Rated 5 out of 5
Aspiring Minds Wellness Center
Provides psychiatric and wellness services to children, adolescents, college students, and millennial- aged adults experiencing challenges with navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, and perinatal mental health by delivering compassionate, evidence-informed treatment that strengthens focus, resilience, and emotional well-being through modern medicine and holistic wellness.
Ms. Bethea, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Ms. Bethea is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)-licensed in Virginia, Florida, & Nevada, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and an accredited Triple P (Positive Parenting) provider, and founder of Aspiring Minds Wellness Center.
Ms. Bethea has over 12 years of experience across residential and inpatient treatment, outpatient services, and community mental health programs; such as, a Program of Assertive Community Treatment and Crisis Stabilization program. Ms. Bethea has also served as a key contributor in the development of many of the programs and hospitals mentioned above demonstrating her leadership and operational knowledge in mental health care systems.
Ms. Bethea is also an alumni of Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program, Cohort 8.
As a millennial-aged single mother of two, raising a neurodivergent child, and with personal experience navigating severe postpartum depression and behavioral challenges in childhood, Ms. Bethea deeply understands the struggles families experience.
Ms. Bethea practice integrates psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic wellness strategies. She also empowers clients to achieve their personal, emotional, spiritual, and mental health goals- helping them become the healthiest and most resilient version of themselves.
Our Initiatives
Explore the various programs we offer to support individuals in need of mental health resources and care.
Psychiatric & Wellness Services
Psychiatric services are offered as part of a collaborative, whole-person approach to mental health. We work together to understand your needs and develop a treatment plan that supports balance, clarity, and emotional wellness.
Psychotherapy Services
Offering affordable counseling services designed to help individuals manage their mental health challenges effectively.
Consultative Services
Our consultative services help clarify concerns, explore options, and identify supportive strategies without ongoing therapy or medication management. Ideal for those seeking professional insight, a second opinion, and/or agencies in need of consultative services.
Your Journey Starts Here!
Aspire to FEEL better. Aspire to DO better. Aspire to be BETTER.
Transformation Stories
Inspiring stories of change and resilience from those we've helped.
A Safe Space for Teens to Be Themselves
We help teens navigate anxiety, depression, stress, identity challenges, focus difficulties and life transitions with care and understanding. Our combined treatment approach is collaborative, age-appropriate, and designed to support both teens.
When Life is LIFIN' Too Much
From college stress to adulting stress; parenting stress to relationship stress; and the societal challenges, we provide a supportive space to process, reset, and build coping strategies that support long-term well-being.
Life is hard, let's work together to make it manageable!
Testimonials
At Aspiring Minds Wellness Center, we are honored to support children, teens, and millennial-aged adults, and families experiencing challenges with navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, and perinatal mental health. Our clients’ journeys reflect courage, growth, and transformation—and their words speak to the compassionate, evidence-informed care they receive here.
Explore their stories to see how personalized support, collaborative care can make a meaningful difference.
“We were referred to Aspiring Minds Wellness Center by our pediatrician. Our experience has been rewarding thus far, even when I expressed feeling dismissed when communicating my challenges with my child. Ms. K was able to provide further clarification to address my concerns. I was able to better understand her meaning behind her statement, which was extremely helpful. I appreciate Ms. K welcoming all questions and concerns & providing education at each appointment”.
-Client with oppositional, defiant, and argumentative behaviors family, Age 14
“When we first met NP Bethea, our daughter was struggling with extreme anxiety, school avoidance, and panic attacks. We experienced challenges with a previous provider so we switched to NP Bethea after locating her on Psychology Today. Since working with NP Bethea our daughter has been able to return to school, manage her emotions better, and is thriving tremendously”
– Client with anxiety family, Age 12
Rated 5 out of 5
“I found the Aspiring Minds Wellness Center through Therapy for Black Girls. I was able to review NP Bethea’s profile and felt as if it was speaking directly to me. NP Bethea turned out to be easy going, a great listener, and gives good advice. The most impactful things I experienced so far is learning that depression is an illness and experiencing the natural human touch NP Bethea has with her clients. Overall my experience has been going very well and I look forward to our sessions together”.
— Client with Depression, Age 49
Rated 5 out of 5
“I found NP Bethea on Psychology Today while looking for a provider that is a woman of color. Reading her profile was reassuring due to the nature of her directness and sharing what she cares about. I truly appreciate her openness, human nature, and directness in our sessions. NP Bethea has deprived everything her profile said she would and has been genuine through the time we’ve been working together. I look forward to recommending her to people I encounter that are in need of help”
— Client with Anxiety and ADHD, Age 34
Rated 5 out of 5
“ I have been working with NP Bethea for over 2 years. She has always been supportive of me through my healing journey. She helped me with advocating for myself and adjusting my treatment to my desires. When I started working with her, I was a sophomore in college experiencing daily panic attacks, class avoidance placing me at risk for probation; as well as, sleep and appetite disturbances. I am not a college graduate and started my first official adult job that I am managing pretty well. I truly appreciate NP Bethea’s treatment approach, support for autonomy and shared decision making, and her communication style”.
-Client with Anxiety, Age 22
Rated 5 out of 5
Empower Your Journey
Aspire to FEEL better. Aspire to DO better. Aspire to be BETTER.
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive. If you don’t see your question, please contact us directly.
Aspiring Minds Wellness Center provides psychiatric and wellness services to:
- Youth: Ages 5-12 years old
- Adolescents: Ages 13-17 years old
- Adults: Ages 18- 30 years old
Experiencing difficulties with:
Anxiety and excessive worry
Depression and mood-related challenges
Trauma and stress-related experiences (to include bullying & occupational/educational stressors)
Neurodivergent experiences (primarily ADHD; Autism is treated on a case by case basis)
Emotional regulation and coping skills
Life transitions and identity development
Aspiring Minds Wellness Center is proud to offer accessible psychiatric care by accepting select insurance plans in our Aspire Outpatient Psychiatry Program. We currently accept the following insurance providers for psychiatry services:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare (UHC)
- Oxford (if applicable)
- Oscar Health (if applicable)
- Tricare East
- Sentara Health Plan
- Medicaid Insurance
Coverage varies by plan, and not all services may be included under your specific benefits. Clients are responsible for any copays, deductibles, coinsurance, or non-covered services, as well as any additional services not billable to insurance. If you are unsure whether your plan is accepted or covers the services you need, we recommend contacting your insurance provider directly or letting our team assist you in verifying your benefits.
To schedule appointment, please click “Schedule Today!” on our website:
https://www.aspiringmindswellness.com
All appointment cancellations or rescheduling requests require at least 24 hours’ notice unless there are unforeseen or emergency circumstances. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice—and appointments that are missed without notice—will incur a $150 late cancellation/no-show fee.
Please note: This fee does not apply to clients enrolled in The A.S.P.I.R.E. Village Program.
If you have any questions or need assistance, our team is here to help.
Yes! We offer secure telehealth sessions for clients. However, you are required to be in a private setting free from distractions. If you are in your vehicle, you must be parked prior to the start of your appointment and for the duration. If you are observed driving, your appointment will be canceled and you will be charged the $100 late cancellation fee.
Your first appointment in the Aspire Outpatient Psychiatry Program is designed to help you feel welcomed, understood, and supported as we begin working together. The initial visit is a 45-minute virtual intake appointment with a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), focused on getting to know you, identifying your concerns, and developing a plan for ongoing care. Your provider will discuss next steps with you at the end of the session and schedule your follow up as recommended.
The A.S.P.I.R.E. Village Program and the Aspire Outpatient Program offer two distinct levels of care to meet the unique needs of families.
The A.S.P.I.R.E. Village Program (coming soon) provides a fully coordinated wraparound support for families who need intensive, collaborative care across multiple areas of life. This program is high-touched, concierge-based self-pay modeled program.
The Aspire Outpatient Program is an insurance-based virtual only service that offers access to a PMHNP and therapist (if needed), follows a standard fee for service structure, and bills all additional services separately, as they are not covered by insurance. The total cost and services provided in this program is solely based on what your insurance will cover.
We follow strict HIPAA standards to keep your information confidential. This includes:
- Secure and encrypted electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Private communication channels
- Limiting access to your information to only authorized staff involved in your care
- Releasing information only with your written consent or as required by law
Your information is shared only when:
- You provide written consent (e.g., to share with a school, another provider, or a family member)
- It is necessary for treatment, billing, or healthcare operations
- Required by law for safety reasons, such as risk of harm to self/others or mandated reporting (child abuse, elder abuse, etc.)
In all other situations, your information remains strictly confidential.
For minors, parents or legal guardians typically have access to records unless limited by custody agreements or state laws. Adolescents 14 years and older may have additional privacy rights depending on age and services received. We are happy to explain these guidelines during care.
At Aspiring Minds Wellness Center, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring every family feels safe, respected, and supported. If you ever have questions about HIPAA, confidentiality, or how your information is used, our team is here to help.
Aspiring Minds Wellness Center is happy to network with& collaborate with other mental health providers and healthcare professionals in hopes of meeting the needs of the community. If you are interested in scheduling professional time to meet. Please call 757-654-4342 or use this scheduling link: https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io/?locationId=34433-1
Let’s work together to improve mental health and wellness for all!