Summary

About Benneth Ekwe, PMHNP-BC, APRN

Benneth Ekwe, PMHNP-BC, APRN, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of mental health experience at Balanced Life Behavioral Health and Counseling. He treats adults for depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders, providing thorough psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management. He offers care in person and via secure tele-mental health and is licensed in Maryland, Washington, DC.

Compassionate, Evidence-Based Care

Dr. Ben’s approach is personalized, respectful, and non-judgmental. He takes time to listen, understand your history and goals, and explain options in plain language. Treatment decisions are made together through shared decision-making so you feel informed, heard, and confident in your plan.

Conditions Treated and Services

  • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosis  
  • Medication management with education on risks, benefits, and alternatives  
  • Therapy and skills-focused support for adults  
  • Care for depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, stress, and related concerns  
  • Collaboration with outside therapists to align care plans  
  • In-person and tele-mental health appointments for flexible access

What New Clients Can Expect

New clients can expect a warm, clear, and collaborative process in a supportive setting. Sessions focus on understanding your concerns and past treatments to build an evidence-based plan tailored to your needs. Education and safety are central, and if controlled substances are part of care, routine labs may be used to support safe, responsible treatment.

Get Started

If you are feeling overwhelmed or ready for attentive, patient-centered support, schedule a consultation with Benneth Ekwe, PMHNP-BC, APRN, at Balanced Life Behavioral Health and Counseling TODAY. Begin a personalized treatment plan that helps you feel heard, supported, and on track toward a healthier, more balanced life.

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Office Location

Balanced Life Behavioral Health and Counseling

9821 Greenbelt Rd Ste 207Lanham, MD 20706
Mon11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat11:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Igbo
  • Walden University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
  • 4 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Health & Social Services
  • Depression
  • Family Psychiatry
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Mental Health
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027 and Registered Nurse with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

University

Graduated from Walden University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing and The University of Science, Arts, and Technology, PhD in Biomedical Sciences.

NPI Number

Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN's NPI number is 1114690096.

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Where is Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN's office located?
Benneth Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP, APRN's office is located at 9821 Greenbelt Rd Ste 207, Lanham, MD, 20706.
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