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Mental Health Services in York, PA: Psychiatric Care and Family NP Visits, Usually Within a Week
Optimal Health York treats anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, sleep problems and substance use, and offers primary care, for patients ages 8 and up. Visits are in person at 111 East Market Street in downtown York or by telehealth in PA, MD and VA with board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners. Not sure where to start? Call (717) 202-2285 and we will point you to the right visit.
Optimal Health York in York, PA offers psychiatric evaluation, medication management, therapy within visits and primary care, treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, sleep problems and substance use. Care is with board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners for ages 8 and up, in person or by telehealth.
Six things to know about our services
A quick overview of how Optimal Health York works — before you scroll into the details.
Care organized around what you need
Sixteen services across three areas. Browse by what you're treating, by who you are, or by the type of visit you need.
Anxiety
Most commonGeneralized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder — treated with evidence-based medication and therapy approaches when standard care hasn't been enough.
Learn about anxiety careDepression
Most commonMajor depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and treatment-resistant depression — with medication management, psychotherapy, or both.
Learn about depression careADHD
Adults & teensAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder evaluation and treatment — including stimulant and non-stimulant medication management and behavioral strategies.
Learn about ADHD carePTSD & Trauma
Veteran-informedPost-traumatic stress disorder and trauma-related conditions — with medication management and psychotherapy within your visits, plus referral for trauma-focused protocols (CPT, EMDR, PE).
Learn about PTSD careBipolar Disorder
Bipolar I & IIBipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder — with mood stabilizer management, monitoring, and integrated psychotherapy.
Learn about bipolar careSleep Disorders
Insomnia & moreInsomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and sleep disturbances tied to anxiety, depression, or trauma — treated holistically with both halves addressed.
Learn about sleep careStress & Burnout
Healthcare workersChronic stress, burnout syndrome, and work-related anxiety — with particular focus on healthcare workers, first responders, and high-pressure professions.
Learn about burnout careSubstance Use
Recovery supportSubstance use disorders and dual-diagnosis presentations — treated with non-judgmental medication management and ongoing recovery support.
Learn about substance use careVeterans Mental Health
Veteran-ledMental health care for veterans, by a veteran. Co-founder Abu Koroma is a disabled veteran now serving in the U.S. Army Reserve. He understands the culture, the language, and the cost of service.
Learn about veterans careFirst Responders
Specialty focusPolice, EMS, firefighters, and dispatchers. Care from a clinician who understands what shift work, critical incidents, and cumulative stress actually do to a person —.
Learn about first responder careMen's Mental Health
Direct & honestFor men who have spent decades being told to "just deal with it." A direct, no-nonsense space to address depression, anxiety, anger, and burnout without performance.
Learn about men's mental healthChildren & Adolescents
Ages 8+Pediatric mental health and adolescent psychiatry with Zainab Koroma — ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns in children, teens, and young adults.
Learn about pediatric carePrimary Care
FNP-C ledFamily medicine and primary care with Zainab Koroma, FNP-C — physical exams, chronic condition management, preventive care, and acute concerns. The same provider treats your mind and your body.
Learn about primary carePsychiatric Evaluation
$249 self-payComprehensive 60-minute initial psychiatric evaluation — thorough history, diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, and a written plan you leave with.
Learn about evaluationsMedication Management
$99 self-payOngoing psychiatric medication follow-up — titration, switches, side effect management, and coordination with primary care or therapy. Same provider every visit.
Learn about medication managementPsychotherapy
Within your visitTherapy begun by your provider within the same visit as medication management — CBT-based, structured, evidence-based work with no separate therapy bill. Specialized needs (EMDR, ERP, DBT programs) are referred out.
Learn about psychotherapyWhy mental and physical health care belong together
In most healthcare systems, your mind and your body are treated as separate problems by separate departments. We don't do that. Here's why.
Mental health, the way it should work
- Longer visits than the typical 15-minute slot. First evaluations are 60 minutes. Follow-ups are 30 minutes — long enough to actually talk.
- The same provider every time — continuity is how trust gets built and how care actually works.
- Evidence-based therapy within the same visit as thoughtful medication management. CBT-based and trauma-informed approaches, with no separate therapy bill.
- No judgment, no performance. Whatever brought you here, we've heard it before.
Primary care & mental health, together
- Anxiety from a thyroid. Depression from chronic pain. Both halves of the conversation happen in the same room.
- One provider knows your whole history — mental, physical, medications, lab work — instead of three providers each holding a fragment.
- Coordinated medication management. Psychiatric meds, primary care meds, and supplements all reviewed by the same prescribing clinician.
- Less back-and-forth, fewer referrals. Most concerns can be addressed in one visit, not three.
Is Optimal Health York right for you?
A general framework only — your specific situation is reviewed individually during your first visit.
We're a good fit if…
- You're seeking mental health, primary care, or both in one practice.
- You want longer visits and the same provider every time.
- You're ages 8 and up (Zainab) or ages 12 and up (Abu — telehealth).
- You're located in Pennsylvania, Maryland, or Virginia for telehealth, or near York for in-person care.
- You're a veteran, first responder, or healthcare worker wanting a clinician who gets it.
- You want integrated mental health and primary care from a single provider (Zainab).
We may not be the right fit if…
- You're experiencing a psychiatric emergency — please call 988 or go to your nearest ER.
- You need intensive outpatient (IOP) or partial hospitalization (PHP).
- You need inpatient psychiatric care or 24/7 crisis support.
- You require care for children under 8.
- You're located outside PA, MD, or VA.
- You need court-ordered evaluations, custody evaluations, or forensic services.
Not sure if we're the right fit? The first step is a telehealth consultation — book online or call (717) 202-2285. We'll review your history honestly and tell you if we can help — or refer you to someone better suited if we can't.
All services, direct links
Every service has a dedicated page with clinical detail, what to expect, eligibility, and pricing. Gold-marked links are our most-requested services.
Gold-bordered links are our most-requested services. All services are evaluated individually based on your history and presentation.
Common questions about mental health services in York, PA
What mental health services does Optimal Health York offer?
Optimal Health York offers 16 mental health and primary care services in York, PA. We treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and trauma, bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, stress and burnout, and substance use. We provide specialty care for veterans, first responders, men's mental health, and children and adolescents. Our four core services are primary care, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy — with therapy begun within the same visit as your medication care. Care is available in person at our York office or via telehealth across PA, MD, and VA.
Do you provide both mental health care and primary care in York?
Yes. Zainab Koroma is dual-board-certified as both a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and a family nurse practitioner (FNP-C), which means she can treat your mental health and your physical health in the same visit. This is unusual — most clinicians are certified in one specialty or the other. Learn more about Zainab.
What ages do you treat?
We treat patients ages 8 and up. Zainab Koroma sees patients ages 8 and older for both psychiatric and primary care, in person at York or via PA/MD telehealth. Abu Koroma sees patients ages 12 and older via telehealth in PA, MD, and VA. We do not currently provide care for children under 8.
Do you offer telehealth mental health services?
Yes. Telehealth visits are available across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia via secure HIPAA-compliant video. You must be physically located in one of these states at the time of your visit. Telehealth is a strong fit if you live too far from York for in-person care, prefer the privacy of being seen at home, or want a faster appointment.
How much does a first psychiatric visit cost?
Self-pay rates are $249 for an initial psychiatric evaluation (60 minutes) and $99 for medication management follow-ups (30 minutes). Psychotherapy begun within your visit is not billed separately. With insurance, most patients pay only their plan's specialist copay. We accept all major insurances. Call today to confirm your insurance. (717) 202-2285.
Do I need a referral to be seen?
In most cases, no referral is required. You can book directly without going through your primary care provider first. A handful of insurance plans (mostly HMO products) require a PCP referral before they'll cover specialist mental health care — we'll check this for you when you call. Self-pay patients never need a referral.
Can you prescribe ADHD medications including stimulants?
Yes. Both providers are board-certified PMHNPs who prescribe in the states where they're licensed — Abu in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia; Zainab in Pennsylvania and Maryland. In Pennsylvania, nurse practitioners prescribe under a collaborative agreement with a physician. Controlled substances, including ADHD stimulants, are prescribed where state and federal law permit. ADHD evaluation typically begins with a comprehensive psychiatric assessment to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes. Learn about ADHD care.
What's the difference between a psychiatric NP and a psychiatrist?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse with a master's or doctoral degree in psychiatric mental health nursing. PMHNPs diagnose, prescribe medication, and provide psychotherapy — the same core functions as a psychiatrist in most outpatient settings. Psychiatrists complete medical school plus a 4-year residency; PMHNPs are registered nurses who complete graduate PMHNP training and pass a national board certification exam. For most outpatient mental health care, the two provide comparable treatment, and PMHNPs typically have shorter wait times. Both providers at Optimal Health York are board-certified PMHNPs.
Ready to find your care pathway?
A telehealth consultation is the simplest way to start. We'll review your history, talk through what you're looking for, and recommend the right service — in person or remote.