Joseph Mwangi
PMHNP-BC
Licensed in the state of AZ and CA
Insurance accepted
Aetna
Cigna
Anthem
Oscar Health
and 10 more
Accepts new patients
Meet Joseph Mwangi
Compassionate, culturally informed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with great experience in Life span Mental Healthcare from psychotic disorder, mood, anxiety and ADHD disorders
Joseph Mwangi, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 21 years of experience in healthcare. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Joseph has treated a wide range of mental health disorders in various settings, including inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and community home visits.
Holding a Master's degree from Walden University, Joseph believes in a holistic approach to mental health. He combines medication management with therapeutic techniques to create individualized treatment plans for each patient. His goal is to foster self-discovery and personal growth through compassionate, patient-centered care.
Joseph is licensed to practice in both Arizona and California, offering services in places like Mercy Mental Health & Services and Samar HealthCare.
Holding a Master's degree from Walden University, Joseph believes in a holistic approach to mental health. He combines medication management with therapeutic techniques to create individualized treatment plans for each patient. His goal is to foster self-discovery and personal growth through compassionate, patient-centered care.
Joseph is licensed to practice in both Arizona and California, offering services in places like Mercy Mental Health & Services and Samar HealthCare.
Accepts new patients
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Psychiatric & Mental Health
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
ADHD
Substance abuse evaluation
Anger Management
Schizophrenia
Depression
Eating disorders
Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing for quality care
Choose the right type of service based on your needs and budget without compromising on the quality of care you receive.
Initial Visit
An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 mins session
Video or in-person visits
$180 /visit
Accept sliding scale
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Follow-up Visit
A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
30 mins session
Video visits only
$140 /visit
Accept sliding scale
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Prescription service
A prescription service appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the prescription service, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
30 mins session
Video visits only
$140 /visit
Accept sliding scale
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
Los Angeles Medical Center Hospital (Ingleside and Los Angeles Downtown Campus)
PMHNP-BC - Full-time
Jun 2024 - Present
Admit, perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluation/assessment, diagnose, formulate a treatment plan, prescribe medication, follow-up with the patients daily, and collaborate with other interdisciplinary groups on the care of acute mentally ill patients admitted involuntary hold from admission to discharge. Ensure patient discharge planning includes safe transfer back to the community in collaboration with the hospital case managers and social worker.View all
Mercy Mental Health & Services
PMHNP-BC - Self-employed
Mar 2024 - Present
-Provide virtual outpatient care for clients in the comfort of their homes.
-Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, formulate a diagnosis treatment plan, prescribe, write referrals as needed, on the initial assessment, and then follow up with the patient monthly for medication management and supportive psychotherapy.
-Refer patients for acute psychiatric hospitalization as needed for patients in crisis and follow-up as needed.
-Provide psychiatric care for patients with diagnoses such as psychotic dx schizophrenias'; mood disorders, including depression and bipolar, All types of anxieties, and ADHD for initial assessment and medication management. View all
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Valencia
CLINICAL REGISTERED NURSE (RN)/CHARGE NURSE - Full-time
Sep 2019 - Jan 2024
Provide Clinical RN duties, Charge Nurse, and perform a psychiatric evaluation for voluntary and involuntary holds in the Emergency Department and behavior health unit, writing holds and admitting patients with psychiatrist orders.
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Education
Walden University
Master of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Jul 2020 - May 2023
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“
Joseph 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 Joseph.
Appointment types
I accept video visits
Video visit
How to prepare for video visits and what to expect?
For a video visit, you will need a computer or smartphone equipped with a camera and microphone. Prior to your appointment, please use the link provided in your confirmation email to ensure that your device is compatible with the video visit. If you're using an iPhone, it's recommended that you access the visit through the Safari browser for optimal performance.