Amaka Orji

Hi, I’m Amaka—and I get it.

I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner and I work with college students who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—even if they’re doing everything “right” on the outside. If you’re juggling academic pressure, family expectations, financial stress, or just trying to figure out who you are, you’re not alone.

Like many students, I am a First-Generation American. I understand the pressure of trying to meet everyone else’s expectations. You might be navigating cultural stigma around mental health, feeling like you have to hold it all together, or struggling to find a provider who gets it without you having to explain everything first.

You may have seen someone before and left feeling rushed or unheard. That won’t happen here. I take a thoughtful, collaborative, and culturally sensitive approach—looking at the whole picture, not just the symptoms. And sometimes, we’ll just talk about life. You deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are.

Together, we’ll work on easing anxiety and depression, setting boundaries, building self-trust, and finding a sense of purpose. If medication is part of your treatment, I’ll be mindful and intentional in how I prescribe—always taking the time to discuss what feels right for you. Whether this is your first time reaching out for help or you're ready to try again, I’m here—and I see you.