About Waterside Psychiatry

Waterside Psychiatry provides exceptional mental health services for adolescents and adults in Suffolk, Virginia, and beyond. Through their modern online telehealth platform Chika Ogbolu, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC and Dr. Uche Umejei, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC offer unmatched mental health care. Waterside Psychiatry believes that optimized mental health is a combination of mind, body, and spiritual wellness.

The team at Waterside Psychiatry feels their patients are the real superheroes, battling daily challenges. They know it’s important to have a safe space for mental health, to receive quality care free of judgment and biases. The team uses a holistic approach to treat patients, with the goal of providing the ideal balance of medication management and quality time, so that each individual gets the care they deserve. Waterside Psychiatry provides guidance and support to help their patients navigate the challenges of the world and overcome obstacles that life may bring.   

The dedicated team is known for their sharp diagnostic abilities, astute listening skills, and attention to detail. They assist people in the assessment and management of common mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADD/ADHD. The team is also available to do gene testing.

The team approaches each patient with empathy and understanding when prescribing medications for conditions like borderline personality disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They offer comprehensive medication management services to lower risk factors for side effects, drug abuse, and overdose.

In addition to addressing mental wellness, the Waterside Psychiatry team also specializes in diagnosing and treating developmental and behavioral conditions in adults and teens. They offer evaluations and customized treatment plans for conditions like autism and postpartum depression.

The telehealth platform gives individuals access to high-quality mental health care no matter where they are, and there’s no need to travel to an office to receive treatment. The team utilizes electronic health records to track and coordinate ongoing care.

To schedule a consultation with the team at Waterside Psychiatry, call the office today or book an appointment online. Waterside Psychiatry is always here for you.