What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.67
Average wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
4.73
“IJ was so helpful and well-informed. She listened to my concerns and gave me really helpful feedback. She did not dismiss my concerns and gave me a clear plan. I feel like she will be a great person to have on my care team and I feel hopeful! I would recommend her. ”
Jasmine E.April 16, 2026Video visit
“Dr. Was great. She listened and made suggestions that made sense. I look forward to the next appointment. Highly recommend. ”
Initials hiddenLess than 3 months ago
About Ijeoma Mbadugha
Focus areas
Anxiety Disorder
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Sleep Disorder
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Existential
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Ijeoma Mbadugha
IJ is a compassionate and well-trained family psychiatric & mental health nurse practitioner from Rancho Cucamonga, California. She earned dual masters' degree; Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science and MBA in Healthcare Management from Western Governor's University.
IJ offer both virtual and in-person consultations at Brain Psychiatry. She has years of expertise in diagnosing and treating Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Generalized Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, PMDD, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Opioid Withdrawals, Insomnia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
She offer the following testings:
ADHD Neuropsychological testing for patients seeking answers.
Psychotropic gene and MTHFR gene testings to ensure patients are on the right medications.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, IJ's commitment to serving the medically underserved began decades before COVID-19. However, the pandemic significantly deepened her focus on supporting the mentally disadvantaged population. Her goal is to equitably provide and maintain high-quality care as a premier community resource. Ensuring compassionate, safety, empathetic, powerful, and competent mental health services remains at the forefront of her priorities.
You may need to pay a part of the bill as insurance typically does not cover the full costs- please double check with your insurer.
To expedite the process of booking and to help make the journey easier and faster, we ask that you upload all the necessary documents on Zocdoc prior to your session to include;
Health Insurance card
State ID card
Completed Intake form
Signed Consent form
What should a new client know about working with you?
Our purpose is to help make the journey easier and to eliminate the stigma and barriers to mental healthcare and provide the highest quality and compassionate care based on individualized needs, utilizing evidence-based practices. To support our patients at every stages of their recovery, and allowing them to live their best lives.
To expedite the process of booking and to help make the journey easier and faster, we ask that you upload all the necessary documents on Zocdoc prior to your session to include;
Health Insurance card
State ID card
Completed Intake form
Signed Consent form
We always encourage you to look out for emails from our billing company and EHR (Electronic Health Records) for any other necessary documents to complete prior to the session.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our mental health services are delivered with care, compassion, respect, autonomy, and integrity. We utilize practices spanning psychotherapy, medication management, counseling, and other evidence-based methods to ensure the highest possible quality of care.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $350 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 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
Currently accepting only:
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross California
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Shield of California
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Multiplan PHCS
Optum
Oscar Health
Providence Health Plans
SCAN Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Sutter Health Plans
Unicare
UMR
United HealthCare
Cash patient
**SORRY, WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING MEDI-CAL AT THIS TIME
Office location
Ijeoma Mbadugha, MBA, PMHNP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Master's in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- Western Governors University, Master's in Business Administration
Professional memberships
- American Nurses Association
- American Psychiatric Association
Awards and publications
- City of Los Angeles Mayor's Office (2025)
- Angels For All Foundation
NPI number
1548042880
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
4.73
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393 reviews
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Dr. Was great. She listened and made suggestions that made sense. I look forward to the next appointment. Highly recommend.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
She has a very calm demeanor which helped me calm down. She was very attentive and listened to everything I had to say.
May 9, 2025Kimberly G.Verified patientVideo visit
She was a horrible doctor and didn’t help me one bit with my medical issues nor did she call in my prescriptions .
May 29, 2025Shannon L.Verified patientVideo visit
Just like it should be. Easy to set the appointment, easy to connect, and great service.
February 15, 2026Brandon F.Verified patientVideo visit
Ijeoma is excellent and addresses your concerns. She is also very good at responding and communicating with the patients.
More than 1 year agoVC
Great communication, clear and understandable. I’m confident moving forward.
March 1, 2026Kenneth T.Verified patientVideo visit
Ijeoma was very caring, thorough, attentive, knowledgeable, and judgement-free. Highly recommend.
July 14, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
IJ is amazing. Incredibly kind, helpful and knowledgeable. We loved her and we will be using her again for sure!
November 27, 2024Giulio V.Verified patientVideo visit
I love her she listings and understands what i am talking about. She talked to me for 1 hour.
July 2, 2025Nancy W.Verified patientVideo visit
Absolutely lovely experience. Felt heard, validated, and truly guided. Looking forward to future appointments!
September 13, 2024Emily L.Verified patientVideo visit
she is such a great listener. she gave me very practical advice that changed my life… i highly reccomend!
More than 1 year agoDC
Ijeoma Mbadugha was very kind and caring and had some very good feedback and recommendations. I’m glad I found her.
February 26, 2024Alexandre H.Verified patientVideo visit
Ijeoma is kind, attentive and considerate. Highly recommend her if you are considering psychiatric care
October 24, 2024Temitayo P.Verified patientVideo visit
My Np was very patience with me , listened and took her time with me and address my issues.
I’m happy with her.
More than 1 year agoTK
This was by far one of the best psychiatric appointments I’ve ever had. I felt safe, cared for, and valued.
April 18, 2024Alexandra E.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr IJ was very nice, helpful and meaningful. I didn’t feel judged and felt safe in her care.
February 11, 2025Salvador C.Verified patientVideo visit
This was a very easy and positive experience, they took their time with asking questions and screening me
December 28, 2023Kruti G.Verified patientVideo visit
Don't really know just yet i will se how the meds do
February 1, 2026Krystal M.Verified patientVideo visit
She is super helpful and empathetic! She also sent me a great video that transformed my mindset
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Highly recommended, very good listener, understanding and encouraging
June 13, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. IJ actually listed to what I had to say and was incredibly caring.
May 30, 2025Alivia M.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Ij was wonderful. She did not dismiss my concerns but really listened to me.
January 13, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
I would recommend to a friend was easy to use user friendly and good customer service
June 28, 2024Huitziltlanexcalli O.Verified patientVideo visit
I appreciate all the help and how fast my daughter was seen. I highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoML
Great experience, got an appointment quick , got the answers and help needed. Fast.
March 16, 2024Melissa L.Verified patientVideo visit
Great and efficient service. She made me feel welcome and gave amazing feedback!!
More than 1 year agoDD
Very kind. Supportive. Want to give variety of possible tests o find real problem.
January 15, 2024Rian G.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a wonderful time! Best psychiatrist I’ve met with! Thank you!
November 30, 2024Julianne F.Verified patientVideo visit
She was fantastic!! Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
IJ was warm and responsive and really set a supportive environment.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
IJ was very kind! She was warm and listened to my concerns.
January 17, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
my session with NP Ijeoma was very helpful for my mental health
More than 1 year agoAT
It was easy to get an appointment and it was easy to open up.
December 5, 2024Ashley M.Verified patientVideo visit
She was kind, knowledgeable, compassionate and punctual.
More than 1 year agoAram M.Verified patientVideo visit
I had an amazing experience here! I definitely recommend.
More than 1 year agoSM
Having a section with NP Ij was an excellent meeting
More than 1 year agoVM
she is very knowledgeable patient and understanding.
More than 1 year agoAO
Great first session, I can’t wait for my next one in a month:)
February 22, 2024Jacob C.Verified patientVideo visit
She was considerate and listened to what I had to say
August 5, 2024Kelly B.Verified patientVideo visit
Highly recommend. She was extremely kind and thorough.
April 12, 2024Kara C.Verified patientVideo visit
Caring, supportive, solution oriented, understanding.
March 9, 2024Francesca R.Verified patientVideo visit
Listened and heard out all my concerns would see again!
January 4, 2024John B.Verified patientVideo visit
She was great! Kind, good humored and easy to talk to
March 6, 2024Danny R.Verified patientVideo visit
Loved my time with her! Looking forward to continuing.
December 30, 2023Brianna R.Verified patientVideo visit
IJ was so helpful and well-informed. She listened to my concerns and gave me really helpful feedback. She did not dismiss my concerns and gave me a clear plan. I feel like she will be a great person to have on my care team and I feel hopeful! I would recommend her.
April 16, 2026Jasmine E.Verified patientVideo visit
Highly recommend! IJ was so kind and insightful. Her level of care was incredibly thorough while ensuring I felt comfortable the entire appointment. I genuinely look forward to my next appointment with her.
February 12, 2026Caralie W.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very attentive and a good listener, nonjudgmental. She made me feel comfortable and well adjusted very quickly and I am excited to meet with her again!
January 30, 2026Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Mbadugha was kind enough and answered a few of my questions, however within the first few minutes of the call I saw her pull out her phone right on camera and just read and type text messages as I was talking to her. I could even see the phone screen right on camera. This felt really disrespectful considering that I am paying for her time and attention and talking about really sensitive subjects, so I will not be returning. Also, I'm unsure how involved she is in this part, but her office would spam call me around 6pm everyday for a week leading up to the appointment, it was really annoying and I have never experienced that from a clinic before. I even told them that is not a good time to call, but they continued to do so.
December 2, 2025Haley L.Verified patientVideo visit
IJ is truly something special. She took the time to really listen to me, understand what I’ve been dealing with, and responded with so much care and gentleness. The way this provider treated me was with the same kind of warmth and attention someone gives their loved one, and that’s unbelievably rare to find in healthcare. I truly felt supported, believed, and genuinely cared for. Most importantly, she never looked at me like a label or a diagnosis. She saw me as a whole person. For the first time in a long time, I felt human and understood. I’m so grateful for her kindness and the way she shows up for me at every appointment.
Thank you so much IJ!!
December 1, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
I love my provider she’s amazing! I was feeling so lost and just completely low on energy until I met her. She put me on the right treatment plan and literally gave me the tools to get my life back. My mom and I completely love her.
November 20, 2025Daniella R.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Ijeoma Mbadugha work with?
Ijeoma Mbadugha works with Brain Psychiatry, Inc.
Where is Ijeoma Mbadugha's office located?
Ijeoma Mbadugha has 2 office locations in Rancho Cucamonga, view full addresses on Ijeoma Mbadugha's profile.
Which board certifications does Ijeoma Mbadugha have?
Ijeoma Mbadugha is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ijeoma Mbadugha?
Ijeoma Mbadugha frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ijeoma Mbadugha on their profile.
What languages does Ijeoma Mbadugha speak?
Ijeoma Mbadugha speaks English.
How do patients rate Ijeoma Mbadugha in reviews?
393 patients have reviewed Ijeoma Mbadugha. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.74/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.