Dr. Lloyd Esene, NP, PMHNP-BC, DNP

Dr. Lloyd Esene, NP, PMHNP-BC, DNP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MD
4.80
“The doctor I spoke with was kind professional and really listened to me. I fel compassion and professionalism.”
Sharon D.April 5, 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

4.80

Average wait time

4.88

Bedside manner

4.81
“The doctor I spoke with was kind professional and really listened to me. I fel compassion and professionalism.”
Sharon D.April 5, 2026Video visit
“It's always a pleasure dealing with michaelTexas Mind always listens, and that's why it's always prefer appointments. I have not had a better psychologist yet”
James L.April 4, 2026Video visit

About Dr. Lloyd Esene

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatry Follow Up
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatric Medication Review
Sleep Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Psychiatry Consultation

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Lloyd Esene

I am Lloyd E. Esene, LLB, BL, MSN, PMHNP-BC, a graduate of Walden University's Master's in Nursing program specializing in APRN Psychiatric and Mental Health Disorders (PMHNP-BC). I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Northern Kentucky University. Additionally, I hold a Bachelor's degree from Southern New Hampshire University and an Associate's degree from Platt College North Oklahoma City. I also graduated from Edo State University in Nigeria. Before migrating to the USA in 2000, I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Law and worked as a Criminal Defense Attorney in Nigeria. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed to provide care in Texas, Arizona, Utah, New York, Colorado, Nebraska, Oregon, Washington, Kansas, Idaho, Maryland, Virginia, and Alaska. Being a psychiatric practitioner is a dream come true for me. I take great delight in helping my patients find answers and solutions to their mental, behavioral, and psychiatric health needs and concerns. We accept commercial insurance from Aetna, Optum, United, Cigna, Medicare, and other insurances indicated on this platform. While we strive to provide services to all patients who desire our care, we do not currently see or accept patients with state Medicaid or other state-sponsored health coverages such as KanCare, AHCCCS, or any state Medicaid programs. However, we are happy to see you if you choose to pay out of pocket for your visit.

What should a new client know about working with you?

WE ARE NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING PATIENTS. WITH MEDICAID, MEDICARE, OR OTHER COMMUNITY OF STAE-SPONSORED HEALTH PLANS SUCH AS KANCARE, AHCCCS, WAHLOP, CARDINALCARE, OR ANY STATE MEDICAID PLAN. WE ACCEPT COMMERCIAL INSURANCE FROM AETNA, OPTUM, UNITED, CIGNA, AND OTHER INSURANCES INDICATED ON THIS PLATFORM ONLY. WE WILL BE ABLE TO SEE YOU IF YOU WILL PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR YOUR VISIT. I take great pride in helping and working with my patients to find solutions to their Mental Health puzzle. For every patient, I draw up an individualized Plan of Care to take them from their state of confusion, trauma, depression, anger, frustration, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar, etc, to a state of clarity (normality), a state of stable and functional mental well-being. I listen for and watch out for those unspoken, yet loud mental pains, trauma, and darkness that becloud them to help them find answers. I love to travel overseas and within the United States. I am huge football (soccer) fan, and I love to watch Chelsea FC of London, The Nigerian national soccer) team, the US national teams, the Mexican national team, the Dallas Cowboys and the Dallas Mavericks.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING MEDICAID PATIENTS. I conduct a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with my patient or with my patient and their family (if necessary), Psychiatric history, obtain the medical history, Review of systems assessment, Mental Status Examination, and their substance abuse history. Based on the responses, I can accurately formulate diagnoses of their mental illness and then proceed to discuss the best treatment options with the patient.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $300 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 30 minutes
  • 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

Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Disorder
Sleep Problems
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

  • Northern Kentucky University, Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • Walden University, Master's in Nursing
  • Southern New Hampshire University (Bachelor's)
  • Platt College (Associate's)
  • Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma (Bachelor's)
  • Nigerian Law School (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

  • I celebrate the little victories of life as a Mental Health Provider. Every day that my patients return and tell me that they have achieved improvement in their mental health struggles, and are on their way to achieving clarity of mind, is an award for me. For me, the big victories and awards are when my patients tell me "thank you" for helping them and walking with them on this treacherous mental health journey, for not judging them, but for bringing them back to their families.

NPI number

1013542158

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.80
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.81
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It has been years since I have felt anything but sadness. DR. Lloyd Esene is amazing and U=I cannot thank him enough.
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The doctor I spoke with was kind professional and really listened to me. I fel compassion and professionalism.
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I love this doctor. Listen to my issues and was very nice. Very professional. Got my prescription called in the same day..?
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He was down to earth. Great personality, kind and timely. I felt comfortable speaking with him about my situation.
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He has been taking care of me for a long time. Trustworthy, knowledgeable and professional. I am glad to have him!
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Really nice and very compassionate. I enjoy myself talking to him and he was very polite and knowledgable.
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He saved my life. I am so verygrratful for his listening and informing skills I've my doctor
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Great experience every visit. He listens to my concerns and responds with his suggested treatment. Great doctor!
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Dr. Esene was very personable and empathetic. I didn't feel like I was rushed through my appointment. Would recommend!
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Good Doctor. Listen and provide recommendations on how to deal with the life issue.
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He's very nice. He listened to what I was saying and appeared to take me seriously.
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Highly recommend this Dr very caring extremely professional lm truly grateful l found him.
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Easy to talk to and he showed empathy in a way that was needed. We made a lot of progress in just the first visit.
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Great person that actually listens and helps get right to the point. Was seen right away and is very respectful and nice.
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Dr. Esene is a wonderful doctor. He's very caring and is very knowledgeable about getting the right medication.
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Dr Esene is a phenomenal Doctor. Very caring and refilled my medication and got me on some new medication to try.
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Everything I responded to is accurate! His prescription for my well being helped me to feel whole and I am so grateful!
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He was understanding to my financial situation as well as my mental, and emotional wellness
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The forms were repetitive, the Dr never called. I still want to see him but those forms have to be shortened.
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Dr. Ezene is excellent. Sometimes, I can't see him but his associate Doctor's are top quality as well.
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He’s very supportive to my needs and is always timely with a wonderful sense of genuine care for my well being.
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Very understanding and straight to the point. Very helpful and knowledgeable ????
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A very convenient and efficient method of getting your medication’s. Even my Adderall a class 2 narcotic. I love it!!!!!!!!
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Recommend 1000%!! Conscientious, thorough, and sensitive to the nature of our appt. I had a great experience with my Dr!
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Good doctor. He can clearly explain each medication function and notice side effects
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Very professional and caring just a super nice Dr who makes you feel very comfortable. Thank you Dr Lloyd !!
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Lloyd is kind, compassionate, and relatable. I would definitely recommend him to anyone needing medication management.
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Lloyd is knowledgeable about medication and listens to issues and presents logical resolutions. Great sense of humor!
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Great listener very helpful but my insurance was not excepted unfortunately. If it was, I would definitely recommend him.
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Excellent provider. Listened to my concerns and gave me clear instructions and great support. Very helpful! Thank you!!!
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Lloyd was very attentive. He made intelligent suggestions based on my situation and listened to what I specifically wanted.
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Dr. Esene is awesome. He is concise. He gets it done quickly and efficiently. This is my type of doctor.
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My appointment felt rushed and I felt like the right questions were not asked before I was given a prescription.
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Loyd was amazing with med management! He took my anxiety from a 10 to a 4 within 24 hours!
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Great Dr. He listened and responded well. He was respectful and a perfect gentleman. Very helpful
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I felt he listened to me and WE came together with a health plan that will hopefully resolve the issues.
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Never had my appointment. I sat in the waiting room for an hour. No answer when I call. How unprofessional.
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He got held up with a patient emergency, but he reached out and we made it work. He was very kind and informative!
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Fantastic Doctor. Very personable and super easy to talk to. Highly recommend Dr. Esene!!
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Insurance was accepted, doctor was friendly and willing to listen. Would recommend, and will return.
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Great doctor and great person who cares about his patients very great full for Dr Lloyd ????
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Loyd saved my life. He took me from suicidal to completely stable very quickly!
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Just an overall great experience every time I visit. I feel heard, cared about, and understood.
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Great experience each time. Lloyd provides exceptional care at each appointment. Highly recommend
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My experience with Floyd was great. He is direct, timely and makes patients feel comfortable. Highly recommend
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I was told to get over it, and no one cares about my problems as I sobbed during my appointment.
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Very professional and helpful doctor who listened to my concerns and addressed the problem! Highly recommend!
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I am no longer on the 30mg trazadone, but was changed to clonazepam instead, I was taking 2mg at one point a day.
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Very knowledgeable and approachable. Thankful to have him as my provider.
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Dr. Lloyd is always welcoming and friendly. Professional and knowledgeable, recommended.
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Which board certifications does Dr. Lloyd Esene have?

Dr. Lloyd Esene is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lloyd Esene?

Dr. Lloyd Esene frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lloyd Esene on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lloyd Esene speak?

Dr. Lloyd Esene speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Lloyd Esene in reviews?

2331 patients have reviewed Dr. Lloyd Esene. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.8/5. They have a 4.81/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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