Connect Integrative Psychiatry

Integrative and Reproductive psychiatry for women

An integrative psychiatry practice focused on the unique experiences of women and mothers. Treating Anxiety, OCD, Eating disorders, Perinatal mood and anxiety symptoms, PMS/PMDD, and Perimenopause for women who want to feel like themselves again and have fulfilled relationships with themselves and loved ones. Virtual and in-person care available.

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How I can help you

You want to feel like yourself again. You want to to nurture your own passions, have fulfilling relationships with others, and enjoy meaningful community. You want to have loving and connected relationships with your children. You want to be the most mentally stable during your pregnancy and postpartum. It starts with you and I can help.

I provide compassionate mental healthcare to women, offering integrative holistic psychiatry treatment plans that blend conventional psychiatric treatments with holistic interventions. I believe we achieve the best results when we consider the mind, body, spirit, and environment in care.

Is this you?

  • Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health

    You want to achieve mental wellness and stability during pregnancy and the postpartum period, while keeping your developing baby safe. You want to explore various options for treatment.

  • Anxiety

    You want to struggle less with anxious and racing thoughts. You want improved ability to fall asleep and stay asleep without conern about the thoughts that keep you up. You want to let go of embarrasing incidents from the past.

  • Perimenopause

    You want to better navigate the hormonal landscape of perimenopause. You want to manage your physical and psychological symptoms with more ease. You want a treatment plan tailored to you.

  • Balancing Motherhood

    You want to balance your life as a mother without losing yourself. You want to re-examine your values and priorities during motherhood and live the life that brings you joy.

  • OCD

    You want improvement in intrusive thoughts that interfere with your life and steal your joy. You want to live your life in the present moment without focusing on these thoughts and behaviors.

  • PMS/PMDD

    You would like more emotional stability throughout the month. You want to feel like the same person during different phases of your cycle. You want improved relationships with loved one.

  • Disordered Eating

    You want a better relationship with your body and with food. You want to work collaboratively to make lasting sustainable changes in your life.

Holistic approach + Women’s mental health psychiatry

A reproductive psychiatrist, women’s psychiatrist or nurse practitioner focuses on mental health experiences of women including during the reproductive years. While I focus on these experiences, my approach is also integrative, combining evidence-based psychiatric treatments with holistic strategies. I view each person through culturally humble lens. Treatment plans could include medication management, natural supplementation, pharmacogenetic testing, nutritional guidance, sleep optimization, and other remedies as needed. This holistic approach considers the intricate connection between your mental health, hormones, and overall health.

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Nkenna Ajagba, PMHNP-BC

Integrative Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Integrative Psychiatric Services

  • Medication Management

    Integrative psychiatry means using medications as one tool in your treatment while using holistic strategies to provide extra support. We will work to find the best medication regimen with the least side effects.

  • Lab Testing

    Lab testing

    We will run labs to address your nutrient level so we can correct any deficiencies that may be contributing to mental health symptoms. We may also order genetic testing to predict your response to specific medications and optimize your medication regimen.

  • Supplements

    Supplements

    I can help you utilize nutritional supplements to optimize your mental health. If you are already on supplements, I can help you optimize it by making sure you are taking the right supplements and dose as well as ensure there are no dangerous interactions between medications and supplements you are taking.

  • Lifestyle coaching

    We will address sleep, movement, and nutrition that may be affecting your mental health. I will support you in making small changes towards your goals. I will also focus on ways to simplify your life so that you can focus on the things that matter most to you.

  • Psychotherapy

    Psychotherapy

    I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, acceptance commitment therapy, and self-compassion practices. I will listen to you and hear your story, and help with tools that can free you from negative thought patterns and move forward towards a joyful relationship with yourself and your children.

  • Mind-body Medicine

    Mind-body Medicine

    We will address the connection between the mind and body and learn mindfulness skills to help regulate your emotions. Several of these skills can be taught to kids as well. I can support you in teaching them these skills too.

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What Clients Say

  • Jackie

    I just want you to know you've helped me so much. Event at the lowest point of my life, you've been so kind and understanding. You also understand the culture piece and how it affects things. Sometimes I think about "what would Nkenna say"

    Jackie, 34 year old, Postpartum anxiety, depression, trauma

  • Rachel

    I was hesitant about seeking care because I've had negative experiences in the past. Nkenna was patient, she listened to me and did not push me into treatments I did not want. She also takes her time to explain things and I never feel rushed.

    Rachel, 25 year old, PMDD

  • Ashley

    My mental health is in a much better place than it was before I started working with Nkenna.

    Ashley, 33 year old, OCD

  • Grace

    I have really enjoyed working with you. You've helped me so much in my parenting. You really should write a book!

    Grace, 31 yr old, anxiety and OCD, parent

  • Kate

    I can't tell you how invaluable you have been in my care. You have helped me so much and I will carry some of our work with me always.

    Kate, 43 year old, Perimenopause

  • Amanda

    You have been such a positive influence in my life. Kind and compassionate. Always willing to come up with solutions to help me. Always patient. Thank you Nkenna

    Amanda, 24 year old, anxiety and disordered eating

  • Jessica

    You are the most kind, attentive, and compassionate psychiatric provider I have seen. And there can be such a disconnect between psychiatry and psychotherapy and you do such a good job of bridging the gap

    Jessica, 28 year old, anxiety and depression during pregnancy

Please note: identifying details have been changed or removed to protect patient privacy, names are pseudonyms, and images are stock images. However, these are all real comments my patients have given to me.

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If you’re ready to take the next step in your mental health journey, reach out today to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.