Edena Walden, NP — Psychiatrist in New Jersey

Hi there, I'm Edena!

I work with patients from teens through adulthood on issues such as anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, and ADHD in a culturally sensitive way.

My focus

Most of my patients are late high school, college-aged, or working adults looking to improve their quality of life. Whether they're looking for a new provider to continue their current medications or are not quite sure what's going on, I'm here to help diagnose and treat ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.

My approach

I work with patients to develop a plan of care that meets their goals. I typically use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive and Solution-Focused approaches.

My communication style

I tend to be less formal, which can sometimes help patients feel more comfortable. I try to use humor and normalize appropriate situations, so patients feel heard and understood.

My journey to mental healthcare

While working in public health, I continued my education with a nursing degree, transitioning from population-based health to individuals. I started my nursing career with incarcerated individuals, then moved to substance abuse. Mental health is prevalent in both populations. I enjoy helping people and empowering them to help themselves.

My goals for you

By collecting a thorough history, I can help patients identify areas we can target for improvement. I help them to set measurable goals that determine progress. But ultimately, it's up to the patient what the goals are.

Our first session

During the first session, I'll review your developmental, social, and medical history, current symptoms, medication trials, if any, and current medications. The first session is typically 45 minutes to an hour.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

+ 9 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

+ 2 more

Types of care

Psychiatry
Medication Management

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

+ 24 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in PMHNP from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and a Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) in Public Health from Temple University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Edena Walden