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Yaa Brago(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
TexasColoradoRhode IslandVermont
ADHD- Anxiety -Bipolar disorder- Depression-Drug addiction & abuse-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-

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Professional statement

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, her clientele consists of individuals seeking mental health support across a broad spectrum of conditions and concerns. From mood disorders like depression anxiety to more severe conditions such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, she provides comprehensive care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Additionally, she works with individuals facing challenges related to trauma, substance abuse, or adjustment disorders, offering compassionate and evidence-based interventions to promote healing and resilience.

In her therapy approach, she employs a holistic and collaborative model that integrates medication management with psychotherapy techniques. Recognizing the importance of addressing both the biological and psychosocial aspects of mental illness, she emphasizes a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, or modalities. By fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and respect, she empowers her clients to actively participate in their healing journey and achieve meaningful improvements in their mental health and overall well-being.

With a background in psychiatric nursing and advanced training in mental health assessment and treatment, she brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing degree and is licensed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Her professional experience includes working in various clinical settings, including community mental health centers, hospitals, and private practices. Through ongoing education and professional development, she stays abreast of the latest research and best practices in psychiatric care, ensuring that her clients receive the highest standard of care.

Her office is conveniently located in 2100 N HWY 360 GRAND Prairie TX 75050, providing easy access for individuals seeking mental health services in the area. In addition to in-person appointments, she also offers telepsychiatry services for clients who prefer remote sessions or have difficulty attending in-person visits.


Message to clients

It is so relieving to find someone you can trust to share your personal thoughts and feelings with without receiving any criticism or judgmental. Hear at Harmony, we are open to listen to our clients needs at where they're in their journey and in collaboration with our Clients develop a patient center plan of care to focus on your individual needs. At Harmony we believe in "one doesn't fit all approach " as each Client or Individual is unique and needs are different from each other. Come see us either in-person or via tele visit and experienced compassionate care with respect and evidence based research approach.


Work and Education

DPC, PMHNP
Balanced Mind behavior , PMHNP
Parkland Hospital, Senior Psychiatric Nurse

Walden University, PMHNP-MSN, 2022

Licensure

Texas: 1094957 - Vermont: 101.0136574 - Colorado: 0101529 - Rhode Island: APRN 03547

Supervisor: Samuel Carli, MD(MD S4450)


Languages

Akan, English

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)

Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine

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

Drug addiction & abuse - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on drugs; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past




Clientele

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

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in TX)
  • Amerigroup (in-network in TX)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in TX)
  • Carelon (in-network in TX)
  • Cigna (in-network in TX)
  • Colorado State University Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) (in-network in TX)
  • Humana (in-network in TX)
  • Magellan Health (in-network in TX)
  • Medicaid (in-network in TX)
  • Medicare (in-network in TX)
  • Multiplan or PHCS (in-network in TX)
  • Texas A&M University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas) (in-network in TX)
  • Tricare (in-network in TX)
  • UMR (in-network in TX)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in TX)
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan (in-network in TX)
  • University of Colorado Boulder Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) (in-network in TX)
  • University of Colorado Denver Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare) (in-network in TX)
  • University of Houston Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas) (in-network in TX)
  • University of Texas at Austin Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas) (in-network in TX)
  • Wellpoint Military Care (in-network in TX)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$250 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$150 - $250

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
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Zelle
Session frequency

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

  • Monthly
  • As needed
Therapist's note

We accept Cash pay, Zelle, PayPal, credit and debit card and insurance. Fees must be paid before visit session or on day of appointment .