Chika Akwiwu Verified Provider

Chika Akwiwu is a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Phoenix, Arizona offering online mental health care across the lifespan. Her practice specializes in ADHD, anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD and substance use. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and medication management.

With nine years of experience, she provides faith sensitive care for Christian clients while welcoming people of all backgrounds and brings unique expertise supporting aviation professionals and individuals living with HIV/AIDS.

What services does Chika provide?

Chika offers psychiatric evaluation, medication management and therapy for a wide range of mental health conditions including ADHD and anxiety, depression and trauma, bipolar disorder and OCD, substance use and anger management, grief, sleep issues and eating disorders. She uses therapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing tailored to each client’s goals.

Who can receive care?

She works with clients across the entire lifespan including children, teens and preteens, adults, and seniors. Her practice welcomes individuals from all backgrounds with specialized understanding of aviation professionals, people living with HIV/AIDS and racial justice advocates.

Is care available online?

Yes, Chika provides online only telehealth services, allowing clients throughout Arizona to access psychiatric care from the comfort and privacy of their own space.

What about insurance and fees?

Initial sessions are $300 and standard follow up visits are $150. She accepts many major insurance plans including Aetna and Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield and Cigna, Humana and Medicare, Optum and UnitedHealthcare. A sliding scale may be available for those who qualify based on financial need.