Harriet Affum

Harriet Affum

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
IL
Harriet Affum, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC Harriet Affum is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 8 years of experience in behavioral health. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. Her clinical experience includes treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, psychosis, grief, and substance use disorders. Harriet believes that every individual’s mental health journey is unique. She takes a patient-centered, trauma-informed approach, creating a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, valued, and respected. Through collaborative care, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy, she works closely with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans that promote emotional well-being, personal growth, and lasting mental wellness.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Harriet Affum

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Anxiety Disorder
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Adult Psychotherapy
Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Person-Centered
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Harriet Affum

Harriet Affum, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC Harriet Affum is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 8 years of experience in behavioral health. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. Her clinical experience includes treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, psychosis, grief, and substance use disorders. Harriet believes that every individual’s mental health journey is unique. She takes a patient-centered, trauma-informed approach, creating a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, valued, and respected. Through collaborative care, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy, she works closely with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans that promote emotional well-being, personal growth, and lasting mental wellness.

What should a new client know about working with you?

“I Treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Sleep Disorder, or Burnout throughout all of Illinois. I am Hariet Affum, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and the founder of Humble Psychiatry and Wellness, PLLC. With over 8 years of dedicated healthcare experience, I provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care and holistic mental health services tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals for children, adolescents, and adults throughout all of Illinois. I’m committed to creating a warm, judgment-free space where you feel genuinely heard and supported through telehealth and in person”

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized. I listen to your concerns, history, and goals to build a trusting relationship grounded in open communication. As a psychiatric mental health practitioner, I use evidence-based care, including supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and practical coping strategies, alongside psychiatric evaluation and medication management when appropriate. Together, we’ll review your progress, explore options, and adjust your care as needed.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $250 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 30 minutes
  • Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
  • Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork

More information on payments and coverage

We accept self-pay through Stripe. To check which insurance plans are accepted, please click the insurance verification link on our website. Pricing: Initial Visit: $250–$350 Follow-Up Visits: $100–$150 Have questions or concerns? Please call or text. We're happy to help!

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Chamberlain University - Addison, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1922937663

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Very kind, helpful, and attentive. Made me a great treatment plan.
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Which board certifications does Harriet Affum have?

Harriet Affum is certified by Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Harriet Affum?

Harriet Affum frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Harriet Affum on their profile.

What languages does Harriet Affum speak?

Harriet Affum speaks English.

How do patients rate Harriet Affum in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Harriet Affum. 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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