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Hello, I’m Dr. Ben, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly 20 years of experience in mental health care. I provide compassionate, non-judgmental support for individuals and families facing anxiety, depression, stress, and other emotional challenges. My approach is evidence-based and personalized, creating treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs. I strive to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey toward a healthier, more balanced life. I am Licensed in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. I specialize in treating depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and anxiety. I provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management. During sessions, I take time to understand your concerns, symptoms, and history to create a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan that supports your mental wellness and recovery. What sets me apart is my compassionate, patient-centered approach to psychiatric care. I take time to truly listen, understand your experiences, and provide thoughtful evaluations and medication management. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or seeking support, you’re not alone—I welcome the opportunity to support you on your path to healing. Call or email Balanced Life and Counseling Services LLC now for a free 15-minute consultation - (410) 453-8543
Dr. Ben Ekwe, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatry

Services

  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Stress
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Mood Disorders
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation (DMDD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Social Anxiety
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Compulsive Behavior
  • Personality Disorder
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Fears/Phobias
  • Eating Disorders
  • Borderline Personality
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Approaches

  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family/Marital Therapy
  • Dialectical (DBT)

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Out of Pocket
  • Optima Health Plan
  • Access Behavioral Care
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Healthcare Partners
  • Managed Health Networks (MHN)
  • Optum
  • Wellcare HMO
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