Sana Ahmed, AGNP - C, APRN, RN, PMHNP-BC

Sana Ahmed, AGNP - C, APRN, RN, PMHNP-BC

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
NJ
4.71
“Sana is incredibly kind and caring and swift to make a plan that makes what feels impossible possible! ”
Allison N.February 3, 2026
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
90% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
90% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.71

Average wait time

4.76

Bedside manner

4.76
“Sana is incredibly kind and caring and swift to make a plan that makes what feels impossible possible! ”
Allison N.February 3, 2026Video visit
“Easy to use, got an appointment more quickly than I ever would have just calling doctors in my area. Found great, flexible care! Couldn't say enough! 10/10 would reccomend and will be using again! ”
Ashley K.October 21, 2025Video visit

About Sana Ahmed

Focus areas

Adolescent Psychiatry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anger Management
Depression
Sleep Disorder
Anxiety
Geriatric Psychiatry

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Hindi

Getting to know Sana Ahmed

Sana is a dual board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and adult gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP-C). She earned her Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing from Maryville University and her Master's in Adult Gerontology Nursing, as well as her Bachelor's degree, from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Sana is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. She possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by a natural ability to build rapport with clients and families. Sana follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition. As a PMHNP, Sana's role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, therapist, and scientist. With experience in acute care, primary care, and inpatient care, she values interdisciplinary education and interprofessional collaboration to provide high-quality care. Sana joined the specialty of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health after practicing in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care for five years. When individuals seek help for their mental health concerns, they often bear the weight of their emotions, thoughts, and struggles. Sana uses an empathetic approach to alleviate this burden by creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported.

What should a new client know about working with you?

As a PMHNP, Sana’s role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, therapist, and scientist. With experience in acute care, primary care and inpatient care, Sana values interdisciplinary education and inter-professional collaboration, to be able to provide high-quality care. Sana joined the specialty of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health after practicing in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care for five years.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

When individuals seek help for their mental health concerns, they often bear the weight of their emotions, thoughts, and struggles. Sana uses the empathetic approach of mental health to be able to alleviate this burden by creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported.

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Areas of expertise

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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

  • Maryville University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
  • Fairleigh Dickinson University, Master's in Adult Gerontology Nursing
  • Fairleigh Dickinson University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1386293413

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.71
Wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.76
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Sana is incredibly kind and caring and swift to make a plan that makes what feels impossible possible!
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This dr is very good she helped me figure out and intermediately helped me identify a solution to refill my prescriptions
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Dr Sana was so kind and understanding! This was my first visit with her and I'm so happy to find a Dr like her
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She is great doctor she gave me so much time very kind soft spoken friendly ??
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She is great listener very kind and friendly doctor. I highly recommend
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Should have never scedules a aponintment wastes time and money
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Very good listener and comes with valuable experience.
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Easy to use, got an appointment more quickly than I ever would have just calling doctors in my area. Found great, flexible care! Couldn't say enough! 10/10 would reccomend and will be using again!
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She is great listener
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I can’t even being to explain how wonderful Sana was during my appointment. She answered all questions I had and listened to all of my concerns. I look forward to coming back to see her again and continue my journey to feeling better.
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Dr. Ahmed was very friendly and understanding. She laid out a clear plan for my treatment and explained everything thoroughly to me and repeatedly asked if I had any questions or concerns. She was extremely understanding and supportive. She made me feel comfortable and heard.
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Great communication, felt heard and understood. Works with you on finding what medication is best for you! Look forward to our next appointment.
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Sana is by far the best psychiatrist I’ve ever seen! I’m incredibly grateful to have found her through Zocdoc, she’s a perfect fit for my needs. From the start, she was thorough, transparent, and thoughtful in explaining treatment options. She also listened attentively to my concerns and made me feel completely heard and understood. I never felt rushed during our session, it was clear that she genuinely cares about her patients and takes the time to treat them with compassion and care. I especially recommend Sana to those from South Asian and/or Muslim backgrounds, as her cultural understanding and sensitivity make a world of difference. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.
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The provider listened to me and understood my prospective and tried to explain things in light of medical science’s glad I found her on Zodoc,
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She is a highly skilled and caring doctor who genuinely understands her patients’ needs. She creates a safe and supportive space where I feel comfortable sharing my challenges. Her attentive listening and thoughtful approach to treatment, including medication management and therapy recommendations, make a significant difference. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for compassionate and effective psychiatric care.
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My experience was wonderful and illuminating! Sana was so friendly and and a great listener. She did an exceptional job at understanding my situation and provided the best feedback that was useable in my everyday life—even after the first session! She was extremely perceptive as well. Overall, I rate my experience 5 stars :)
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Which board certifications does Sana Ahmed have?

Sana Ahmed is certified by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board and American Nurses Credentialing Center.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sana Ahmed?

Sana Ahmed frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Sana Ahmed on their profile.

What languages does Sana Ahmed speak?

Sana Ahmed speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.

How do patients rate Sana Ahmed in reviews?

52 patients have reviewed Sana Ahmed. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.71/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.76/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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