Jennifer Ugbah
Jennifer Ugbah
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Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
Rhode Island•Massachusetts
ADHD- Anxiety -Child mental health- Depression-Postpartum depression-Social anxiety-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$100-$150

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Professional statement

Jennifer Ugbah MSN, PMHNP, CNS, APRN, RN, is a dual board certified bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Rhode Island and went on to earn a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in child and adolescent psychiatric-mental health from The University of Rhode Island. In addition, she also obtained her nurse practitioner certification for patients across the lifespan from the University of Saint Joseph. Throughout her career, Jennifer has worked with patients of all ages.

She believes in taking a holistic approach to mental health care, addressing not only the patient's symptoms but also their social, emotional, and environmental factors that may impact their mental health. Jennifer is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner who is strives to provide the utmost care to all of her patients.

By searching for a provider, you have initiated your first steps towards taking care of your mental health. You don’t have take on your mental health alone. We welcome you to Evolve psychiatry. We are looking forward to helping you.

Message to clients

I am accepting new patients and I have same week appointment availability for new patients. I specializes in ADHD, PTSD, depression, eating disorder, and anxiety disorders- OCD, Agoraphobia, and social anxiety. In addition to my specialty, I provide medication management for a wide variety of mental health conditions. Currently accepting pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.

You have taken initial steps to feeling emotionally better by searching this page. I understand the efforts it may have taken to get to where you are. At Evolve psychiatry, my approach is to make efforts together in order to create a plan that leads to improved mental health wellness. We emphasize on patient centered care with your concerns being the priority.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 12 years

Gateway Healthcare- Lifespan , 2013 - 2017
Bradley Hospital , 2010 - 2013
Mariam Hospital , 2009 - 2010

Saint Joseph University , APRN, 2017
University of Rhode Island , MSN, 2013

Licensure

Rhode Island: APRN01539 - Massachusetts: PCNS-CND2383156

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Child mental health - Specialized strategies for common childhood disorders including attention issues, attachment problems, behavioral disorders, learning disorders, autism spectrum diagnoses, and feeding or elimination issues.

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Postpartum depression - Coping with persistent feelings of sadness, exhaustion, and/or being overwhelmed after the birth of a child; developing strategies for more positive thought patterns and behaviors.

Social anxiety - Helping clients increase confidence and ability to interact with others amidst fear of being judged, worry about embarrassment, or concern about offending others

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Immediate weekly appointments available.

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • BCBS HMO-Swedish Covent
  • Berklee College of Music Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO
  • Boston College Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
  • Brown University Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • Bryant University Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Harvard Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Johnson & Wales University Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • Johnson and Wales University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • Lesley University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • MIT Student and Affiliate Extended Insurance Plan (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Medicare (through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
  • Northeastern University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Optum
  • Providence College Student Health Insurance (Cigna)
  • RISD Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • Rhode Island College Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • Rhode Island College RIC Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
  • Rhode Island School of Design Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • Roger Williams University Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • University of Rhode Island (URI) Student Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • University of Rhode Island Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (15min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $150
  • Initial session:$350 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
  • IvyPay
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10min phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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