Dr. Rafia Grooms
PMHNP-BC
Licensed in the state of NJ
Insurance accepted
Aetna
Humana
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
and 3 more
Accepts new patients
Meet Rafia Grooms
I am a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitoner
Dr. Rafia Grooms, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Nurse Practitioner
Hello! I’m Dr. Rafia Grooms, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), deeply committed to guiding individuals and families toward better physical and mental health. With over a decade of experience in clinical care, I blend medical knowledge with compassionate, patient-centered support to help you reach your health and wellness goals.
I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Temple University and completed my PMHNP certification at LaSalle University. I specialize in treating children (ages 3 and up), adolescents, and adults, offering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning.
My practice focuses on building meaningful, therapeutic relationships. I prioritize clear communication, patient education, and collaborative care—ensuring every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, or simply need a safe space to explore your mental health, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll work toward a healthier, more balanced future.
Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Nurse Practitioner
Hello! I’m Dr. Rafia Grooms, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), deeply committed to guiding individuals and families toward better physical and mental health. With over a decade of experience in clinical care, I blend medical knowledge with compassionate, patient-centered support to help you reach your health and wellness goals.
I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Temple University and completed my PMHNP certification at LaSalle University. I specialize in treating children (ages 3 and up), adolescents, and adults, offering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning.
My practice focuses on building meaningful, therapeutic relationships. I prioritize clear communication, patient education, and collaborative care—ensuring every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, or simply need a safe space to explore your mental health, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll work toward a healthier, more balanced future.
Accepts new patients
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Psychiatric & Mental Health
Counseling & Therapy
Weight Loss
Preventive & Primary Care
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
Relapse prevention
Chronic pain management
Weight loss consultation
Fibromyalgia
Vertigo
Laryngitis
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
Excel Medical Center
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Mar 2018 - Dec 2018
I serve a multi-cultural population with multiple complex diseases .
i diagnose and treat several mental health problems.
my specialize in weight loss management, mental health problems and acute and chronic medical problemsView all
Education
Temple University
Doctorate of DNP-FNP - family nurse practitioner
Jan 2012 - May 2017
Get the support you need with a personalized treatment plan and flexible scheduling online or in person.
Ratings & Reviews
Here is what my patients said about me
98%
of patients said
“I feel better now after the treatment“
83%
of patients said
“I was treated with good care and respect“
93%
of patients said
“I understood the treatment plan“
Rafia did a great job of informing me about my options and was able to answer my questions about medications. I look forward to my follow-up with Rafia.