Esther Mugomba-Bird, PMHNP

Esther Mugomba-Bird, PMHNP

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
FL
*Please note if you are seeking ADHD care, we do not prescribe controlled medications such as Adderall & Vyvanse - but can treat with proven non-stimulants such as Strattera.* Esther Mugomba-Bird is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with special interests in areas such as bipolar disorder, paranoid schizophrenia, and other thought disorders, as well as various anxiety disorders and depressive disorders. With 10 years of experience in the field, Esther focuses on fighting the stigma associated with mental illness by encouraging her patients to be open about their illnesses and educating their families, thereby increasing compliance with treatment. She is a firm believer that patients do better when they have the support of their loved ones. Besides patient empowerment, she loves to travel, learn about other cultures, play tennis, box, garden, spend time with loved ones, and give back to the community by volunteering with various organizations. Esther was nominated and voted Mental Health Nurse Practitioner of the Year in 2020 by Gulf Shore Magazine for her exceptional care during COVID-19. She was also awarded the Leadership Award by her colleagues at NCH in 2020.
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About Esther Mugomba-Bird

Focus areas

Anxiety
Mental Health Problem
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Insomnia
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Esther Mugomba-Bird

*Please note if you are seeking ADHD care, we do not prescribe controlled medications such as Adderall & Vyvanse - but can treat with proven non-stimulants such as Strattera.* Esther Mugomba-Bird is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with special interests in areas such as bipolar disorder, paranoid schizophrenia, and other thought disorders, as well as various anxiety disorders and depressive disorders. With 10 years of experience in the field, Esther focuses on fighting the stigma associated with mental illness by encouraging her patients to be open about their illnesses and educating their families, thereby increasing compliance with treatment. She is a firm believer that patients do better when they have the support of their loved ones. Besides patient empowerment, she loves to travel, learn about other cultures, play tennis, box, garden, spend time with loved ones, and give back to the community by volunteering with various organizations. Esther was nominated and voted Mental Health Nurse Practitioner of the Year in 2020 by Gulf Shore Magazine for her exceptional care during COVID-19. She was also awarded the Leadership Award by her colleagues at NCH in 2020.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Insomnia
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Bipolar disorder
Insomnia
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Bipolar disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Cincinnati, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1639504400

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