O' Kem Olawuyi

Hello, I’m Dr. ‘O’ Kem Olawuyi, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC/FNP-BC. With nearly a decade of experience, I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia. I am passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to individuals navigating mental health challenges. I specialize in diagnosing and treating ADHD and related conditions, focusing on creating personalized, patient-centered care plans. My expertise includes tailored medication management, advanced psychological testing using innovative techniques, and integrated treatment plans that combine medication with psychotherapy to ensure holistic care. I am committed to accessibility, offering telehealth options to meet patients where they are, both physically and emotionally. My practice emphasizes collaboration with other mental health professionals, fostering a team-based approach to optimize outcomes. By prioritizing open communication and a strengths-based approach, I work closely with each patient to empower them, enhance their emotional well-being, and achieve their mental health goals. My goal is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where patients feel heard, valued, and motivated to thrive. I look forward to working with you on your journey to better mental health. Treatment Philosophy: I believe in a patient-centered approach that blends medication management with a variety of psychotherapy techniques to support mental well-being. By leveraging strengths-based strategies such as the VIA Character Strengths Survey, mindfulness practices, gratitude exercises, and guided imagery, I help patients cultivate a positive mindset and emotional resilience. For ADHD and related conditions, I focus on tailored medication management, advanced psychological testing, and collaborative care to achieve optimal outcomes. Specialties & Conditions: Mental Health Psychiatry Adolescent Medicine Addiction ADHD Anxiety Behavioural Therapy Bipolar disorders Depression Eating disorders Growth evaluation Mental health Mood disorders OCD Personality disorders PTSD Puberty concerns Schizophrenia Substance abuse Trauma and PTSD Treatment approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) Culturally Sensitive Emotionally Focused Mindfulness-Based(MBCT) Person-Focused Insurance: Aetna Ambetter Anthem BHS | Behavioral Health Systems Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Health Alliance Humana Kaiser Permanente Medicaid Medicare Molina Healthcare Optum Oscar Health Peak Health Sentara Health UnitedHealthcare