Elizabeth Kaluanya
Online & In-Person
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Houston, Texas
License AP134484
https://www.kiwihealth.com/provider/TX/Houston/Elizabeth--KaluanyaAbout Elizabeth
Hello! I am Elizabeth Kaluanya, a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C. I have more than a decade of experience working in various clinical settings as a nurse; and then seven years as a Nurse practitioner focusing on delivering a high level of care to individuals, as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), ensuring comprehensive evaluation encounter care for my patients. Ensuring comprehensive evaluation care for my patients. I studied at the University of Houston Victoria-Sugar Land Texas, where I earned my undergraduate degree in Nursing, then obtained my graduate degree in nursing from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Post Masters certification in Psychiatry at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburgh, Texas.
I am warm, and respect clients' and family preferences, and my care approach ensures the delivery of optimum treatment tailored to your care plan. After a thorough assessment, recommendations are based on prioritizing individual needs, using a holistic and compassionate approach to addressing the full range of patient’s needs to teens, adults, and families. Treatment focuses on using psychotherapy and medication management with maximum treatment benefits and minimal side effects while reviewing all plans with the client. I have licenses in Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, and Washington State.
*Specialties
•Mental Health
•Psychiatry
•Adult Psychiatry
Conditions treated
•Depression
•Anxiety
•Bipolar disorders
•PTSD
•Eating disorders
•Insomnia
•Relationship issues
•Family counseling
•Mood disorders
•Panic attacks
•Substance abuse
•OCD
•Personality disorders
•Geriatric Psychiatry
•Obsessive-Compulsive
•Trauma and PTSD
•Antisocial Personality
•Behavioral Issues
•Borderline Personality (BPD)
•Career Counseling
•Chronic Illness
•Chronic Impulsivity
•Coping Skills
•Emotional Disturbance
•Geriatric and Seniors
•LGBTQ+
•Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
•Peer Relationships
•Self Esteem
•Stress
•Women's Issues
*Practice description
At Lifeway, we are evidence-based practice providers, we provide holistic and compassionate care and ensure your individual goals are met. I deliver care via telepsychiatry, and through a safe approach and specialize in treating patient that are struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, insomnia, bipolar, eating disorders, PTSD, and other mental health problems to adults, teens, and families. Treatment focuses on using psychotherapy and medication management with maximum treatment benefits and minimal side effects.
*Treatment philosophy
At Lifeway Mental Health & Wellness Care the provider is warm and respect clients and family preferences, ensuring the delivery of optimum treatment. After a thorough assessment, recommendations are based on prioritizing individual needs, using a holistic and compassionate approach to addressing the full range of patients’ needs.
Our telemedicine platform prioritizes confidentiality and privacy, ensuring that patient personal information remains secure throughout their telehealth sessions.
*Treatment approach
•Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT)
•Mindfulness-Based(MBCT)
•Trauma-Focused
•Person-Focused
•Play Therapy
Office Location
Costs and Insurance
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna
Optum
Oscar
UnitedHealthcare (UHC / UBH)
How does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) work and how can it help?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It helps clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replace them with more rational thoughts, and engage in positive behaviors. CBT teaches practical coping strategies and involves setting specific goals to track progress. It can effectively reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve self-esteem, and enhance overall well-being, making it useful for various mental health issues.
What should people thinking about working with you, know about you?
People considering working with me should know that I prioritize a holistic and compassionate approach to care, respecting clients' and their families' preferences. I conduct thorough assessments and tailor treatment plans to meet each individual's needs. My focus is on providing psychotherapy and medication management with the goal of achieving maximum benefits while minimizing side effects.
Additionally, I work with a variety of populations, including teens, adults, families, and seniors, addressing a wide range of mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more. My telepsychiatry practice ensures that clients receive care in a safe and confidential virtual environment, offering convenience and privacy.
How does mindfulness-based therapy (MBCT) work and how can it help?
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines cognitive therapy with mindfulness practices to enhance awareness of thoughts and feelings in the present moment. It helps clients learn mindfulness techniques, recognize negative thought patterns, and detach from unhelpful thoughts. MBCT promotes emotional regulation and includes practical exercises to integrate mindfulness into daily life. This therapy can improve emotional resilience, reduce the risk of relapse in depression, and enhance overall mental well-being, fostering a compassionate and balanced perspective on life.
How do you work with clients with anxiety?
When working with clients who have anxiety, I begin with a comprehensive evaluation to understand their symptoms and triggers. I create a tailored treatment plan that often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, along with medication management if necessary. I maintain open communication throughout the process, regularly checking in on progress and adjusting the treatment plan as needed. My aim is to provide a supportive environment that empowers clients to develop coping skills and reduce their anxiety over time.
How do you work with clients with depression?
When working with clients with depression, I start with a thorough evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan, which often combines psychotherapy, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), with medication management if necessary. My approach is holistic and compassionate, focusing on achieving maximum benefits with minimal side effects, while regularly reviewing progress and adjusting the plan as needed to improve the client’s overall well-being.
How can you provide care remotely?
I provide care remotely through telepsychiatry at Lifeway Mental Health & Wellness Care, offering a secure, confidential platform for virtual sessions. This allows me to treat clients struggling with various mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and more. Telepsychiatry ensures flexibility and privacy, enabling clients to receive psychotherapy and medication management from the comfort of their own homes.
Interested in talking?
(346) 552-8979Office Location
Costs and Insurance
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna
Optum
Oscar
UnitedHealthcare (UHC / UBH)
Specialties
Depression
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Counseling
Chronic Illness and Pain
Eating Disorders
Family Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Trauma Focused