What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.94
“My visits with Joy go very well. I’m very fortunate and blessed to have Joy as my mental health provider. She takes care of me very well. And she is usually easy to get ahold of should I need help or a prescription refill.
I thank God for Joy every day. ”
DWLess than 3 months ago
“Dr. Joy and the telehealth sessions are just what I need in my battle with depression and anxiety. Joy is very knowledgeable and understanding in her treatment of me. She prescribes the medication that I need, and she along with my pharmacy keep me well supplied. Joy is fairly easy to get a hold of when I need her. She truly cares about me.”
DWLess than 3 months ago
About Joy Eghaghe
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Mental Health Consultation
Anger Management
Depression
Mood Disorders
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Men's Mental Health Issues
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Families
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Asian, Black or African American
Languages spoken
Afrikaans, English
Getting to know Joy Eghaghe
At Optimum Therapy and Consults, LLC, I lead a psychiatric and mental health practice grounded in clinical excellence, cultural responsiveness, and compassionate human connection. As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority, I am committed to advancing holistic, evidence-based care that treats the individual not just the diagnosis.
My approach to mental wellness integrates advanced psychopharmacology with psychotherapeutic methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care. This multidimensional framework allows me to deliver personalized, data driven, and outcomes-focused treatment that promotes long-term healing and resilience.
I provide care for adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar and psychotic disorders, ADHD, OCD, and complex trauma. I also support individuals navigating grief, loss, and major life transitions. My clinical focus extends beyond symptom relief to the restoration of identity, meaning, and self-efficacy.
Graduating with honors from Walden University with a Master of Science in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, I founded Optimum Therapy and Consults to bridge gaps in mental health access and equity. I am deeply passionate about dismantling stigma, promoting culturally sensitive care, and empowering each client to participate actively in their journey toward recovery.
I view mental health as both a science and an art, the science of neurobiology and evidence-based practice, and the art of empathy, presence, and genuine human connection. My goal is to create a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust, insight, and transformation.
At Optimum Therapy and Consults, mental health is not a destination but a dynamic process of growth, balance, and self-discovery. Together, we will make it !!
Mental health is our business!
What should a new client know about working with you?
Working with me means entering a space of safety, respect, and collaboration. I view each client as a unique individual not a diagnosis and I tailor every treatment plan to reflect your personal story, strengths, and goals. You can expect a therapeutic partnership grounded in transparency, compassion, and mutual trust.
Our work together begins with a comprehensive assessment that explores both the challenges you face and the resilience you possess. From there, we will build a plan that integrates evidence based medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle approaches to support your mental and emotional wellness.
I believe healing is a process, not a destination. Progress often unfolds gradually, and consistency matters. You will be heard, supported, and guided every step of the way., with the assurance that your care is grounded in science, cultural awareness, and genuine empathy.
Most importantly, know that I am fully invested in your success. My goal is not only to reduce symptoms but to help you rediscover clarity, confidence, and balance in your daily life. Together, we will do the intentional work that leads to lasting transformation.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My process begins with a comprehensive initial evaluation designed to understand the full scope of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. During this first session, I take time to listen carefully to your story., your history, experiences, and goals so that we can establish a clear clinical picture and determine the most effective plan of care.
After the evaluation, we collaborate to create an individualized treatment plan that may include medication management, evidence-based psychotherapy, and lifestyle or mindfulness strategies. My goal is to ensure that every aspect of your care is personalized, transparent, and aligned with your comfort level and preferences.
Follow-up sessions are structured yet flexible, focusing on ongoing assessment, medication adjustments (if needed), and therapeutic reflection. I emphasize education and shared decision-making, empowering you to understand your treatment options and play an active role in your journey.
Throughout our work together, I maintain open communication and encourage feedback. Progress is monitored not only by symptom improvement but by your overall sense of balance, confidence, and functionality.
Ultimately, my process is collaborative, intentional, and rooted in trust. I view each session as part of a continuum of healing a partnership dedicated to helping you achieve sustained mental wellness and live with clarity, purpose, and peace.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $300 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 45 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
Office location
Joy Eghaghe, NP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Howard County General Hospital
- Sinai Hospital
- University of Maryland Medical Center
- University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center
Education and training
- Walden University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
NPI number
1376266825
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.94
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207 reviews
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This was my first time using zocdoc. I loved how easy it's was to book and my doctor was very nice and helpful!
October 13, 2025Sarnair B.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very pleasant, listened to my concerns and gave great feedback. I’m looking forward to my next appointment.
Less than 1 year agoNW
I love Dr Joy! She takes her time with you listens and doesn't push. She really cares about you and your mental health.
More than 1 year agoKF
Works hard to get to the source of the problem. And to try to make sure all medication is working for me .
Less than 1 year agoTP
I felt like I was heard. Appropriate questions were asked for her to get to know me.
January 28, 2026Bernadette S.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience and got an appointment within 3 days! Joy is a great listener and I already feel better from my first visit!
February 7, 2024Vanessa F.Verified patientVideo visit
For our first meeting Dr. Joy was an active listener and allowing me the time and space to develop my thoughts
January 6, 2025Dominique H.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Joy is amazing! She is a great listener and help turn negative thoughts into positive ones.
More than 1 year agoKF
Great listener and excited to work with Joy on my mental health journey
September 17, 2025Sydney M.Verified patientVideo visit
Joy is awesome!! I am so glad that I found a provider that actually listens! She is truly a godsend!
July 16, 2024Jennifer H.Verified patientVideo visit
I love my therapist!! She’s the best! She really cares about my mental well being!!
March 30, 2025Markia R.Verified patientVideo visit
Joy was excellent. I felt comfortable and the recommendations have been effective.
March 31, 2025Rachelle G.Verified patientVideo visit
She was amazing. I felt very comfortable speaking with her and opening up to her.
March 22, 2025Nancy M R.Verified patientVideo visit
She was so sweet amazing reassuring and listened to all my concerns definitely coming back!
August 1, 2024Tamara D.Verified patientVideo visit
I am extremely happy with my provider and cannot wait to start this journey with her. ?? (4444)
February 14, 2024Jennifer J.Verified patientVideo visit
She is truly amazing . She helps you really dig deep and think. She’s very understanding !!
June 4, 2024Destiny G.Verified patientVideo visit
She allowed me to begin to unpack some long held beliefs
Less than 1 year agoJK
Dr. Joy is truly amazing. She makes you feel comfortable and easy to communicate.
More than 1 year agoBianca K.Verified patientVideo visit
She was great!!! I would definitely recommend 100%. Great listener, great advice!
March 1, 2024Markia R.Verified patientVideo visit
Excellent professional personable trust worthy????
August 13, 2025Jacqueline L.Verified patientVideo visit
I appre her compassion and empathy and her listening and no judgement
More than 1 year agoAM
My appointment was great. The therapist was really nice and gentle with me.
May 21, 2024Aayana Z.Verified patientVideo visit
I love her! Very thorough! Great listener! Ask detailed questions to help.
March 14, 2024Tromeka F.Verified patientVideo visit
Very nice and professional! Made the whole thing very comfortable for me
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I got an appointment quickly and it was a smooth process.
More than 1 year agoCT
Loved her so much! So caring and attentive and amazing.
More than 1 year agoOS
Good first meeting, looking forward to the next one
March 25, 2024Tevon C.Verified patientVideo visit
Awesome experience. I’m so glad that I called her.
March 16, 2024Brittany M.Verified patientVideo visit
My visits with Joy go very well. I’m very fortunate and blessed to have Joy as my mental health provider. She takes care of me very well. And she is usually easy to get ahold of should I need help or a prescription refill.
I thank God for Joy every day.
Less than 3 months agoDW
Dr. Joy and the telehealth sessions are just what I need in my battle with depression and anxiety. Joy is very knowledgeable and understanding in her treatment of me. She prescribes the medication that I need, and she along with my pharmacy keep me well supplied. Joy is fairly easy to get a hold of when I need her. She truly cares about me.
Less than 3 months agoDW
Dr.Joy is an insightful, compassionate, and attentive listener. Always makes me connect my thoughts and behaviors to my past lived events so that I can understand the "why." She redirects my negative thoughts into positive ones. Reminds me of my strengths and motivates me to be a better version of myself. I joined in January 2025 and I have seen such a positive change in my mental health.
Less than 3 months agoAP
This was my second session.The first session felt standard intake.However, during the second session, While I was responding to her questions, I could clearly see in the reflection of her large clear-framed glasses that she was scrolling through an online shopping catalog. This went on repeatedly for approximately 10–15 min. Each time she asked a question& I began answering, she would scroll again.When I expressed that it was distracting to see her shopping while I was speaking, she appeared startled and quickly said she had “multiple screens up.” However, the reflection was visibly an online retail page.
Instead of apologizing or taking accountability, the tone shifted. She suggested ending the session so as not to “waste time,” and later made a condescending remark that I “seem like I have all the answers.” There was no acknowledgment of how unprofessional and dismissive this behavior was. Therapy requires presence, attentiveness I would not recommend her based on this interaction.
February 20, 2026Shaliyah S.Verified patientVideo visit
I had an amazing experience and what stood out is the amount of the encouragement my provider gave to me and I’m going back in two weeks
February 14, 2026Alice M.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a fantastic appointment with Joy Eghaghe. From the moment the visit started, I felt completely at ease. She is incredibly warm and easy to talk to, but also very professional. She took the time to listen to my history and concerns without making me feel rushed. It’s rare to find a provider who combines medical expertise with such genuine kindness. I highly recommend her.
Less than 6 months agoET
I did not mesh very well with this counselor. She seem to be nice however it felt more like we had to get questions that were mandatory which I understand that, but the emphysema felt more force, and some subjects felt like lectures , I lost trust after I felt uncomfortable and I feel like We weren’t a good match.
October 16, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
My first experience was awesome. She was attentive to my feelings. She listened and did not interrupt while I was talking. She was very positive and very complimentary.
August 9, 2025Nicola P.Verified patientVideo visit
Joy is an involved NP. She not only cares about your medication management, she also wants to know how her patients are doing.
Less than 1 year agoKG
Joy is extremely insightful and professional, and has helped bring new perspectives to situations I am experiencing. She is not there to solve problems but to help me find the best solutions for myself. I look forward our visits, and, when needed, she has been able to find time for additional appointments. I greatly appreciate her expertise and value her insight. Even when we are not in total agreement, I always appreciate her perspective
Less than 1 year agoKZ
She took her time and listened to me. That’s something I truly appreciate. I like that she didn’t offer medication as soon as we started our session.
July 26, 2025Tiffany M.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Joy was very pleasant, attentive, and nurturing, as well as very honest. Introduced concepts and treatment issues that i hadn’t even considered. Ive only had one visit with her but i look forward to following up!
July 8, 2025James U.Verified patientVideo visit
Such a wonderful experience. I actually felt heard and understood after so many years of battling on my own. I am very happy to have found Joy and to be under her care.
June 19, 2025Adilia J.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Joy is very knowledgeable and very friendly, she makes me feel safe and heard when during our session. She is very honest and displays how she cares about her patients. I looking forward to our next sessions!
June 7, 2025Yolande M.Verified patientVideo visit
Great overall experience!
April 15, 2025Arnitra H.Verified patientVideo visit
This is my first appointment and the process was smooth and efficient. Joy was very attentive, informative , and reassuring of my concerns . We came up with a treatment plan moving forward & I am excited for this healing journey.
April 12, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
I’m not only excited to talk her, she’s excited to talk to me. Very intentional with her advice and motivating when we have our sessions.
More than 1 year agoTD
My first appointment via zocdoc with Dr.Eghaghe went exceedingly well.
I made a mistake about our first appointment, but Dr.Eghaghe was patient and kind and set up a date to fit me in her schedule. Throughout the call, she was extremely compassionate and I felt safe and heard. Thank you so much.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Joy is super nice and compassionate! She is a great listener! I was feeling down before my visit & after speaking with her I felt alot better mentally! This was only my first visit and I had a instinct connection with her! I can’t wait to speak with her again! Definitely a 10/10! I would definitely recommend!
More than 1 year agoCL
Very good listener, een though I interrupted her several times (sorry). Easy to communicate with, and feel comfortable doing so, even at an initial visit. Hopefully will be a long time patient!
More than 1 year agoRT
So far so good. Seemed like she truly listened and was honest about what to expect going forward, which is rare in any specialty anymore.
November 29, 2024Richard T.Verified patientVideo visit
Patient, balanced and God sent,
More than 1 year agoAC
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Which hospital is Joy Eghaghe affiliated with?
Joy Eghaghe is affiliated with Howard County General Hospital, Sinai Hospital, and University of Maryland Medical Center.
What practice does Joy Eghaghe work with?
Joy Eghaghe works with Optimum Therapy & Consults.
Where is Joy Eghaghe's office located?
Joy Eghaghe has 2 office locations in Ellicott City, view full addresses on Joy Eghaghe's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Joy Eghaghe?
Joy Eghaghe frequently sees patients for Illness, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Joy Eghaghe on their profile.
What languages does Joy Eghaghe speak?
Joy Eghaghe speaks English, French, Afrikaans, Yoruba, and Igbo.
How do patients rate Joy Eghaghe in reviews?
207 patients have reviewed Joy Eghaghe. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.