About Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire
Focus areas
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Insomnia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Medication Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Test
Geriatric Psychiatry
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Families
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire
Finding the right psychiatric provider can make a meaningful difference in your care. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. I commonly work with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, sleep difficulties, and other mental health concerns.
My approach is warm, thorough, collaborative, and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, daily functioning, current stressors, and treatment goals before making recommendations. I believe effective psychiatric care should address not only symptoms, but also how those symptoms are affecting your relationships, work or school performance, sleep, motivation, and overall quality of life.
Treatment may include a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, supportive therapy, lifestyle recommendations, and coordination with therapists, primary care providers, or other healthcare professionals when appropriate. I place a strong emphasis on education and shared decision-making so you understand your diagnosis, available treatment options, expected benefits, possible side effects, and alternatives.
Medication is never viewed as the only part of treatment. When appropriate, I also incorporate principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, healthy sleep practices, and wellness strategies to support long-term improvement.
Whether you are seeking psychiatric treatment for the first time, struggling with focus and attention, experiencing persistent anxiety or depression, or looking for a thoughtful review of your current medications, my goal is to provide a respectful and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and supported. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is clinically appropriate, practical, and tailored to your individual needs
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach is warm, collaborative, and clinically thorough. I want you to feel comfortable discussing what is going on without feeling rushed, judged, or reduced to a diagnosis. During our first visit, I will take time to understand your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, current stressors, daily functioning, and treatment goals.
I work with individuals experiencing concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma-related symptoms, sleep difficulties, and other mental health conditions. When medication may be helpful, I explain the options clearly, including expected benefits, potential side effects, alternatives, and what we will monitor over time.
I also believe medication is only one part of mental health care. When appropriate, I incorporate supportive therapy, psychoeducation, behavioral strategies, sleep and wellness recommendations, and principles from evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care. I may also collaborate with your therapist, primary care provider, or other members of your healthcare team when helpful.
You can expect our visits to be practical and goal-focused, while still giving you space to ask questions and share concerns. Treatment decisions are made collaboratively, and I encourage you to be an active participant in your care.
My goal is to help you better understand what you are experiencing and develop a treatment plan that is safe, realistic, and tailored to your individual needs.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
The initial evaluation is comprehensive and focused on diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, and risk assessment. I review current symptoms, psychiatric and medical history, prior treatment response, medications, sleep, substance use when relevant, family history, psychosocial stressors, and functional impairment.
When appropriate, I use structured clinical screening to further evaluate conditions such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma-related conditions, and mood disorders. I then discuss my clinical impressions, differential diagnosis, and recommended treatment options in clear terms.
Treatment may include medication management, psychotherapy recommendations, behavioral interventions, laboratory monitoring, lifestyle modification, or coordination with other members of your healthcare team.
When medication is prescribed, I review the rationale, expected benefits, potential adverse effects, alternatives, and monitoring plan. Follow-up visits focus on symptom response, tolerability, safety, functioning, and progress toward treatment goals.
I also incorporate supportive therapy and psychoeducation into medication-management visits when clinically appropriate. Patients who would benefit from more intensive psychotherapy may be referred for or co-managed with a therapist.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $395 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 15 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Self-pay rates are $395 for a 60-minute initial psychiatric evaluation and $150 for 15-minute follow-up visits.
If you are using insurance, your out-of-pocket cost will depend on your plan benefits, including deductible, copay, coinsurance, and network status. Additional payment assistance may be available in some situations.
We strive to provide clear, upfront information about expected costs whenever possible.
Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Office location
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire, DNP, PMHNP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Northern Kentucky University, Doctor of Nursing Practice
- The University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston School Of Nursing & Student Community Center, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
Awards and publications
- Doctor of Nursing Practice project: Incorporating the QbTest in ADHD Assessments in Outpatient Settings
NPI number
1578106217
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What practice does Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire work with?
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire works with MindRestorative Clinic.
Where is Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire's office located?
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Emokpaire's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire?
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire 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. Simonpeter Emokpaire on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire speak?
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire speaks English.