Olushola Balogun, aka "Shola" MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a highly experienced and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 17 years of expertise in the medical field, including the last 7 years dedicated to mental health. Shola’s extensive background includes inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, rehabilitation, corrections, and psychotherapy.
Shola believes that mental health deserves the same level of care and attention as physical health. He conducts thorough psychiatric evaluations to diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Routine follow-up visits ensure ongoing monitoring of symptoms and medication effectiveness, optimizing patient outcomes. Shola focuses on providing holistic, evidence-based care that takes into consideration the social, cultural, and preventive aspects of mental health. He believes in combining medication management and appropriate psychotherapy to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
Offering a comprehensive range of therapeutic interventions, Shola specializes in education, medication management, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for individuals aged 13 to older adults 65+, creating a positive and healing environment for clients and their families. Shola treats everyone with respect, dignity, and compassion, embodying a patient-centered care philosophy that empowers his clients and considers all effective treatment strategies.
Shola is committed to fostering a warm, safe, and judgment-free environment where clients can feel secure and supported on their journey to mental wellness. Trust Shola Balogun to provide the expert care and compassionate support you need to achieve better mental health and an improved quality of life.
Licensed to practice in: Iowa, New Mexico, Texas