Dr. Bernadette Ejiogu Onuoha MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
12808 West Airport Blvd. Suite 250 Sugarland Texas, 77478About
Dr. Bernadette Onuoha is a psychiatrist practicing in Sugarland, Texas. Dr. Onuoha is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Onuoha diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Onuoha may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Onuoha treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife
Univ Of Ife- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ife- Nigeria 1983
Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences 1983
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 1982
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Dr. Bernadette Ejiogu Onuoha MD's Expert Contributions
Depression symptoms?
Sorry that you’re having these symptoms . Sleep is essential for everyone and especially so for children and adolescents. Lack of sleep can be caused by many conditions. I will suggest you talk to your parents about your symptoms and have them get an appointment with your pediatrician to further explore your symptoms. Your pediatrician will either treat your condition or make the appropriate referrals if needed. Your parents might also want to make an appointment for you with a child and adolescent psychiatrist if you’re feeling down to get you evaluated. Wishing you good health. READ MORE
I am feeling better with just my anti-anxiety medications. Do I still require counseling?
Good to know that you’re feeling better. Medication and counseling both work individually. However, the combination works better by treating the symptoms and helping you learn skills to recognize and manage your stress which might help mitigate future mood episodes. Discuss your options with your psychiatrist. Good luck. READ MORE
Privacy and confidentiality with caregivers
This will be best addressed if he is willing and able (competent) to give a power of attorney for medical decisions to you. You may want to discuss this with family and seek legal counsel. His psychiatrist may also be able to assist with the discussion. Good luck. READ MORE
I think I started binge eating. Is it a mental disorder?
It will be nice to see a mental health provider to discuss your problem. Chances are that it might be just a phase, an eating problem, or a symptom of another yet unidentifed condition. Good luck. READ MORE
I think I may be depressed. What do I do?
Talk to your PCP about your symptoms or make an appointment with a mental health provider to review all your options. All the best. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Board Member with Local Mental Health for the Community -
- Does Local Patient Speaking, CEU Speaking -
Internships
- Obstetrics and Pediatrics Internship in Nigeria
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association, Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians, American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Texas Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Harris County Medical Society, Texas Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- She Regularly Publishes a Blog
What do you attribute your success to?
- Her parents and their focus on education. Her father was an educator.
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