent psychiatric nurse practitioner. She takes a holistic approach to understanding symptoms and truly listens to her patients. She's compassionate, thorough, and shows genuine interest in providing comprehensive care. Highly recommend.
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    Dr. Pekisheva was wonderful! She asked really thoughtful questions, and was a great listener. I've seen psychiatrists in the past where it's a robotic experience, but Dr. Pekisheva's was a humanized one.
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    Dr. Diana was an incredible listener and was so, so kind. I was a bit nervous to discuss my ailments with someone for the first time, but she made the process smooth, easy, and comfortable for me. Thank you!
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    I chose this provider based on the reviews, and she didn’t disappoint. She was kind, a great listener, and made me feel comfortable with the medications prescribed. As a first-timer, she took the time to explain everything clearly and made me feel at ease. I look forward to my next visit.
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    Professional. Highly recommended.
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    Timely and professional from setting up the appointment to the conclusion of the first session. Prompt communication regarding prescriptions and the pharmacy. Most importantly, I felt heard and understood as a patient and human being.
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    My experience was great. My first ever psych-related consult. She listened, she gave commentary, and she helped me understand her questions if i was confused. She was very patient.
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    She made me feel completely comfortable.
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    She's extremely kind and to-the-point without being harsh. You can tell she knows what she's talking about. I felt like she actually listened and understood my thoughts without expecting me to understand or explain myself. She was absolutely what I was looking for!!
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    I’m really glad I booked with Diana Pekisheva. I’m genuinely a nervous person when it comes to talking about my medical history and medications because it’s not something I look forward to but Diana is nice, welcoming and helpful during our interaction. Would 100% recommend.
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    I felt very comfortable with her. She listened, and reflected back what I told her about myself and my experience. She’s taking a careful and thoughtful approach to my treatment, and it felt quite collaborative. She also provided education when needed. Overall very positive experience!
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    Absolutely amazing! The whole Team was extremely attentive and so helpful through out the whole process! Diana P was very patient with me, listened and immediately assisted. Very grateful that I found Diana.
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    definitely the best psychiatrist i’ve seen so far. very friendly and a great listener. always goes back to the topic she needs more information on no matter how long ago we first talked about it. i felt heard and seen, never felt judged.
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    What a great visit. She took her time answering questions and was very attentive to my needs I am so happy I found her. Looking forward to my next visit.
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    Provider was very knowledgeable and warm and understanding. Amazing experience with her! Really relieved and happy to find her.
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    Kind, patient and understanding
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    Very kind and educated doctor. Extremely easy to talk to and very personable as well. They asked a lot of questions and listened to my answers throughly. I highly recommend for anyone looking to better their mental health. Good luck :)
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    Diane made me feel not only comfortable but willing to help. For once I felt support which felt amazing . Thank you Diane, looking forward to working with you.
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    What are common reasons for patients to see Diana Pekisheva?

    Diana Pekisheva frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Prescription / Refill, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Diana Pekisheva on their profile.

    What languages does Diana Pekisheva speak?

    Diana Pekisheva speaks English.

    How do patients rate Diana Pekisheva in reviews?

    134 patients have reviewed Diana Pekisheva. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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