Royston Ogbuagu, PMHNP-BC, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

4.83

Bedside manner

4.88

“This was my first time speaking with a Psychiatrist and I was nervous going into the appointment as I was unsure of what to expect. Dr. Royston (Roy) Ogbuagu eased my tension immediately; he was very approachable and kind. My first session was very helpful and I look forward to continuing to work with him. I highly recommend his services!”

Brittany K.August 10, 2023Video visit

“He was great at getting a clear snapshot of my mental heath history and setting up a plan for the future visits. ”

Kevin D.December 16, 2021Video visit

About Royston Ogbuagu

Focus areas

Anxiety

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Royston Ogbuagu

Royston's style of practice fosters the belief that every client is an individual who deserves an individualized treatment approach tailored to their unique past, present, and future life challenges. He brings a strong culturally sensitive approach to addressing ongoing stressors within the client, their environment, and support network—or lack thereof. His understanding of the client's personal values as a crucial tool to establish good rapport, trust, and a positive, collaborative therapist/client relationship is a core strength he possesses. Royston recognizes the role of pharmacological intervention in managing symptoms of concern and often uses this as an important educational focus when fostering compliance with clients. Motivated by the desire to provide optimal psychiatric services across all stages of life, Royston has engaged with diverse client age populations and worked in various settings, including residential treatment facilities, community-based programs, inpatient, and outpatient environments. He understands the importance of medication adherence and the need to explore circumstances hindering this goal, which is why he makes it a primary focus during routine follow-up sessions. Royston is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with multiple undergraduate degrees in various fields, including Nursing. He earned his Master’s in Nursing from City University of New York, Hunter College, after discovering his passion for psychiatry during volunteer work at a local Westchester County hospital.

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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.

Depression

Schizophrenia

Depression

Schizophrenia

Office location

Royston Ogbuagu, PMHNP-BC also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - New York

203 Jay St, Ste 501, Brooklyn, NY 11201

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - New York

Education and training

City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Nursing

Awards and publications

Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

NPI number

1609242916

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.88

Wait time

4.83

Bedside manner

4.88

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He was great at getting a clear snapshot of my mental heath history and setting up a plan for the future visits.

December 16, 2021Kevin D.Verified patientVideo visit

Enjoyed the overall experience . Seemed easy to talk to . What more can you ask for ?

January 20, 2022Joseph G.Verified patientVideo visit

Dr. Ogbuagu was very helpful and I am happy to be working with him.

October 8, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit

Very attentive and explained the process very clearly.