Gladys Agiriga Anokam, Counselor/Therapist
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Gladys Agiriga Anokam

Nurse Practitioner

Tele-Health Provider Baltimore MD, 21206
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About

Hello, I’m Dr. Gladys Anokam, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MSN, APRN, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 35 years of nursing experience. My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized mental health care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more, using a combination of therapy and medication management to help patients thrive.

 

At Gladell Mental Wellness, my practice emphasizes preventive care and fosters collaboration to ensure patients have access to essential community resources. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and reducing hospital admissions by offering support, education, and evidence-based treatment.

 

In every interaction, I strive to empower patients to enhance their quality of life and achieve optimal mental well-being.

 

Treatment philosophy:

 

I believe in individualized care, recognizing each person's uniqueness and strengths. By integrating therapy, medication, and tools like GeneSight testing, I strive to guide patients toward a tailored treatment approach. I emphasize understanding mental health, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life. Patient and family involvement are key aspects of my practice, fostering a supportive environment for long-term well-being.

Education and Training

University of Phoenix Bachelor of Nursing 2009

Western Governors University Master of Nursing 2018

Regis College Master of Nurse Practitioner 2021

Frontier Nursing University Doctorate of Nursing 2024

Provider Details

Female English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Mental HealthPsychiatryBehavioral MedicineAddiction MedicineAddictionADHDAnger ManagementAnxietyBehavioral therapyBipolar disordersCo-occurring disordersDepressionEating disordersGeriatric PsychiatryInsomniaMood disordersObsessive-CompulsivePanic attacksPersonality disordersSchizophreniaSubstance abuseTrauma and PTSDCognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT)Culturally SensitiveHumanisticMedication managementMindfulness-Based(MBCT)Motivational interviewingCoachingCounselingPerson-FocusedTrauma-Focused

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Staff Nurse United Medical Center 1995 - 2021
  • PMHNP Galaxy Medical Center with Mental Health 2022 - Present

Gladys Agiriga Anokam's Practice location

Gladell Mental Wellness LLC

Tele-Health Provider -
Baltimore, MD 21206
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New patients: 410-656-2535
https://www.kiwihealth.com/provider/MD/Upper-Marlboro/Gladys-Anokam

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