Now Accepting New Patients
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Same day appointments now
available during office hours.

Healing Minds,
Empowering Lives.

We are currently offering specials for self-pay patients.

14+ Years Health Care Experience

Patient centered critical care expertise

All Ages Served

Children, teens, adults & seniors

In-Person & Telehealth

El Paso TX & Las Cruces NM

Board-Certified PMHNP

ANCC-certified & multi-state licensed

What We Offer

Comprehensive Psychiatric
Care

From the youngest patients to our oldest — Afoma provides expert psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing medication management across every stage of life.

General Mental Health

Broad psychiatric support for those experiencing significant life transitions, substance use concerns, eating and weight concerns, insomnia, and behavioral health challenges at any age.

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Specialized psychiatric care for children age 6 and above, and teenagers, including evaluation and treatment for ADHD, behavioral disorders, autism symptom management, anxiety, and mood disorders.

Medication Management

Evidence-based psychiatric medication evaluation, prescription, monitoring, and adjustment — with thorough patient education so you understand exactly what you're taking and why.

Geriatric Psychiatry

Thoughtful, patient-centered psychiatric care for older adults — addressing late-life depression, anxiety, cognitive changes, sleep disorders, and age-related mental health challenges.

Adult Psychiatry

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more.

Telehealth

Secure, HIPAA-compliant video appointments available statewide across Texas and New Mexico. Same quality care as in-person — from the comfort of your home or office.

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Initial Evaluation (60 min) · Follow-Up Visit (30 min)

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Meet Your Provider

Afoma Nwankwo, PMHNP-BC

I am Afoma Nwankwo, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience working with patients across the lifespan — from children and adolescents to adults and seniors — in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

My practice is grounded in one belief: mental illness is not a personal failure. I combine evidence-based pharmacotherapy with genuine compassion, ensuring every patient feels seen, heard, and supported — without stigma or judgment.

I strongly believe in not letting your struggle become your identity. A healthy mind is the greatest gift. Let us walk towards recovery together.

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Afoma Nwankwo, PMHNP-BC APRN

What We Treat

We Treat a Wide Range of Conditions

Afoma provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management across a comprehensive range of mental health and behavioral conditions for patients aged 6 and above.

Depression

Bipolar Disorder

PTSD & Trauma

Mood Disorders

Sleep & Insomnia

Also treating: Autism symptoms, Eating disorders, Substance use disorders, Alcohol use disorders, Schizophrenia, Behavioral disorders, and more.

We're Here for You

Our Testimonials

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Lourdes Perez
14:31 10 Apr 26
I highly recommend Afoma Joy Nwankwo as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She is compassionate, attentive, and truly dedicated to providing high-quality care. She takes the time to understand each individual’s needs, communicates clearly, and approaches treatment with thoughtfulness and professionalism. She is a dependable and skilled provider who I would confidently recommend to anyone seeking mental health care.
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Gaucin Rivera
04:10 10 Apr 26
Very helpful clinic!!!! I love the support and the patience of the staff!!! Thank you for your help and kindness!!!
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SM Painting
01:47 10 Apr 26
Dr. Nwankwo and her staff were very kind and professional, i would defenitly recommend this clinic.
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Eric
11:51 09 Apr 26
Joy is very kind and helpful
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R B
03:47 09 Apr 26
The clinic is clean and calm, and the front office staff is professional and helpful.

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Coverage

We Accept Most Major Insurance

We work with a wide range of insurance plans to make care accessible. Always verify your specific benefits before your first appointment — coverage varies by plan.

Texas Insurance:

✓ More insurance plans coming soon!
✓ Self-Pay Accepted
✓ Credit & Debit Cards

New Mexico Insurance:

✓ More insurance plans coming soon!
✓ Self-Pay Accepted
✓ Credit & Debit Cards

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