Dr. Nneka Ikedinma, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
PA
4.83
“Dr. Ikedinma offers practical solutions and spends time to explain the reasoning behind recommendations. Highly recommend.”
SL
Highly recommended
92% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

4.83

Average wait time

4.89

Bedside manner

4.95
“Dr. Ikedinma offers practical solutions and spends time to explain the reasoning behind recommendations. Highly recommend.”
SLLess than 1 month ago
“She is wonderful to work with. Always listening to see how your feeling and definitely helped and walked me through with getting on the right medications. Can't recommend anyone else.
KBLess than 1 month ago

About Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Hello, my name is Dr. Nneka Ikedinma. I am a dual-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, as well as a family nurse practitioner, with extensive experience in healthcare. If you are facing challenges maintaining a healthy mental well-being, I am committed to walk this journey alongside you to ensure you achieve symptom remission. After many years of working as a Primary Care Provider (PCP) at a busy community health center, I decided to specialize as a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner because I was amazed at how my patients' mental health conditions were improving. It simply blew my mind and over these years of working as a mental health provider, I am so convinced that I have a special calling for this field. Till date, this decision remains the most fulfilling career choice I have made. Reviews from my clients about my practice speaks for itself and most of them noted that they feel supported, welcomed and at ease. A patient noted in her review that what makes me truly special is not just my clinical expertise, but also my humorous and warm personality. Another client rightly emphasized that I treat the issues while understanding that each patient is different. It never felt like I was just checking boxes. These are verified reviews and the honest truth is that I have so much passion in what I do. Just one visit with me will tell it all.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I provide care to individuals who are 12 years and older and treat different mental health conditions, including bipolar disorder, anxiety, major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, and many others. One of the main therapeutic intervention I utilize is cognitive behavioral therapy. This therapeutic modality is effective in assisting clients identify patterns of thinking that are dysfunctional by focusing on changing those thoughts that occur spontaneously to generate a distorted affect. After assisting a client to identify thought distortions that contribute to anxiety, mood fluctuations, depression among others, the client is guided through evidence as well as logic that evaluates the validity of the dysfunctional thoughts. I also emphasize on present moment awareness to help lower the symptom severity. Right from your initial encounter with me, my goal is to create a safe and relaxed space where you will feel welcomed, genuinely heard and greatly supported.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

What you will expect during your initial visit is a thorough comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and accurate diagnoses based on DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and the individual diagnosis will be clearly explained. Together, we develop a treatment plan that is tailored specifically to your need. A patient noted in her review that I am awesome to talk to, I listen and I have a plan. Honestly, without a plan, there is no direction and a treatment plan is vital. My practice has rapidly expanded because I focus on building trust and meaningful connection from the onset and my mission is to empower you to become well informed, confident and experience that mindset shift that will enable you to adequately and efficiently manage your mental health. When care is driven by passion, it never feels like work. I am truly passionate about what I do and genuinely care about helping you achieve your mental health goal. Schedule an appointment with me so that we can start this journey together.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

  • Rocky mountain university of health professions, Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
  • Chamberlain University - Addison, Master's in Family Health Nursing
  • Chamberlain University - Addison (Bachelor's)
  • Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Doctor of Nursing Practice

NPI number

1720550296

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
4.95
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Dr. Ikedinma offers practical solutions and spends time to explain the reasoning behind recommendations. Highly recommend.
I love my visits. I enjoy feeling seen and heard. I feel better after every visit than I did going into it.
Dr. Nneka is a wonderful, thorough, and kind psychiatrist with a welcoming and warm demeanor. I am very grateful for her!
Highly recommend if you are looking for a professional with empathy and patience.
My experience was positive, thorough and hopeful.
Video visit
She's very well-versed in mental health and always has a positive and uplifting spirit!
Dr. Nneka is an absolute gem. Trustworthy, personable, and thorough.
Amazing as always, she listens and is always available.
She is wonderful to work with. Always listening to see how your feeling and definitely helped and walked me through with getting on the right medications. Can't recommend anyone else.
She’s very kind and easy to talk to. She gives wonderful feedback and is not judgmental. She is truly concerned with how I feel and what is needed to help me. She does what is needed to help me get back on track. I feel so safe with her. Thanks for all that you do.
She is very supportive and helpful. In just my short term attending her appointments I have felt an improvement in my mental health.
Nneka Ikedinma has been an amazing psych NP so far. She was a fantastic listener and made me feel heard. She took all of my symptoms into account to come up with a medication regimine right for me. Since my appointment she has been very responsive to concerns I have had regarding my medication. I would highly recommed her for your mental health needs.
She is so kind, understanding, empathetic, and easy to talk to. I feel comfortable being totally honest about how I feel and I don't feel embarrassed to share my feelings! I also feel that Nneka genuinely wants to help her patients.
Dr. Nneka is attentive and understanding! She listens to my concerns and always checks with me if I would be open to trying a new solution/direction. Overall, I feel as though I am working through my diagnosis in a healthy manner, at a progressive pace, with the help from Dr. Nneka!
I have been seeing Nneka for a few months and I find that she is very attentive. She is a professional and a problem solver. I love that she goes over my treatment plan with me at every appointment and reinforces my reasoning of why I started treatment in the first place. I have recommended several family members to her because she’s been that helpful to me.
Compassionate, attentive, and highly knowledgeable provider who truly listens and provides effective, thoughtful treatment. I felt supported, understood, and confident throughout my care.
Verified patient
She always gives me great advice during our sessions! She's very educated in her mental health, and I would recommend her to anyone!
I’m incredibly grateful to have found this Nurse Practitioner. She is truly professional, dedicated, and thoughtful in every aspect of her work. During our sessions, she listens with genuine attention and offers insightful, practical advice that has helped me greatly in managing my depression and anxiety. What makes her truly special is not just her clinical expertise, but also her warm and humorous personality. Talking to her feels less like a medical appointment and more like a healing conversation. Her empathy, humor, and kindness have made a real difference in my life. Talking with her feels like medicine for the mind. Thank you so much — I’m deeply appreciative of the support and care you’ve given me.
Nneka has always been amazing at helping me with my newly diagnosed anxiety and depression. She has always been open and friendly whenever we have our sessions and it's always apparent that she cares about each of her patients. She listens to my concerns every time I have any and we come to a solution every session. I am so thankful that she has helped me navigate through my mental health journey.
I’ve been seeing Nneka Ikedinma for a couple of weeks and have generally had a positive experience. From the start, I felt welcomed and supported. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and always takes the time to explain treatment options clearly. I’ve learned valuable coping strategies which has been encouraging. However, towards the end of my treatment, I started to feel a bit unheard. While the care I received was mostly effective, I felt that my more recent concerns were not addressed. Overall, I am grateful for the support I've received, but I wish there had been a bit more focus on my evolving needs as I continue to grow in Therapy.
Very honest and attentive, helped me keep on task during my appointment. Easy to talk to and a clear communicator, was able to put me at ease despite my anxiety.
Nneka was great for listening to my concerns. 0 wait time and easy communicator. Will definitely be seeing her again in the future!
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She was very knowledgeable and listened to all my concerns. Made me feel heard and was very supportive! Will Definitely book again
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Dr. Nneka Ikedinma is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nneka Ikedinma?

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nneka Ikedinma on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Nneka Ikedinma speak?

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Nneka Ikedinma in reviews?

66 patients have reviewed Dr. Nneka Ikedinma. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.95/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.89/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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