WELCOME TO HAMADA HEALING CENTER
Andrea Carter
Founder – Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Andrea Yoshiko Carter PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Alabama and went on to earn a Master’s degree from Walden University. With a strong foundation in her field, she has continued to build on her academic achievements and professional expertise. Before finding a passion for mental health, Andrea spent 13 years treating patients with cardiovascular disease, arrythmia, heart failure, heart transplant and other chronic medical conditions.
Andrea has expertise in working with adolescents and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. She is a certified Brainspotting Clinician and trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She employs evidence-based practices with a holistic approach to enhance her patients’ quality of life. Clients often feel “unstuck” after working with Andrea and describe her as “genuine” and “compassionate”. Aside from her professional life, Andrea is a busy mom who loves animals, enjoys laughter, quality family time, traveling, music, and crafting.
Dr. Kimberly Arthur-Mensah
Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kimberly Arthur-Mensah is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in supporting both children and adults facing a range of mental and physical health challenges. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mt. Carmel College of Nursing and both her Master’s and Doctorate in Nursing from Ohio State University. With extensive academic and clinical expertise, she is dedicated to advancing nursing practice and contributing to the field through research, leadership, and education. By conducting thorough evaluations, she aims to develop personalized treatment plans for conditions such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and personality disorders.
With a patient-centered approach, Dr. Arthur-Mensah works closely with individuals to understand their unique needs and goals. Through a combination of psychotherapy and medication management, she strives to identify the most effective path for achieving optimal mental health. She is deeply committed to improving mental health through a trauma-focused approach. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to create a safe, comfortable space for patients, promoting open communication and fostering a collaborative environment for healing.
Passionate about empowering her patients, Dr. Arthur-Mensah provides continuous education and support, aiming for lasting improvements in mental well-being. She is committed to creating a compassionate, effective treatment environment where each person feels understood and cared for.
Dr. Jahi Anderson
Collaborating Physician
Dr. Jahi Anderson is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with extensive expertise in treating adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Morehouse College in 2000 and a Medical Degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, in 2005. Dr. Anderson completed his psychiatric residency training at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/Cooper University Hospital in 2010, serving as Chief Resident.
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Anderson has treated a wide range of conditions, including mood, anxiety, psychotic, trauma-related, and substance use disorders. As the former Medical Director of the Adolescent Unit at a dedicated psychiatric hospital, he also treated adult patients in emergency and inpatient settings. He was twice awarded Inpatient Physician of the Year by hospital staff and peers, recognizing his commitment to exceptional patient care and effective communication with patients, staff, and administration.
Dr. Anderson takes a holistic approach to psychiatry, emphasizing the treatment of the whole person and utilizing his comprehensive skillset to help patients achieve mental wellness and sustained optimal functioning.