OLUBUKOLA SHODIYA, NP — Psychiatrist in Illinois

Hi there, I'm OLUBUKOLA!

As an advocate for mental health, I am deeply committed to fostering understanding, support, and resources for individuals facing mental health challenges.

My focus

I work closely with clients navigating challenges such as depression, trauma, and ADHD. Through meticulous medication management, my goal is to facilitate a gradual alleviation of symptoms typically within the first month, ensuring sustained improvement over time.

My approach

I believe in taking a patient-centered approach to medication management in mental healthcare. This involves assessing, prescribing, monitoring, and educating patients on psychotropic medications while integrating a holistic understanding of mental health treatment.

My communication style

I try to create an environment that is supportive, nonjudgmental, and patient-centered. My approach is built on compassion, collaboration, and trust, ensuring that my patients feel heard, validated, and empowered in their mental health journey.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am drawn to mental healthcare because I am purpose-driven and passionate about helping others navigate mental health challenges.

My goals for you

I choose a collaborative, patient-centered approach to goal setting, ensuring that treatment aligns with the patient's values, needs, and capabilities. Goals focus on mental health improvement, medication management, lifestyle changes, and overall well-being.

Our first session

Our first appointment is typically a comprehensive assessment that lays the foundation for treatment. Patients can expect a thorough, patient-centered, and supportive conversation focused on understanding their mental health history, current symptoms, and treatment goals.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Psychosis

Schizophrenia

Sleep or Insomnia

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Focus populations

Single Mother

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Types of care

Psychiatry
Medication Management

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Nursing (MN) from Walden University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

OLUBUKOLA SHODIYA