Destiny Helpers Psychiatric Associates LLC

Destiny Helpers Psychiatric Associates LLC Our mission “is to listen to people's mental health challenges and provide empowerment resources! I am currently in the process of obtaining my doctoral degree.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with licenses in Virginia and North Carolina. As a PMHNP, I strive to provide my patient's resources and treatment to empower them to achieve their life goals and to overcome psychiatric and mental health challenges. My career started as a community mental health nurse in Ghana where I worked for 6 years in a community outreach program for children. I moved on to complete my BSN degree at ODU and earned my master’s degree as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Walden University. I have a wide range of knowledge in the health field with over 20yrs experience and have worked in several departments including, ICU, community outreach, inpatient behavioral psychiatric unit, detox centers, outpatient psychiatric offices, and Veterans Affairs medical center in Hampton.

That's not because they don't need it. It's because of stigma. Or not knowing where to turn. Or thinking "it wasn't that...
04/15/2026

That's not because they don't need it. It's because of stigma. Or not knowing where to turn. Or thinking "it wasn't that bad." But trauma doesn't have to be "the worst" to be real. And you don't have to suffer in silence.

PTSD is treatable. You just have to take the first step.

Visit deshpa.org to schedule an appointment and start healing.

Avoiding people or places you used to love. Overwhelmed by everyday sounds or tasks. Guilt that isn't yours to carry. Sl...
04/14/2026

Avoiding people or places you used to love. Overwhelmed by everyday sounds or tasks. Guilt that isn't yours to carry. Sleep that never feels restful. Even self-harm. These aren't character flaws they're symptoms of trauma living in your nervous system.

You don't have to stay stuck in survival mode. Healing is possible.

Visit deshpa.org to schedule an appointment and start healing.

The flashbacks. The way your heart races at a loud noise. Feeling numb or on edge all the time. Avoiding places or peopl...
04/13/2026

The flashbacks. The way your heart races at a loud noise. Feeling numb or on edge all the time. Avoiding places or people you used to love. That's not weakness that's trauma. And it doesn't have to be permanent.

With trauma-informed, evidence-based care, you can find real relief and feel stable again.

Visit deshpa.org to schedule an appointment and start healing.

Stop fighting your brain start working with it. Exercise helps. Structure helps. Knowing your strengths helps most of al...
04/09/2026

Stop fighting your brain start working with it.
Exercise helps. Structure helps. Knowing your strengths helps most of all.

You're not broken. You just need tools that fit the way you think.

Visit deshpa.org to learn more or schedule an appointment.

When ADHD goes poorly treated, the risks are real  falling behind at work or school, strained relationships, low self-es...
04/08/2026

When ADHD goes poorly treated, the risks are real falling behind at work or school, strained relationships, low self-esteem, even accidents. And sometimes parents underestimate how serious it can get, which makes it harder to stick with treatment.

But here's the good news: ADHD is very manageable with the right support. You just need to start.

Visit deshpa.org to learn more or schedule an appointment today.

People with ADHD can focus — just not always on what they're supposed to. And no, kids don't just "grow out of it." Some...
04/07/2026

People with ADHD can focus — just not always on what they're supposed to. And no, kids don't just "grow out of it." Some of the most successful, creative people have ADHD. The difference is learning how your brain works, not fighting against it.

Stop believing the lies. Start working with your mind, not against it.

Visit deshpa.org to learn more or schedule an appointment.

A trigger leads to intense emotions, a snap judgment, an urge to act, and then regret. Over time, this cycle leaves you ...
04/06/2026

A trigger leads to intense emotions, a snap judgment, an urge to act, and then regret. Over time, this cycle leaves you feeling drained and stuck. Understanding the pattern is the first step toward changing it.

You deserve support that helps you find a better way. deshpa.org

“Every article I read about ADHD could just as easily be describing autism. How are they even different?”It’s a genuinel...
04/03/2026

“Every article I read about ADHD could just as easily be describing autism. How are they even different?”

It’s a genuinely good question.
The two conditions do share a lot of common ground, and even in clinical settings, the picture isn’t always clean.

So here’s an honest breakdown of what each condition actually is.

Click on the below to find the answer!

https://deshpa.org/is-adhd-a-form-of-autism-or-just-similar-symptoms/

If you feel like you're always underachieving, leave things to the last minute, struggle to focus, lose interest in hobb...
04/02/2026

If you feel like you're always underachieving, leave things to the last minute, struggle to focus, lose interest in hobbies, or spend hours looking for your belongings—it may not be laziness. It could be undiagnosed ADHD.

Understanding what's really going on is the first step toward real change. deshpa.org

Whether for a child or an adult, getting an accurate ADHD diagnosis is the first step toward real support. With personal...
04/01/2026

Whether for a child or an adult, getting an accurate ADHD diagnosis is the first step toward real support.

With personalized care plans, you get more than just a label—you get a clear path forward.

Ready to start your journey? Reach out today. deshpa.org

If you or someone you care about is struggling with keeping up with medication, feeling unsure about side effects, or ju...
03/31/2026

If you or someone you care about is struggling with keeping up with medication, feeling unsure about side effects, or just needs a little extra support—our team is here to help. You don't have to figure it out by yourself.

Reach out when you're ready. We've got you. deshpa.org

The right patient, right drug, right dose, right time—every detail matters. When all 7 Rs of medication management are i...
03/30/2026

The right patient, right drug, right dose, right time—every detail matters.

When all 7 Rs of medication management are in place, your treatment is safer, more effective, and truly tailored to you.

You deserve care that's precise and personal. deshpa.org

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700 Tech Center Pkwy Suite 200-90
Newport News, VA
23606

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 6pm
Tuesday 4pm - 6pm
Wednesday 4pm - 6pm
Thursday 4pm - 6pm
Friday 4pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+17578260346

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