Meet Augustina Ike, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Cranford, NJ
Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 17+ years in nursing and psychiatric care. Licensed in New Jersey and New York.
Or call (908) 258-1939 for a free 15-minute consultation
Bethel Behavioral Healthcare Services is a solo practice in Cranford, NJ, serving children, teenagers, adults, and families across Union County. Psychiatry, therapy, and addiction care are delivered in person or by secure telehealth — by one clinician who knows your history, not a rotating panel of names.
Background in psychiatry, crisis care, and addiction
Augustina has worked in nursing for more than 17 years, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, crisis intervention, and substance use treatment. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Walden University and holds national board certification (PMHNP-BC).
As a PMHNP licensed in New Jersey, she evaluates and diagnoses mental health conditions, prescribes and manages psychiatric medication, and provides therapy — so patients can get evaluation, medication, and counseling from the same person.
What patients notice most is continuity. You see Augustina at every appointment. Your history doesn't have to be repeated, and your plan is reviewed by someone who has followed it from the start.
Qualifications and licensure
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Augustina Ike, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC
- Board certification: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- Education: Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health NP — Walden University
- New Jersey license: Advanced Practice Nurse, 26NJ01306400
- New York: Licensed nurse practitioner
- NPI: 1235875162
- Additional certification: Substance use disorder management and therapy
- Clinical background: Inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, child and adolescent care, addiction treatment
- Availability: Monday – Friday · 9am – 6pm, by appointment
What we hold to
Dignity first
Nobody is lectured, rushed, or made to justify themselves. You won't hear "just get over it," and you won't be treated as a case number.
Whole-person care
Mind, body, circumstances, and beliefs are connected. Treating symptoms while ignoring sleep, stress, faith, or family rarely holds.
Access over gatekeeping
In-person and online appointments, major insurance accepted, sliding scale available. Barriers are problems to solve, not reasons to turn people away.
Evidence-based care, personally delivered
Assessment first
A full clinical evaluation before any plan. No diagnosis by questionnaire, no prescribing before understanding.
Methods matched to you
CBT, motivational interviewing, trauma-focused care, positive psychology, and medication management where appropriate.
You set the pace
You decide what to share and when, and you're told the reasoning behind every recommendation.
Reviewed, not repeated
Plans are revisited regularly, including whether treatment is still needed. Nobody is kept on the books indefinitely.
Services
Four services, one clinician, one coordinated plan.
Adult Psychiatry
Psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for adults 18+.
Adult psychiatry →Child & Teen Care
Psychiatric care and counseling for ages 5–17, with parents involved throughout.
Child & teen care →Therapy & Counseling
Individual, couples, and family therapy for anxiety, trauma, grief, relationships, and burnout.
Therapy & counseling →Addiction Treatment
Confidential outpatient treatment for alcohol, opioid, and stimulant use, including Suboxone.
Addiction treatment →A private, comfortable space on Commerce Drive
Bethel's office is at 20 Commerce Dr, Suite 135, Cranford, NJ 07016, serving Cranford, Westfield, Garwood, Kenilworth, Clark, and the rest of Union County.
In-network with major insurers
- Aetna
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna & Evernorth
- UnitedHealthcare
- Optum
- Medicare
- AmeriHealth
- TRICARE
- Wellpoint / Amerigroup
Not using insurance?
Self-pay is straightforward, sliding-scale fees are available, and superbills are provided for out-of-network reimbursement. Payment by credit card, cash, check, or ACH transfer.
Frequently asked questions
What is a PMHNP, and how is it different from a psychiatrist?
Will I see the same person every time?
Is Bethel a faith-based practice?
Where is the office?
How do I get started?
Let's start with a conversation
A free 15-minute consultation. No cost, no obligation — just a chance to ask questions and decide for yourself.
Or call (908) 258-1939
In a mental health emergency, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or dial 911. This practice is not a substitute for emergency services.