PMHNP
AP5267, Arizona
Wendy Aragaki
(She/Her/Hers)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
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Updated 30+ days ago
12 years in practice
Hello, I'm a dual certified Nurse Practitioner. My Patient Promise: To empower and support individuals on their journey to improved mental wellness.
As a proud Arizona native, I have had the honor of serving our community for over 12 years in various clinical settings as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. My dedication is providing compassionate, patient-centered, and cultrually sensistive care to individuals and families. As a mental health provider, I utlizize evidence-based treatments to support patients across the lifespan, working with children as young as 5 yrs and older, adolescents, and adults up to age 65. My approach focuses on partnering with patients and their families to create a healthier and more fulfilling path forward. Each patient I serve recieves individualized treatment tailored to their unique needs, ensuring the highest level of care. It is my privilege to support my patients on their journey to mental wellness and overall well-being.
Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Cisgender WomanLGBTQIA+ ally
Practice hours (MDT)
Sun
closed
Mon
closed
Tue
closed
Wed
12:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Thu
closed
Fri
closed
Sat
12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Accepts new patients after hospitalization for
- Manic episodes
- Severe depression
- Self-harming behavior
- Suicidal intent or a plan
- Psychosis (delusions and hallucinations)
- Escalating reckless or impulsive behavior
- Suicide attempt
- Eating disorders
- Severe emotional stress or trauma
Reserves times throughout the week for new clients after discharge from the hospital.
Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief and Loss
- Insomnia
- Medication Concerns
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Physical Stress
- Postpartum Depression
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- School Concerns
- Sexual Identity
- Sleep Concerns
- Social Anxiety
- Trauma
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Children (under 10)
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Medication Management
Treatments
- Medication Management
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Door can be opened easily
- Flat path to the front door
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
- Step-free entry
Getting around
- Elevators
- Wide hallways (36” or 90cm)
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Arizona
- All Savers UHC – Arizona
- Banner Health – Arizona
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Arizona
- Cigna – Arizona
- Humana – Arizona
- Medicare – Arizona
- United HealthCare – Arizona
- Sliding scale
- In-network insurance
- Documentation provided for patient filling
Payment methods
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
Credentials
Licenses
Certificates
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
American Nurses Credentialing Center
A PMHNP-BC (Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified) is a nurse practitioner who provides mental health care to adults, children, and families. They assess, diagnose, and treat people with specific mental health disorders or conditions.
Family Nurse Practitioner
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
FNP are primary care providers, they'll care for patients ranging from infants to the elderly and every age in between. Treating acute and chronic medical conditions.