Our therapists offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Silver Spring, MD

I am a mental health advocate and psychiatric nurse practitioner with 5+ years of experience helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more. I combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion to create safe spaces where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Focused on real results, strong connections, and breaking barriers in mental health care—one client at a time.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my approach is compassionate and collaborative. I combine psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive counseling to create treatment plans for each client's needs. I have experience with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, stress, and life transitions, emphasizing resilience and wellness.

I understand that reaching out may feel like an insurmountable step. I provide a safe space where you feel heard. Through psychiatric care, medication management, and emotional support, I help clients move toward balance and well-being. You do not have to face life's challenges alone—I would be honored to walk alongside you toward healing and growth.

I am Adeline Mangwa, PMHNP-BC, with over 16 years of experience in psychiatric and behavioral health care. I provide care across the lifespan, serving children, adolescents, and adults, and am dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based mental health and substance use treatment. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, addiction, and complex psychiatric conditions including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. My holistic approach emphasizes a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, empowering clients to openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.

I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy with psychiatric evaluations, medication management and crisis intervention to help clients build coping skills and achieve lasting change. As a Suboxone-certified provider, I combine medication-assisted treatment with therapeutic support to promote long-term recovery.

I chose mental health care out of a deep passion for advocacy, healing, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness. I am committed to walking alongside each client on their journey toward resilience, stability, and improved quality of life, helping them feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way.

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 28 years of healthcare experience and 10 years in mental health, caring for individuals from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults ages 10 and up experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, psychosis, behavioral challenges, substance use concerns, life transitions, grief, stress, relationship difficulties, and emotional distress. My goal is to provide individualized, compassionate care that supports each person's unique journey toward healing and recovery. 

My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, holistic, and evidence-based. I believe progress occurs when clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. I combine psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychoeducation, supportive therapy, and treatment planning to address each client's unique needs and goals. 

I understand that reaching out can feel overwhelming, and you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone. Healing is possible, growth is achievable, and positive change can begin with a single step. I would be honored to partner with you and invite you to schedule an appointment to begin your journey toward greater health, hope, and well-being.